Information about Inception Academy of Martial Arts

Halswell Domain Halswell Rugby League Clubrooms
8025, Christchurch
info@inceptionacademy.co.nz

Opening hours

  • sunday: (closed)
  • monday: 16:15-19h
  • tuesday: (closed)
  • wednesday: (closed)
  • thursday: 16:15-19h
  • friday: (closed)
  • saturday: (closed)

Welcome to Inception Academy of Martial Arts, a premier family-oriented martial arts school based in Halswell, Christchurch. We proudly offer a unique approach to martial arts training, combining physical fitness, psychological discipline, and vital self-defense skills. Our specially designed facility provides a welcoming environment for students of all ages, starting from as young as four.

At Inception Academy, we specialize in Zen Do Kai freestyle martial arts, which incorporates elements from various disciplines such as Krav Maga, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and Kickboxing. Our expertly crafted curriculum is designed not just to teach essential self-defense techniques but also to foster personal growth, resilience, and mental well-being in our students.

Our team of highly skilled instructors has over a century of martial arts experience collectively. They enhance our training with knowledge from diverse disciplines, ensuring that our students receive rich and varied perspectives. Under the guidance of our Head Instructor, Dai Sempai Matt Walley, who holds a PhD in Cognitive Psychology, we integrate a self-development program that aligns with our belt system—promoting psychological attributes essential for success in and out of the dojo.

We offer classes for different age groups including:

  • Juniors (Ages 4-7): Engaging classes that teach fundamental skills of discipline and confidence while kids enjoy and bond over martial arts.
  • Intermediate (Ages 8-14): Tailored classes addressing the unique challenges of adolescence, focusing on practical self-defense techniques and nurturing psychological growth.
  • Adults (Ages 15+): Intensive sessions that not only cultivate fitness and self-defense capabilities but also strengthen mental resilience and community ties.

We invite you to experience our training with a free one-month trial, offering full access to all classes with no obligations. Join us at Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre, where your martial arts journey awaits!

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Inception Academy of Martial Arts: Opinions

4.9/5 (14 Opinions)
Amanda Cliff 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Inception Academy of Martial Arts is a great place to learn the huge range of life skills martial arts offers. The instructors are incredibly professional and really do focus on each and every student, getting to know them, their strengths and challenges so they can motivate each individual well while improving their confidence. They have high expectations, but support every student to meet them. They also make classes fun! It's a fantastic club to be part of, very family friendly and inclusive.

Shabnam Dastgheib 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Inception Academy is an awesome, supportive and fun place for anyone to learn - with heaps of talented teachers. My kid has really flourished since starting here and has a deeper understanding of discipline and responsibility. There is a nice community/family feeling here as well.

Dana Paton 1 year ago

Positive experience: My daughter has been attending IAMA for nearly 3 years now. She has grown and developed in so many ways, especially over the past year. She has found friends and a community that she enjoys being a part of and has developed her resilience, both physical and mental. She has thrived in combat and enjoyed learning martial arts skills that have helped her gain physical stamina and self-defense confidence. Nick and Matt are fantastic at challenging kids to push their limits in a fun and encouraging environment.

Maria Dey Duites-Moody 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My son loves going to the classes! Everyone is friendly and very welcoming. Also had a few conversations with the instructors, they are really passionate with what they do. Highly recommend :)

Shaun van Halewyn 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: The team at Inception work really hard to ensure that each individual it engaged and motivated and are learning skills not only in karate but also for life.

Anthony Stikkelman 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Good team there known some of them for a while and even though i been getting back into it. Its like i never took a break and still good variety to work through in the classes.

Brett Sim 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: You can tell Adam the instructor is full of passion for his sport and enjoys passing on his knowledge and experience to the next generation. A real family feel to this club.

Dominic Cleall 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: This place is amazing. It has pushed and encouraged me greatly. Two years ago I wouldn’t have gotten out of my room but now I can’t wait to head here. It teaches me practical self defence while also helping me keep fit. The people that go there are friendly and fun to train with.

Zdenko Zec 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Our son started to attend martial arts classes in the Proactive Martial Arts - Halswell this term. He was already training gymnastics and swimming but the Proactive classes become his favorite very soon. The classes are very organized and teach good values and skills to kids. Thank you.

georgie vickers 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: We take our 4 year old to Proactive Tigers Halswell. He loves it, it is good fun, and the kids learn a lot about listening and following instructions. Thanks to all the team for making us feel so welcome

Inception Academy of Martial Arts
Inception Academy of Martial Arts

Thank you for the kind words Georgie

Mitchell Stephens 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Proactive Halswell is an awesome place to train, Adam is such a great instructor and we train just minutes from my house A++

scaffmanzl 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Adam has an amazing depth of knowledge and it shows in his classes and how he holds himself and teaches his students both kids and adults.

Jacque Sutherland 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere and great instructors. A pleasure to be a part of.

Maria Nansen-Sipa 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: My kid loves training here because Adam balances his serious side with his fun side perfectly! All the parents get a good laugh out of him with his silly jokes highly recommended, come and be a part of it

Inception Academy of Martial Arts
Inception Academy of Martial Arts

Thank you for such Kind words.

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