Martial Arts Schools near Roanoke

“Lindamood’s Martial Arts Academy is an outstanding place to train Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Professor Bobby Lindamood is a highly skilled black belt whose expertise and passion for teaching are second to none. He breaks down techniques in a way that’s easy to understand, whether you’re a beginner or an experienced practitioner. The atmosphere here is super welcoming and supportive. Everyone—from the instructors to the students—genuinely wants to see you grow and succeed. It’s a great community to be a part of. If you’re looking for a high-level BJJ gym with top-notch instruction and a great vibe, definitely check out Lindamood’s!“

“Great training.Great people. I was just in the area and dropped by for training. Very hospitable! If you’re passing through Roanoke and are looking for a place to train, stop here. You’ll be glad you did!“

“My family started with AFK around 9 months ago and its one of the best decisions we've made. We've gone from that daily rut of sleep, work, eat, and repeat, to getting out and doing something together as a family. Its no longer me constantly in the recliner after work, wife on the couch, and our girls in their rooms buried in a game or TV. We're now active both in class and practicing at home together.

My oldest was a bit of an introvert, hates crowds, and gets a little anxious when out and about. But since starting has grown more confident, more out spoken, and more extroverted. When called upon in class she speaks up and does not shy away. My youngest went from wanting to make a game of it at first, to straight forward telling us she wants to earn her black belt and takes it seriously. The more she learns, the more she wants to learn. They've both made new friends and the combination of structure and discipline paired with the fun and activities have helped both at home and at school. Their chores and daily activities are tracked and every time they complete a sheet they are recognized in class and get rewarded for their efforts. They are also learning how to defend themselves which as a father is top of the list for me. I know I won't always be there to protect them and this day and age every girl/woman should learn self defense IMO.

Health wise has been night and day for me and my wife. A car accident that required surgery and has had her in pain for years now. The stretching that is taught, cardio, and strength building has improved her mobility and reduced the constant pain to the point there are days she is pain free. The physical therapy we were paying for didnt help as much as AFK has. I've lost over 30lbs since starting and have more flexibility, more stamina, and feel better than I have in years. Remembering how I was when I started to seeing how much I've improved physically which has led to mentally, I couldn't ask for more for myself and my family. I recommend everyone to try it. Stick with it, put in the effort, and you will never look back.“