COORDINATION - Building coordination avoids injuries that children are prone to in everyday life.

Our Teen Program here at Forged Self Defense Academy has been designed to teach practical and proven self defense methods. From peaceful conflict resolution practice to advanced martial arts techniques.


Your child is taught that their personal safety comes first. This is the specific age that peer pressure has the strongest impact on your childs decisions. Multiple studies show that preteens training in martial arts make better, more thought out decisions and are less Iikey to be influenced by their peers.


The Teen program focus' more on
Conditioning and Self-Defense, but still builds a strong foundation on

Self-Confidence, Leadership Skills and Character Development.

Teen KRAV Program

"Help boost your Child's Confidence, Improve their Grades and Give 
​them the Physical and Mental Edge that will change their Lives!"

Krav 2 Program

Our Krav 2 program integrates sport and self-defense techniques with conditioning and "skill drills" that are specifically
designed to enhance your child's coordination, motor skills, agility and flexibility.

This program also has an age specific detailed curriculum that consists of eight major skills that are necessary for
personal development.






The Curriculum at Forged Self Defense Academy is designed to challenge your child mentally and physically in a fun and supportive environment.
Here is a description of the program's offered at Forged Self Defense.

Our Krav 1 Program is far more than an extra curricular activity. It is an age specific detailed curriculum that focuses on improving children's listening and basic motor skills. These skills will help them enter society with a more confident and enthusiastic outlook. They will become better students at school, better listeners at home and more ambitious toward the future.


Forged Self Defense Academy has a professional staff of patient instructors who love to work with children.


We promise to put all of our skills and attention into providing your child with the highest level of true martial arts

instruction in the area's cleanest, safest and friendliest environment.




* improved hand-eye coordination and motor skills

* Increased attention span

what you will see in your child while 

learning martial arts!

I was looking for a martial arts class for my son to help with his balance, coordination, and strength. I was excited to find the programming at Dragon Within. He started out in the Little Dragons program when he was just 4 years old and has participated enthusiastically for almost 5 years now. The children’s programming at Dragon Within has far exceeded my expectations. The
classes have been engaging and have challenged my son to be the best he can be, both physically and mentally.

 

The teaching staff has been phenomenal! They greet each session and student with enthusiasm. They have taken the time to get to know each student on an individual level; both related to their skills within the class, and their interests and abilities outside of martial arts. Miss Jess, and all of the other instructors, have demonstrated excellent abilities both in regards to the skills they are teaching, and their ability to instruct the students in those skills.

 

In addition to my son’s physical development, the children’s programming also has instilled valuable character development.  Embedded in the physical challenges are lessons in respect, responsibility, honesty, and other valuable character traits. 
Additionally, my son has been given opportunities to develop his leadership skills and to participate in community events, fundraisers, and community service. I feel that Dragon Within goes a long way to partner with parents in creating confident, fit, and respectful children and young adults. I highly recommend the children’s and young adults’ classes at Dragon Within.

Sarah Vozzo


Our Kids Martial Arts classes, Krav Maga/Mixed Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsuare fast-paced, fun filled, educational, and motivational. Kids love Martial Arts and parents love watching their kids learn and grow in a positive, well disciplined and encouraging environment. Each class is filled with exciting, high-energy drills that are carefully designed for each program to develop important life skills.

KIDS MARTIAL ARTS

CONCENTRATION - Our drills are designed to help your child think before acting.
BALANCE - This skill is crucial to develop at an early age and will improve your child's posture. 

Krav 1 Program

More Focus and Concentration  for Better Grades  in school!  

 Self Defense skills to avoid the Bullies.

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* improved listening and concentration skills

More Focus and Concentration  for Better Grades  in school!  

 Self Defense skills to avoid the Bullies.

Give your Child the Gift of Confidence – Sign up for a FREE 
​Intro Class Today!

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Bullying — whether verbal or physical — hurts a great deal. It can crush a child's self-esteem and, if unaddressed, can escalate to where it results in severe emotional and physical injury. No child deserves to be treated like this! 

Over the last few years we have learned that a large percentage of our children are affected by bullying and the problem is getting worse.
Bulling can have detrimental effects on a child like stress, anxiety, depression, fatigue, tearfullness, irritability and a host of other debilitating problems. This increased awareness about the prevalence and impact of bullying is an important step in addressing this devastating problem.


* higher levels of respect and obedient behavior

CHARACTER BUILDING - Your child will build character through mat chats, role playing and team building. 

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* improved self-confidence and self-esteem

FITNESS - It Is essential for your child to understand the importance of being healthy and fit.
DISCIPLINE - Our instructors use drills to help create the vision that discipline is fun and rewarding.

We decided to sign our son up for the "Little Dragons" program more than a year ago after hearing other families share their positive experiences from "Dragon Within Martial Arts".  We have been nothing but thrilled with his journey through the program.  He has grown in self-confidence, due mainly to the instruction of his coaches as well as the structured program that has been provided to him.  He has already learned a great deal about respect, confidence, perseverance, and kindness.  We also enjoy the various programs the center has to offer, such as dealing with bullying, women's self-defense, etc.  I would highly recommend this martial arts program!

Michelle Ofilos


BULLY-PROOF YOUR CHILD: 
How to stop Bullying and Gain black-belt Confidence!

* better direction and use of energy

My 10 year old son Liam has been a member for over 3 years at Dragon Within Martial Arts. During that time my wife and I have watched his growth and maturity with awe. His ability to handle adversity and challenges has taken great strides because of the fantastic work and wonderful atmosphere that he is exposed to on a daily basis in his martial arts classes. 

Dennis and his staff make it their mission to provide my son with the necessary tools to handle a variety of situations. They have provided Liam with a fun, safe and respectful atmosphere where his talents and love of helping others can grow. 

Matthew McKillop

Forged Self Defense Academy

Martial Arts and Fitness

41 Mason St Unit 1  Salem MA, 01970

978-745-8511

forgeddefense@gmail.com

More Focus and Concentration  for Better Grades  in school!  

 Self Defense skills to avoid the Bullies.

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​Intro Class Today!
A recent study found a child is bullied in school every 5 minutes.
That's totally unacceptable.


* decreased parental separation anxiety

Here Are Just Some Of The Things That Your Child Will Learn In Our 
Bully-Proof Program
* They will learn how to recognize what a Bully is. * They will learn how to be Confident and have Assertiveness to
​Prevent from being Bullied.

* Empower them with the Verbal Skills to Deflect Verbal Bullying.

* Teach them when it is time to ask for Help.

* Empower them with the Physical Self-Defense Skills and the Confidence to defend themselves if it gets Physical. 


The reality is some children know that they must confront the bully and stand up for themselves, weather it's Verbal or Physical. The problem is that they simply can't follow through for fear of the physical harm. The challenge is how do you instill in a victim of bullying the Confidence to face the one who is Bullying them? If you teach your Child to defend themselves against Physical Attacks, Noble Character, and instilling Verbal Skills into your child then bullying can be avoided.


Forged Self Defense Bully Proof Program will help your Child Manage Bullying: 
​It will Bully-Proof your child by helping them develop their personal power.


* greater overall health and fitness

Non-quitting Spirit  Respect/Sportsmanship  Leadership Skills  Confidence/Self Esteem  

Self Defense  Athletic Fitness Development  Attention Span  √ Listening Skills  Motor Skills  

Balance  Flexibility  Body Posture  Team Work  Comprehension  Coordination

Kids have a natural ability for grappling. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu provides a great way to channel that energy into something productive and rewarding for them. In our Kids BJJ Program, we instill in our students the qualities that will help

them throughout their lives. The kids learn that Commitment, Respect, Focus, Self-Discipline, Hard Work and Effort always make for a rewarding experience and bring positive results. Classes combine the basics of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Judo with fun and exciting skill-oriented exercises and games to improve their gross motor skills, coordination, strength, flexibility, and agility. Besides these physical benefits and self defense skills, The kids in the program learn how to handle 

Bullies, Understand how to Avoid Peer Pressure and Character Development Skills

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Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/BJJ Program

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REACH OUT AND CONTACT FORGED SELF DEFENSE TODAY IF YOU WANT TO LEARN SELF-DEFENSE AND FITNESS IN THE SALEM MA AREA! WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU AND ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE. WHETHER YOU NEED HELP REGISTERING ONLINE, HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR CLASSES OR SCHEDULE, OR NEED ASSISTANCE WITH ANYTHING ELSE - WE'VE GOT YOU COVERED AND HERE TO HELP YOU REACH YOUR GOALS. WE OFFER FITNESS AND SELF-DEFENSE CLASSES IN BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU / BJJ, KRAV MAGA / SELF-DEFENSE, KICKBOXING / KONG DIRTY BOXING, MMA / MIXED MARTIAL ARTS AND KIDS MARTIAL ARTS, KIDS KARATE, KIDS BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU. WE HAVE A FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE READY TO ACCOMMODATE ANYONE IN SALEM MA, PEABODY MA, DANVERS MA, BREVERLY MA, LYNN MA, SWAMPSCOTT MA, MARBLEHEAD MA, OR THE NORTH SHORE MA / MASSACHUSETTS AREA. WE CAN ALSO HELP THOSE WHO LIVE A LITTLE FURTHER AWAY TOO.

FOCUS - This skill will help your child become a better listener and a more focused student in school.
CONTROL- Your child will learn to make the right decisions. Control builds confidence.

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More Benefits your Child Will Get From The Program

TEAMWORK - Your child will develop character, make new friends and become a better leader in life.