The most comprehensive martial arts school in Texas
Sijo Larry Sanders 10th degree Black Belt teaches the best from the world's martial arts including techniques from MMA, Karate, Kung Fu, Savate, Silat, Stick & Knife Fighting,Wrestling, Tai Chi, Bagua, Hsing I, Iron Palm, Wing Chun, and Aikido. We teach a lot more than just punches and kicks,we teach life skills lacking in both children and adults. Come get fit, learn self defense, self confidence, focus, and stress relief. Call 462-0900 to set up a free introductory class.
Keywords: MMA,Kung Fu, Karate, Aikido, Tai Chi
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
I began teaching martial arts in 1966 and opened a school in Clute ,Texas in 1978,moved to Austin in 1982, Sanders Black Belt Academy has been in its present location at 314B E. Oltorf for 5 years.
What is your primary product or service?
We teach the best martial arts of the world.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
As a child i started training in Karate and could just never get enough of it.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Most martial arts schools teach one or maybe two styles of martial arts (Say Tae Kwon Do and Brazillian Jiujitsu),therefore limiting what they can learn. We on the other hand teach the best techniques from over a dozen different martial arts.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We have four associated schools. We plan to expand our Austin locations
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are located at 314B E. Oltorf 78704 in the Twin Oaks Shopping Center at the corner of S. Congress & E. Oltorf at the east end between the Nail Salon and the Fabric Store.
What type of payments do you accept?
We accept cash, check, debit, credit cards
Which areas do you service?
We service the entire Austin area.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Our owner is Larry Sanders
What are your hours of operation?
Our hours of operation are children's classes tuesday & thursday 6:45 to 7:25 and Adult classes monday through thursday 7:30 pmto 9pm
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
That we have saved their life and that we have changed their lives for the better. Both of which we have heard many times.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
The only limits you have are those that you accept for yourself.