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Press Release: Litigation Attorney Paul Geller Joins Academy Safe Board of Directors
Press Release also available on PR.COM Coral Springs FL – [June 23, 2025] – Academy Safe, a leading organization dedicated to promoting safety and well-being in the martial arts community, today announced the appointment of Paul Geller to its Board of Directors....
U.S. Center for SafeSport Certification: Protecting Our Youth in Martial Arts
In recent years, awareness of misconduct and abuse in youth sports has grown—and rightfully so. From gymnastics to wrestling to martial arts, troubling stories have emerged of children being placed in harm’s way by individuals who should have been their protectors....
Why Background Checks Should Be Required for All Martial Arts Academies
When you send your child to an after-school program, camp, or daycare, you expect that the staff has been thoroughly screened. In most states, it’s the law. But what many parents don’t realize is that martial arts academies are often not held to the same standard. In...
Upholding Safety Standards in Martial Arts Academies
Martial arts academies play a significant role in promoting physical fitness, discipline, and personal development. However, the absence of standardized regulations governing these institutions can lead to serious safety and ethical concerns. Academy Safe is dedicated...
Overcome Bullying & Build Confidence: How Martial Arts Can Help
Bullying is an unfortunate reality for many children, leading to low self-esteem, anxiety, and even depression. Parents looking for ways to help their children build confidence and resilience often turn to martial arts as a solution. But martial arts is more than just...
The Vital Role of AEDs in Martial Arts Academies
At Academy Safe, the safety of martial arts students, instructors, and visitors in the United States and Canada is our top priority. In our mission to ensure safe training environments, we've partnered with Avive, a leader in life-saving AED technology, to make sure...
Join Us for the Academy Safe Charity Seminar
Academy Safe is thrilled to announce our upcoming Charity Seminar, hosted in collaboration with BJJ After 40. This special event will take place on January 18, 2025, at Coral Springs Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Coral Springs, FL. This is an incredible opportunity to learn...
SafeSport Certification for Martial Arts Academies
At Academy Safe, we believe that every martial arts student deserves a safe and supportive training environment. One of the most critical components of creating this environment is ensuring that owners, instructors, and staff are certified in the U.S. Center for...
Press Release: Avive Solutions Partners with Academy Safe: Advancing Safety Standards for Martial Arts Studios Across the U.S.
SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Avive Solutions is proud to announce its partnership with Academy Safe, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the safety and well-being of martial arts students across the United States. As Academy Safe's...
Blog: Academy Safe: Ensuring Safety in Martial Arts Across the Nation
At Academy Safe, our mission is clear and vital: to ensure that every martial arts student in the United States can train in a safe and supportive environment. As a dedicated non-profit organization, we are committed to protecting the well-being of martial artists by...
Blog: Addressing Sexual Assault in Martial Arts
Martial arts have long been celebrated for building discipline, confidence, and respect. However, beneath the surface of this empowering practice lies a growing concern that demands urgent attention: sexual assault within martial arts schools. As a community dedicated...
Blog: Why Martial Arts Schools Need Stricter Oversight: The Current Gaps in Regulation and Safety
At Academy Safe, our mission is to promote and enhance the safety and well-being of martial arts students across the United States. We are committed to creating a secure environment where martial arts practitioners can thrive. By establishing a comprehensive martial...