In today's society, the senses are constantly burdened with glaring screens and noisy distractions via cell phones, video games, and laptops. Sidney Burns, owner of Blue Ridge Martial Arts Academy, aims to tackle this sensory overload by providing a space for students of all backgrounds, from third-graders to engineers, to dial in on the present—practicing mindfulness and discipline while building strength. Sidney has been practicing martial arts since he was a child, and he draws on this experience to conduct kids' courses that aim to inspire confidence and develop agility as well as adult programs that range from calorie-burning martial arts courses to self-defense classes.