What martial arts do you teach?
Rodness' Martial Arts Center teaches Tae Kwon Do, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Kickboxing/Muay Thai, and MMA For The Street™, which draws on Jeet Kune Do and Kali. Classes run for kids, teens, and adults.
Quick answers to the questions we hear most often — what we teach, when kids can start, whether you need experience, and how to try a class. For class times, see the full schedule or contact us directly.
What age can kids start?
Our Dragons Tae Kwon Do class is for ages 4–5. Older kids train in Junior Tae Kwon Do classes grouped by belt level, and in our all-levels Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class.
Do I need any experience to start?
No. We welcome every individual regardless of age and experience, and beginner classes are enrolling right now. Many of our students started with no martial arts background at all.
Can I try a class before signing up?
Yes — call us at (530) 753-6825 to book your free trial class. We'll help you pick the right class for you or your child.
When are classes?
Kids classes run Monday through Thursday afternoons from 3:15 PM, followed by Teen & Adult Tae Kwon Do at 6:30 PM. Evening classes alternate between Kickboxing/Muay Thai and MMA For The Street™ (Monday and Wednesday) and Adult BJJ (Tuesday and Thursday), with Adult BJJ Fundamentals on Friday evening and Saturday at noon. See the full schedule for every class time.
What will my child get out of martial arts?
Beyond technique, kids build discipline, confidence, and respect, learn teamwork and how to set big goals on the way from white belt to black belt, and gain better overall health and well-being.
Is martial arts a good workout for adults?
Yes. Our adult Tae Kwon Do, Jiu-Jitsu, and Kickboxing classes build cardiovascular endurance, burn fat, and tone muscle while you learn real self-defense — and most people find the stress relief just as valuable.
Is your Brazilian Jiu Jitsu program affiliated?
Yes. Rodness' Martial Arts Center is a Nova União Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Certified Academy (2024), with classes for kids and adults, from Gi Fundamentals to all-levels training.
What is MMA For The Street™?
MMA For The Street™ is a comprehensive self-defense program, with and without weapons, trademarked by JKD Unlimited's Burton Richardson. It offers real-world training in Jeet Kune Do, Kali, and more. Our classes are taught by California's only full instructor.
Who teaches the classes?
Steve Rodness founded the academy in 1993 and is its owner and chief instructor. He was twice named the International Tae Kwon Do Council's Teacher of the Year, and the school is a multi-winning School of the Year. Adult BJJ Fundamentals are also taught by Coaches Andre, Shelly, and David.
Where are you located?
We're at 415 L Street, Davis, California 95616, and we've served students from Davis, Woodland, and West Sacramento since 1993.