Songahm Martial Arts Academy

Songahm Martial Arts Academy offers Tiny Tigers for children ages 3-6, along with Martial Arts Kids (MAK) and Adults, Songahm Scholastic, after-school programming, weekly summer camps, private instruction, and a Leadership program. The program also lists MMA, weight lifting, wrestling, and healing movement appointments, plus one-on-one and group training in person and remotely.

Programs

• Tiny Tigers — 3-6 · Pittsburg Tue and Thur 6:30 PM; Tyler Mon and Wed 5:30 PM
• Martial Arts Kids (MAK) and Adults — Pittsburg Tue and Thur 6:30 PM; Tyler Mon and Wed (MAK) 6:00 PM; Adults 6:45 PM
• Songahm Scholastic — Remote-Alaska Standard Time (AKST); Whale Pass Mon and Wed 3 PM; Fri 10 AM; Naukati Mon and Wed 3 PM; Fri 10 AM
• After School Programing — 4 PM-5:30 PM
• Summer Camps
• Leadership program

At a glance

• Ages: 3–18 years old
• General schedule: Programs include Tiny Tigers for children ages 3-6, a Leadership program, Legacy program, after-school programs, weekly summer camps, and academic tutoring. Scheduled classes are offered in Pittsburg, Tyler, Whale Pass, and Naukati on the recurring days and times listed in the source.

About the provider

Songahm Martial Arts Academy is based upon Christian principles and is dedicated to the complete development of each student through life skills, leadership development, and character building. The leadership team includes SMA Founder Dr. Dometrius D. Hill, Ed.D., ATA Sr. Master Instructor; Mr. Tim Raymond, Lead Inst. SMA Pittsburg; Ryan Fisher, Lead Inst. SMA Tyler; and Dr. Hill in Whale Pass, AK - SISD. The program states that it is ATA Certified Instructors, with a minimum of 300 instructional training hours, and includes accredited collegiate degrees and certification programs through Lee College.

• Private instruction
• MMA/Weight Lifting/Wrestling Healing Movement Appointment — 8 AM-2 PM; 4 PM-5:30 PM

Parents may train for free with their children. They offer multiple member discounts and ask callers to schedule an intro class to see if they qualify for two free weeks. If class times do not fit, ask about private instruction.

What families say

“My son has trained at SMA for 4 years. He loves training and competing so much we put him in the leadership program! You will not find a more awesome bunch of folks. They truly care about kids and the instructors are great. Highly recommend it!” — Michelle D.

“Dr. Senior Master Hill is such an amazing person. He truly makes everyone feel valued, loved and cared for. He strives to make you the best possible YOU can be! Such and amazing Christ-like man, and his family and staff are wonderful. He is such an inspiring martial artist. If I could recommend this place 100xs I would. Amazing place to join.” — Morgan B.

“My girls are in the after school program and summer camps. They love it and have blossomed! We love the instructors! Senior Master Hill and Mrs. Hill are doing a great job teaching our children on and off the mat. This program is so much more than martial arts!” — Brandy L.

Last updated November 2, 2026.