totaldefensema.com

Total Defense Martial Arts, located in Staunton, Virginia, specializes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Boxing, and Filipino Martial Arts (FMA). Established in 2016 by Brian Rose, a dedicated black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, the academy promotes self-defense as a fundamental aspect of martial arts training. With a team of highly experienced instructors, including Dennis Hayes, a third-degree black belt and mentor from HYBRID Martial Arts, and Art Lenaghan, a seasoned boxing coach with 70 years of experience, Total Defense offers a comprehensive approach to martial arts education.

The academy also focuses on empowering children, teaching them essential self-defense skills to handle bullying and other challenges. Other instructors, like Matt Warner—who holds a black belt in Tae Kwon Do—and Olivia Huffman, a certified kids BJJ instructor, contribute to a supportive learning environment. Total Defense Martial Arts aims to enhance physical fitness, self-discipline, and confidence through its varied programs, encouraging students of all ages to achieve their personal best