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Self Defense Combatives Training Mondays & Wednesdays 6-7pmBALLISTIC 3 the Study of Motion Tuesdays & Thursdays 7-8pmSelf Defense Weapons Mondays Wednesdays 7-8pm Saturday 12:30-1pmCatch Wrestling No-Gi Grappling Tuesdays & Thursdays 8pm -9pmPRIVATE TRAINING: Self Defense, Filipino Arts, Grappling, CombativesGROUP SEMINARS Call to book your next event with us!

Self Defense Combatives Training Mondays & Wednesdays 6-7pm

DX Comabtives bridges all training done there in the school. In the beginning of each week we start off our class with a brief discussion about different aspects of personal protection. The topics vary and include awareness, the state laws concerning self-defense, personal conceal carry weapon, etc. We collaborate with the students to keep the discussions important and interesting. Also each month we choose to focus on a certain skill. Our end goal is to develop a stronger YOU and to help YOU overcome YOUR fears. As you know, the worst thing you can do in a fight is freeze. We work hard to make sure it does not happen to YOU.

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BALLISTIC 3 the Study of Motion Tuesdays & Thursdays 7-8pm

B3 is a street-oriented self-defense program designed with multiple opponents in mind. Utilizing continuous motion as its basis, the program teaches you to maintain 360° awareness and to employ your body’s natural weapons, while maintaining a constant state of protective cover. Our primary goal is to help you to prevail in a violent confrontation

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Self Defense Weapons Mondays Wednesdays 7-8pm Saturday 12:30-1pm

Filipino Martial Arts program you will learn the proper speed, timing, power, precision and accuracy. You will also acquire the proper ranging, striking mechanics. You will build up the ability to attack and counter attack your opponent(s). You will also gain the ability to execute and maneuverer around your opponent and increase your chances of fighting back. You will significantly improve in your ability to move after a few months. We establish proper technique on the first day and constantly work with you on your body mechanics. Laying down proper foundation of the basic movements in the beginning allows you to progress much faster later.

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Catch Wrestling No-Gi Grappling Tuesdays & Thursdays 8pm -9pm

Catch-as-Catch-Can is defined as “using or making due with whatever means are available.” Jiu-jitsu translates to “the gentle art” and Judo translates to “the gentle way.” Catch as Catch Can Wrestling is regarded throughout the world as “the violent art,” due to its aggressive nature when compared to these other popular styles. It is also the father of Olympic Freestyle Wrestling (once commonly known as Amateur Catch as Catch Can) and Collegiate Folkstyle Wrestling.

PRIVATE TRAINING: Self Defense, Filipino Arts, Grappling, Combatives

GET RESULTS NOW! With private training you will accelerate your learning abilities up to 60% faster. What most for some will take longer to learn, since you will be learning at your own rate you don’t have to worry about being pushed too hard, or about getting bored. Get individual attention at the pace that best tailor to you. We’re here to ensure that your learning experience is nothing short of amazing!

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GROUP SEMINARS Call to book your next event with us!

SPECIAL GROUP WORKSHOPS Looking for a FUN and EFFECTIVE way to STAY SAFE? If you’re part of a group that would like to get some self defense training, then you come to the right place! TDA provides multiple reality based self defense workshops tailored to meet your exact needs. We work closely with a wide range of entities including large and small employers, wellness groups, security companies, churches, schools, and various other organizations providing them with solutions to meet each of their particular goals.

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WELCOME TO TEXAS DEFENSE ACADEMY TDA

DFW top leading training school TEXAS DEFENSE ACADEMY TDA servicing Fort Worth, Keller, Arlington, Benbrook, Haltom City, North Richland Hills Crowley and the surrounding areas. Martial arts, self defense school providing the public multiple educational programs centered around REALITY BASED SELF DEFENSE. 

DX COMBATIVES & SELF DEFENSE

DX Comabtives bridges all training done there in the school. In the beginning of each week we start off our class with a brief discussion about different aspects of personal protection. The topics vary and include awareness, the state laws concerning self-defense.

B3 THE STUDY OF MOTION

A street-oriented self-defense program designed with multiple opponents in mind.  Utilizing continuous motion as its basis, the program teaches you to maintain 360° awareness and to employ your body’s natural weapons, while maintaining a constant state of protective cover 

PTK-SMF EDGE WEAPONS

Pekiti Tirsia System of Kali is a close quarters and in-fighting system. Designed for both single and multiple attackers, Pekiti Tirsia is both ancient and modern. Pekiti Tirsia is proven effective in combat and indispensable for today’s heroes of the law enforcement and military community.

WHAT CLIENTS SAID

You won’t find a school where the instructors are more knowledgeable or care more about each student. They make the information understandable and fun, and are always willing to go the extra mile to ensure each person is best able to defend themselves. I’ve been attending Ballistic 3 and CSW for about 8 months and...

Nikki M.

I came to TDA and the 1st PTK-SMF class as a guy in his mid-40’s, with no prior martial arts experience, and left-handed, (PTK-SMF works both side/hands, though it’s primarily taught right-handed). Edwin and Michael do a phenomenal job of instructing this very technical and devastatingly effective combat martial art. There are no inflated egos...

Carral S.

I’ve been going to TDA for almost a year now and it’s been great! I had always wanted to join a self defense class but have always struggled to find a place that cared about people as individuals or charged an arm and a leg. Edwin was on the phone with me for almost an...

Karissa J.

I have been training at the Texas Defense Academy for about a year and a half, now. I was initially drawn to the Combat Submission Wrestling (CSW) program, as they are the only affiliate school in the DFW area. My former school had closed, and I was looking for a new place to train and...

Geno P.

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Personal Protection Course (Three Months Training)

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Age Doesn’t Stop Us

AGE DOESN’T STOP US

STUDENT TESTIMONIAL

My name is Patrick Tart, and I train at Texas Defense Academy (TDA).  As an active 63-year-old, I want to encourage anyone who would like to train in self-defense techniques but thinks they are just too old to try, that…

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What is the best fight you could ever be in?

BEST FIGHT

What is the best fight you could ever be in?

Would it be a one punch and you knock the person out?

Would it be a long drawn out epic battle, one for the ages and…

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Creative Team

Edwin Rodriguez:  Edwin is the backbone of the school and one of our lead instructors.  Passionate about self defense and martial arts training, Edwin is highly ranked in the Keysi Fighting Method, holds a Level 2 in CSW student, former ACWA…

Edwin Rodriguez

Michael Current:   Michael is one of the four founders of TDA. He is also a co-founder and creator of Ballistic 3. He holds…

Michael Current

Bryan Malatesta:   Bryan is passionate about fitness and training, always seeking a better solution for those who are truly in need.  Bryan is one of the four original founder of the Texas Defense…

Bryan Malatesta

Terry Whiddon: Terry is a lead instructor and one of the 4 founders of TDA. He held a rank of Brown level in Keysi Fighting Method (KFM). Terry is one of a very small…

Terry Whiddon

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