Martial arts at San Marcos' Diaz Martial Arts is a great workout that will leave you feeling Zen. Nothing more impressive than being strong and independent, which kickboxing can help you achieve. Say goodbye to the old you when you enroll in one of their body-toning MMA classes. Parking is plentiful, so visitors can feel free to bring their vehicles.

Martial arts at San Marcos' Karate USA is a great workout that will leave you feeling Zen. Punch and kick away your stress and anger during one of these kickboxing classes. Patrons will appreciate the detailed and easy-to-follow MMA classes at this establishment. Parking is plentiful, so visitors can feel free to bring their vehicles.

Capoeira is part martial art, part dance, and part music lesson—also making it a great workout. During classes, the highly accomplished Mestre Rodrigo Zerlotti gathers his students into a circle where they sing and play musical instruments to help set the speed of the showdown happening in the middle. There, two capoeiristas show off their moves, often demonstrating scything kicks or unexpected takedowns. They also incorporate tumbling and acrobatics into their combative dancing, which they use to dodge their opponent's attacks or deflect invitations to start a conga line. Mestre Rodrigo started his capoeira practice at age 13 in Brazil. A devoted practitioner throughout his life, he moved to Texas in 1990 and began putting down the roots for Capoeira Evolução before achieving the mestre (master) level in 1996. Today he continues to train contramestres (apprentices) of the art and teaches his beloved capoeira to the local community.

What services does your business offer and what makes your business stand out from the competition? We have developed a tradition of excellence over the last 40+ years. We have former students bringing us their children and grand-children to experience the same benefits. We invite you to visit our studio and experience these benefits for yourself. We have classes for adults and children. What's one tip for first-time students that will make them feel like veterans? The hardest part of martial arts training is walking through the front door...just come to class and do what your teacher shows you one day at a time...but you have to walk through that door first. Take that first step and we'll be here to help you with the rest. What was the inspiration to start or run this business? A love of the martial arts and the joy of seeing people make improvements in all aspects of their lives through the discipline developed in their martial arts training. What do you love most about your job? Helping people achieve their personal goals.

The instructors at John's Gym aren't just passionate about the disciplines they teach, they're expert practitioners of them. Carey Huckaby, for instance, the trainer of all boxing hopefuls who walk in, is a multiple Texas Golden Gloves champion, whereas the leader of the kettlebell classes, Henry V. Marshall, is a World Kettlebell Lifting Amateur champion. These titleholders ply their trades in a gym that was originally designed for law enforcement and military personnel, but refrains from intimidation by providing programs for the whole family. Suspension training designed by U.S. Navy Seals complements kick-and-punch heavy Muay Thai kickboxing sessions, while cardio-kickboxing and Fit to the Core classes create more rounded fitness opportunities. To accommodate all these activities, John's Gym stocks a full boxing ring and MMA mat area, Hammer Strength free weights, and Precor cardio machines, as well as more than 30 kickboxing bags, rather than old luggage with "Kick Me" painted on it.

From the merchant: Shaolin Martial Arts teaches the ancient system of Shaolin-Do to students. We teach Kung Fu for the body and Tai Chi for the mind. Students will also learn sparring techniques, cardio and strength exercises, and valuable life lessons. Group classes focus on physical conditioning and learning new material step by step. Students will also receive a fair amount of one-on-one time with the instructors to increase understanding. Sparring practice with partners will help take the lessons from the material into real-life situations. At Shaolin-Do, we also practice many types of weapons styles including: straight sword, spear, broadsword, staff, short stick, sai, and many others. Established in 2014, Shaolin Martial Arts is spreading the Shaolin-Do name and style into the Lakeway area. Michael S, Business Owner: Michael Sandham is the Head Instructor and owner of Shaolin Martial Arts. 4th Degree Black Belt in Kung Fu, 3rd Degree Black Sash in Tai Chi, 13+ years training experience, 10+ years teaching experience