SMAA Texarkana

Jiu-Jitsu, Martial Arts, & Fitness for All Ages!
Call us today to get started(318) 529-7795

Get in Shape and Harness Your Body’s Capabilities with Jiu-Jitsu

Learn to Fight and Defend Yourself in a Fun Setting

Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art and fighting technique that is designed to help people of any size defend themselves. It’s also a terrific way to tone and firm your body and reap the health benefits of martial arts.

TRY A CLASS

ACCESS OUR SCHEDULE
& EXCLUSIVE WEB SPECIAL

Secure your spot and get started today with our EXCLUSIVE offer!

By opting into the web form above you are providing consent for SMAA to send you periodic text messages. Standard rates may apply. You can reply HELP at anytime or learn more. You may opt-out anytime by replying STOP.

MEET

Professor
Wayne Knudsen

I’m Wayne Knudsen, Professor here at Synergy Martial Arts Academy.

As a martial arts instructor with extensive experience training individuals, there is nothing better than seeing you grow firsthand.

But more important than the martial arts skills you learn… is the personal skills you develop and carry for life.

Because martial arts is so much more than just kicking and punching, and getting the next colorful belt.

It’s about developing confidence, discipline, character, focus and respect.

With every class we teach, you grow in mind, body and character.

That’s because martial arts provides instant positive feedback. Through learning to focus on the core moves, they develop discipline and respect. They can instantly see and feel a difference, making them destined to build confidence, self-awareness and self-respect.

And of course it’s a ton of FUN!

That’s why I love teaching martial arts in this community, and why I know you are going to fall in love with training.

So please have a look below to find out exactly how you can benefit from our martial arts classes.

Thanks!

ARE YOU DEALING WITH

ANY OF THESE TROUBLES?

Do you want to lose weight and tone your muscles?

Do you want to feel prepared to defend yourself if you need to?

Are you ready to feel new levels of self-confidence and pride?

GETTING IN SHAPE IS IMPORTANT FOR PEOPLE OF ALL AGES AND SIZES

TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT FROM THE SAME OLD ROUTINE

Studying martial arts provides you with a physical challenge combined with a mental one – and teaches you to defend yourself, too.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a unique form of martial arts that teaches students to leverage their body weight to use in the ring or against an attacker. A descendant of Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is both a sport and a martial art – and it’s fun to learn.

RESULTS & GROWTH WITH EVERY CLASS!

Studying Brazilian Jiu Jitsu can help you get in the best shape of your life. It’s a great way to lose weight, tone your muscles, and learn the key things you need to know to be able to defend yourself – even against an opponent who’s larger than you are.

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU BUILDS MUSCLE AND MAXIMIZES PHYSICAL FITNESS

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu provides an intense, full-body workout that’s the perfect way to lose weight, increase your muscle mass, and get into great shape.

By combining cardiovascular training with toning and training, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu students push their bodies hard and learn what they are capable of.

It’s a great way to burn calories in a fun and supportive setting that encourages all students to do their best.

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU TEACHES PRACTICAL SELF-DEFENSE TECHNIQUES

The thought of having to defend yourself against a bigger, stronger assailant might be scary, but Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is designed to help you overcome your fears.

By teaching students to take the fight to the ground where they can use chokeholds and other effective techniques to defend themselves, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu helps leverage even a small body into a huge problem for an attacker.

Best of all, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu builds strength and agility, both of which help in self-defense situations.

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU STUDENTS WALK WITH CONFIDENCE AND PRIDE

There’s no feeling quite like the feeling of knowing that your body is strong, agile, and able to do whatever you want it to do.

Studying Brazilian Jiu Jitsu gives students the knowledge that they can leverage their body’s strength to accomplish things they never thought possible.

Over time, it increases self-confidence and pride – and that carries over to work, home, and every area of your personal life.

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU COMPETITIONS PROVIDE A UNIQUE CHALLENGE

Students who have a natural competitive drive love Brazilian Jiu Jitsu because it’s a sport as well as a self-defense method.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu requires students to spar and fight in class. They can also choose to compete to prove their ability or to advance to new levels of achievement.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitions help students set goals and work toward them – and to relish the experience of victory.

TESTIMONIALS

Tim Arnett
Tim Arnett
2022-02-09
recommends
Great school! Awesome environment and cool people to train with!
Colton Mullins
Colton Mullins
2022-01-07
recommends
Great people, great coaches. If you want to compete or just learn a new skill and get in shape this is the place to do it!
Vinny Bu Wozniak
Vinny Bu Wozniak
2021-12-08
recommends
The #1 Jiu Jitsu competition team in the Ark-La-Tex area! I recently moved to Texarkana from Louisiana, and my first day of training everyone treated me like I was family. I am extremely impressed with SMAA Texarkana and proud to be a part of this team.
Danielle Cotton
Danielle Cotton
2021-08-16
recommends
Very clean, friendly environment!! Would highly recommend giving it a try.
Musa Jadoon
Musa Jadoon
2021-06-18
recommends
Quality Instruction and feedback, great training partners, cleanliness, and just an overall great experience. Come swing by and check it out for yourself 🌊🤙🏼
Mark Bison
Mark Bison
2021-06-10
recommends
SMAA under Wayne Knudsen is the best place to learn and practice BJJ if you want to go into this and learn from one of the best that does it in the North Side of Louisiana, S Arkansas, East TX.
Megan Strickland
Megan Strickland
2021-06-03
recommends
Wayne is Great with my boy’s (age 8 and 10) !!! He’s a very good instructor and my boys have learned a lot !!! Highly recommend !!!
Matthew Puddin Mcconnaughey
Matthew Puddin Mcconnaughey
2021-05-21
recommends
Professor Wayne is the best around ! The culture at SMAA can not be compared to anything else ! If you show up and work, the rest will unfold and you will become something you never imagined becoming ! Texarkana is lucky to have this !
Billy Mills
Billy Mills
2021-05-21
recommends
Professor Wayne is a great instructor would definitely recommend attending his class if you are interested in learning how to defend yourself and get in a great workout 😊
Brandon Kidd
Brandon Kidd
2021-05-20
recommends
Wayne Knudsen is a very skilled jiu jitsu tactician and has alot of knowledge to help those on their jiu jitsu journey no matter what their skill level or goal. We are very fortunate that Wayne has extended SMAA from Shreveport into Texarkana 💯

Personalised coaching

Fun training environment

ACCESS OUR SCHEDULE
& EXCLUSIVE WEB SPECIAL

 Secure your spot and get started today with our EXCLUSIVE offer!

By opting into the web form above you are providing consent for SMAA to send you periodic text messages. Standard rates may apply. You can reply HELP at anytime or learn more. You may opt-out anytime by replying STOP. 

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to know jiu-jitsu or Judo to study Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?

No, you don’t. There are beginner classes available and many of the people who study Brazilian Jiu Jitsu have no prior martial arts training.

Do I need any special equipment to study Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?

Students typically wear a Gi (two-piece garment worn by martial artists.) It is also typical for some students may want to wear a mouth guard. It’s a good idea to have a supply of athletic tape, as well.

As a beginner, do I need to spar?
No. Beginner classes focus on teaching basic techniques and safety, and you can then work your way up to controlled sparring in class.
Can Brazilian Jiu Jitsu help me defend myself?
Absolutely. It’s one of the world’s most effective self-defense techniques and is often preferred because it teaches students to leverage their body weight to defeat larger opponents.
As a beginner, do I need to spar?
It can, particularly if you combine Brazilian Jiu Jitsu classes with a healthy diet and lifestyle. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu provides a great, full-body workout that burns calories, builds muscles, and boosts the metabolism.

MORE BENEFITS

1.Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training relieves stress and anxiety and increases mental well-being.

2.Brazilian Jiu Jitsu helps build strength, flexibility, and endurance.

3.Brazilian Jiu Jitsu improves cardiovascular fitness and overall health.

4.Brazilian Jiu Jitsu strengthens the mind-body connection, improves concentration, and encourages discipline and goal-setting.

FUN

It’s Never Too Early
or Too Late

Start Today.