Bozeman's Original Martial Arts School
Serving Bozeman and the Gallatin Valley since 2004. Practical self defense integrated with respect, perseverance, discipline, and integrity — for ages 6 and up.
Bozeman's Original Martial Arts School Since 2004
Serving Bozeman and the Gallatin Valley since 2004, we are the oldest martial arts school in town with an established and well-earned reputation for safe and outstanding instruction. Our owners have more than fifty-five combined years of teaching experience with students of all ages. Our teaching methodology stresses practical self defense integrated with important life-changing skills such as respect, perseverance, discipline, and integrity.
We aim to help each student attain their own greatest potential by meeting them where they are and guiding them to new goals and achievements. Our school is focused on inclusivity and fun, with a family-friendly environment. We balance hard work and high expectations with laughter and fitness.
Our Programs
Dragons
A high-energy introduction to martial arts for our youngest students, ages 6-7, building coordination, focus, and confidence.
Learn MoreJuniors
Traditional martial arts training for ages 8-12, developing discipline, respect, and self defense fundamentals.
Learn MoreTeens & Adults
Martial arts training for teens and adults ages 13 and up, combining practical self defense with fitness and personal growth.
Learn MoreAdvanced Program
For color belts and black belts ready to take their training further, including sparring and weapons training.
Learn MoreLeadership Program
An advanced program for black belts, featuring advanced self defense, tournament preparation, and weapons training.
Learn MoreInstructor Program
For black belts interested in teaching, including assistant instructor roles and hands-on coaching experience.
Learn MoreWhy Families Choose Cunningham's
Bozeman's oldest martial arts school, with more than fifty-five combined years of teaching experience.
Fifty-Five Years of Combined Experience
Senior Master Stuart Cunningham and Apprentice Master Julie Cunningham bring decades of teaching experience with students of all ages.
Family-Friendly & Inclusive
We balance hard work and high expectations with laughter and fun, meeting each student where they are and guiding them toward new goals.
Real Self Defense, Real Life Skills
Our teaching methodology stresses practical self defense integrated with respect, perseverance, discipline, and integrity.
What Our Members Say
"Master Cunningham is an educator of exemplary quality, and I recommend his school extremely highly. I've returned to active martial arts practice for exercise, and my teenage daughter is also a student."
Sam Evans
Google review
"My son has been with the Cunningham school since he's been 4 years old. Today he is 11 years old and is a second degree Black Belt, working towards his 3rd degree Black Belt. My son has the self confidence because of this program."
Lauren Bruwelheide
Parent of a student, Google review
"A great place with friendly instructors, has a nice rate for college students with hours in the evenings so it's easy to attend! Highly recommend these folk. They primarily teach Taekwondo and at the time of writing this they also have begun teaching basic self defense stuff."
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Complimentary Two-Week Trial Membership
Four classes, no obligation. Come see what makes Cunningham's Bozeman's original martial arts school.
Two-Week Trial Membership
No obligation — four classes over two weeks
- Four classes, non-consecutive is fine
- Any age-appropriate program
- No obligation or contract
- Meet Senior Master Cunningham and the team
Your Two-Week Trial Membership Is On Us
Four classes, no obligation. Come see why Cunningham's has been Bozeman's martial arts home since 2004.
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