Who we are…

With mutual welfare and respect… Lion’s Way Martial Arts has been teaching the best martial arts has to offer in the Kent, WA area since 1998.

Our comprehensive program covers punching, kicking, throwing, submission grappling and weapons. For Adults, we offer SAMBO (also called CAMBO) a Russian Style of martial arts consisting primarily of Judo and Submission Grappling. For Children and Teenagers, we offer age appropriate classes in a traditional martial arts environment that includes Karate, kickboxing and CAMBO.

No matter what you are looking for we can help you achieve your goals, give you the highest quality training and have fun while doing it!


  • 3-25-2026

    Putting that training in as testing draws near!
    Our kids and teens are showing real dedication, hard work, and plenty of smiles along the way. Love seeing that focus and fun side‑by‑side.

    Keep up the great work—you’re all crushing it!

  • 5-23-2026

    Monday! I had a great post all lined up… and then Monday ate it.

    So we’re rolling into a brand‑new week of training with one simple idea in mind: you are fabulous and we’re going to make this week count.

    Let’s shake off the Monday chaos and get to work!

  • 3-20-2026

    XLIt’s Friday, and even with the wet weather things are heating up!
    The next belt test for Children and Teens is just 3 weeks away, and the energy in the school is already building. Summer sunshine is creeping into the forecast, spirits are high, and training is rolling strong.

    Thinking ahead to summer gear?
    Now’s the perfect time to plan. Check out our online shop for training shorts and see what other goodies catch your eye. Gear up early and be ready to roll when the warm weather hits!

    SHOP – https://lionswaymartialarts.com/shop

  • 3-18-2026

    Happy Wednesday, everyone!
    Quick heads‑up for our Kids & Teens families:

    Our next test—normally held on the first Friday of April—will be pushed back one week. That means Friday, April 10 is the official testing day.

    That’s an extra week of practice, an extra week to sharpen skills, and an extra week of spectacular training. Make the most of it and train with purpose. Big gains ahead!

    • Lion’s Way socks shown just for fun—yes, they’re real, and yes, they’re available in our online shop!
  • 3-16-2026

    Hope everyone made it through our blast of winter snow safe and warm this weekend! It might still be cold outside, but inside the school the training is on fire.

    This week is all about pushing limits, dialing up the intensity, and seeing just how far we can go. Stretch out, warm up, and let’s get after it!