Combat Arts Academy

Late post - but the seminar last weekend may have been one of the best! Congrats to Foster on his blue and Kevin on his brown. Looking forward to the next one 🩵

What better way to spend your actual birthday than on the mats? Happiest birthday to both and Coach !

Two awesome events coming up!

In-house tournament May 9th - Kids AND Adults

Hannette Staack Seminar - May 17th

Open to all teams and affiliations.

More information: www.caaseattle.com/caa-events

Trying to figure out what to do with your kids this summer?

We’ve got a simple option that actually works. Summer camp registration is open... visit www.caaseattle.com/summer-camp for more details.

Our West Seattle Summer Camp at Combat Arts Academy is built for kids who need to move, stay engaged, and be around other kids.

- No experience needed
- Coach-led, structured days
- Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu + Muay Thai
- Outdoor time + games
- Weekly options all summer

Great for kids with a lot of energy, kids building confidence, or just kids who need something active and consistent.

Combat Arts Academy - Summer Camp Ready to take the next step? Fill out the form to schedule your trial class. Whether you're interested in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, or Kids Martial Arts, we’re here to guide you.

She’s part-guard dog, part-welcoming committee, part ray-of-sunshine ☀️☀️☀️

What a lovely day for promotions at CAA today, congratulations to these incredible people 🩵

It’s that time… let’s kick off January with two awesome tournaments!

Youth Tournament #16 - January 10th
Ladies Tournament #2 - January 24th

Round-robin. Submission-only. A whole lot of fun (and growth).

These events are designed to be competitive and supportive, whether it’s your first time competing or you’re building experience.

More info + registration:
www.caaseattle.com/caa-events

Open to all teams and affiliations.

On Saturday, Darrius, Leon, and Austin all stepped into the ring and faced some hard moments. Different fights, different outcomes, different lessons - but all part of the same path.

Losses like these don’t erase the work. They expose it. They show you what holds up under pressure, what needs sharpening, and what it actually feels like when there’s nowhere to hide. This has never been about records or perfect outcomes. It’s about who you become in the process - how you respond when things don’t go your way, whether you stay present, and whether you’re willing to keep showing up after it hurts.

We’re proud of all three of them. Proud of the courage it takes to step in, proud of the trust in the process, and proud of the willingness to face the hard parts head-on. We take the lessons, we regroup, and we keep moving forward… together.

And huge props to Coach Joe for the care, time, and heart you pour into your fighters. We see it, and we appreciate you.

Every year, we present awards to showcase those members who’ve gone above and beyond. Student of the Year goes to those who show up with curiosity, humility, and consistency. Always learning, improving, willing to do the work while support their teammates and lifting up the community.This award is about the process, not the spotlight.

Anton: This kid doesn’t miss a day unless he’s sick or out of town. He shows up, puts the work in without question, and trains with the same intention whether he’s paired with a beginner or someone at his level. Watching his progress over the last year has been incredible.

Jeff: The kind of teammate who will put a choke on you while smiling and making sure it wasn’t too much. He has clear goals and quietly works toward them every day. Head down, consistent, supportive - and we’re always better when Jeff’s in class.

Amos: One of the most resilient humans to come through CAA. Hype man, fighter, training partner, and all-around force of energy. He shows up through everything, brings people with him, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for him.

We couldn’t be prouder to know you, and we love sharing the mats with you.

Muay Thai workshops with Team Die Strong are ALWAYS on point. Thank you for sharing your time and knowledge with us.