The Open Space Martial Arts

5.0 (7)
From Canton, OH
SinceSeptember, 2021
About
Our goal at The Open Space Martial Arts is to equip you with the skills necessary to confidently navigate through life. We value your safety, health, well-being, and aspirations and believe they deserve your best efforts.

Our training in martial arts enhances your physical fitness, grace, strength, discipline, focus, community, and self-defense abilities. It goes beyond mere kicks and punches and centers around personal development, moral values, a strong work ethic, and self-assurance. Our martial arts community comprises individuals who support and encourage each other to succeed and believe that we can all get better together. It fosters a healthy, resilient self-image and allows you to live your best life.

We take pride in training our students to handle any situation that may threaten their safety or that of their loved ones. We teach not only physical combat skills such as kicking, punching, grappling, throws, and joint locks but also verbal de-escalation, positive decision-making, threat assessment, and TaeKwon-Do's Student Oath and Tenets' ethical values.

Our Master Instructor has been involved in martial arts training for more than a quarter-century, having honed his skills through the nationally recognized Kick Drugs Out of Alliance program. He is a certified black-belt holder in Traditional TaeKwon-Do, authorized by the United States Kido Federation (USKF), and has trained extensively in Yang-family T'ai Chi Ch'uan, Hapkido, and tactical self-defense. He is a two-time inductee in the USKF Black Belt Hall of Fame (2013 and 2018), has participated in the Disney Open Tournament circuit, held state and national rankings in the Professional Karate Commission, and led The Open Space Martial Arts to successive Small School of the Year awards (2019 and 2020) from the USKF.
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Service as described 5.0
Communication 5.0
Punctuality 5.0
JF
Ben is an exceptional teacher! Despite being a grandmother, I'm actively learning Tai Chi under his expert guidance. Ben adeptly elaborates on the history of Tai Chi while simplifying the complex movements to ensure our comprehension. He's always willing to repeat anything until we comprehend it. Moreover, his patience and sense of humor make the learning process enjoyable. I'm fortunate to have him as my instructor.
December 8, 2022
LL
Our time here has been fantastic! My child adores it, eagerly looking forward to every class to learn more. The instructor is excellent with children and exceptionally patient.
February 21, 2022
EM
If you're searching for a place to teach you or your children the art of self-defense, I highly suggest Open Space Martial Arts. Master Thompson is a courteous and understanding instructor who prioritizes safety. He has taken extra measures to ensure that his students are safe and healthy during this current pandemic.
November 26, 2021
RA
For four years, my 13-year-old son has trained in taekwondo under the guidance of Mr. Thompson, and for three years, my 7-year-old daughter has followed suit. When seeking a program for my children to learn respect, discipline, and self defense, Mr. Thompson's teaching approach appealed to me with its balanced blend of gentleness and firmness. He motivates students to bring out their best and support each other. Thanks to the program, my children have boosted their self confidence and tackled challenging situations with resilience. I highly recommend any program with Mr. Thompson, the natural leader who inspires others.
October 19, 2021
AT
Learning new skills in balance and self defense has been an amazing experience for me.
October 12, 2021