Little Dragons Level 1 (ages 3-5)
Pre-school class helps develop confidence, balance and coordination. Each class will focus around basic martial movement while developing key development characteristics that will help your child succeed in life.

Little Dragons Level 2 (ages 4-6)
This class is specifically designed to help Little Dragons progress into a large kids class while focusing on life skills such as Team Work, Respect and Leadership.

Beginning Martial Arts (ages 7-12)
Rising Phoenix Boxing for Kids
Kids develop confidence, discipline and leadership skills while studying one of the most effective forms of Marital Arts offered today. We call these students 'Alphas'. They will test themselves constantly through competition and character building exercises. The classes not only build each individuals self esteem but allow them to confront basic fears which they may face in real life. All techniques are practical and realistic. This art consists of 4 ranges of discipline:
-punching -kicking -throwing -wrestling

AMA was founded by Sifu Michael Mac Donald in 1991 as The Channel Island Martial Arts Club. It is home to a unique group of Martial Arts styles ranging from professional martial arts to Exotic Chinese Boxing, most commonly known as Kung-fu.

Our doors are open to everybody. Our students range from 3 years old to 60, from beginner to hobbyist to professional. We teach traditional martial arts for the modern world. Come try one of our classes and experience what many have found to be the best studio in the Santa Barbara area.