#AdaptiveStrong · Dallas

Martial arts that adapts to you.

At My Martial Arts, we provide martial arts instruction for everyone.

Mainstream classes, adaptive training for students with special needs, and a free intro lesson on the mat at Northwest Highway.

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The My Martial Arts class on the yellow mat, students and instructors together, including a student using a wheelchair

Tony Rios in a yellow My Martial Arts shirt, arms crossed, with the U.S. and Texas flags behind him

Since 2016

Instruction for everyone.

Tony Rios opened the studio in 2016 so students with physical and developmental challenges, and mainstream children and adults, could train in the same building. The focus is being able to train everyone, regardless of their needs.

Adaptive students earn rank and see the next belt coming. Mainstream students learn Tae Kwon Do from Little Ninjas up through adults. Weapons sit on their own line of the schedule.

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Mainstream martial arts

Little Ninjas, junior and adult Tae Kwon Do, and a weapons class that is currently on escrima sticks.

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Tony Rios with a student wearing medals at a SNAPMAT tournament

Adaptive

Special needs training

Martial arts through the week. Fitness on Saturday. Belts, customized pace, and SNAPMAT when a tournament is on.

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Private training

One-on-one when a time is open. Ask about adult kickboxing the same way the studio does: call and tell them what you want.

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On the mat

The people who teach.

Tony Rios in a white dobok, smiling in front of the studio M — **Tony Rios**
Founder / CEO · 4th degree black belt

Julie Daniel in a white dobok and black belt, hands up, in front of the studio M — **Julie Daniel**
Taekwondo black belt

Roni Bowersock in a white dobok and black belt, in a fighting stance — **Roni Bowersock**
Taekwondo black belt

Jarren Searcy in a black uniform, smiling in a fighting stance in front of the studio M — **Jarren Searcy**
Karate black belt

From families

What they wrote.

“My son has been with Mr. Rios for over 2 years, starting at age 5. He is truly talented and experienced in his approach to all kids. Even those with special and adaptive needs. Highly recommend! Also love that there are various time schedules available through the week.”
Angelica Gomez

“I have been training with Tony Rios for years. His energy and passion for training is infectious. Even when I was a timid beginner, Tony made me feel welcome and excited to learn. My technique has improved, as has my confidence, fitness level and overall health. I'd highly recommend My Martial Arts to anyone: child or adult.”
Jamey Garner-Yeric

“This is a great weekly experience for kids with special needs and delayed abilities. Tony and his crew are so patient and encouraging with the kids.”
R A Seethaler

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SNAPMAT

A tournament built for adaptive athletes.

Most punches in 45 seconds. Most kicks in 45 seconds. A timed obstacle course. Medals. The event is free. Events can be adjusted for a competitor who uses a walker.

The date still printed on the studio site is Saturday, April 26, 2025. That registration is marked closed.

SNAPMAT