Practical Skills. Real Confidence. Self-Defense That Works in Real Life
The S.P.A.R.K. Self-Defense Program is designed for teens and adults (ages 13+) who want to feel safer and more confident in any situation. In just four weeks, you’ll learn proven techniques to protect yourself against real-world threats—without needing prior experience. Train with expert instructors and build the awareness, skills, and mindset to stay safe.
Practical Skills. Real Confidence. Self-Defense That Works in Real Life
The S.P.A.R.K. Self-Defense Program is designed for teens and adults (ages 13+) who want to feel safer and more confident in any situation. In just four weeks, you’ll learn proven techniques to protect yourself against real-world threats—without needing prior experience. Train with expert instructors and build the awareness, skills, and mindset to stay safe.
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BUILD CONFIDENCE, STRENGTH & REAL-WORLD SKILLS
Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones with practical self-defense techniques that work in real situations.
Get a full-body workout that improves strength, agility, and endurance while sharpening your reflexes.
Gain the confidence that comes from knowing you can stand your ground and handle threats effectively.
Build Strength, Awareness & Tactical Skills
True self-defense goes beyond simply carrying a weapon. Knowing how to stay calm and react under pressure is what truly makes the difference. Many believe that having a weapon automatically ensures safety, but without proper training, it can become more of a liability than a defense. The S.P.A.R.K. Self-Defense Program builds awareness, sharpens reflexes, and teaches practical techniques to escape danger or take control when necessary. Develop the skills and confidence needed to handle real-world threats with clarity and precision.
Why Self-Defense
Training Matters
Strengthen your ability to protect yourself while gaining valuable benefits along the way. The S.P.A.R.K. Self-Defense Program equips you with essential skills that enhance confidence, awareness, and physical readiness. As part of your training, you’ll also receive a custom course T-shirt and a personalized towel to use during sessions and take home as a reminder of your progress. Train with purpose, build resilience, and take control of your safety.
Boost your awareness & communication skills through role-playing scenarios.
Master basic strikes, escapes, and partner drills for effective self-defense.
Handle multiple attackers, ground defense, and non-lethal weapons defense.
Dive into a comprehensive handgun safety overview with hands-on training.
Practical Skills for Real-World Threats
No one expects to be targeted, but dangerous situations can happen when least expected. The best way to stay safe is to be prepared.
The S.P.A.R.K. Self-Defense Program teaches practical, hands-on techniques designed for real-world situations. This training goes beyond theory, focusing on reactions, awareness, and effective strategies that work under pressure.
Our expert instructors ensure that what you learn inside the dojo applies to everyday life. Whether walking to your car at night or facing an unexpected confrontation, you’ll have the skills and confidence to protect yourself.
Self-Defense Builds Strength & Endurance
Getting in shape is easier when your workout has a purpose. Traditional gym routines can feel repetitive, but self-defense training pushes you both physically and mentally while keeping you engaged.
Every session challenges your strength, speed, and endurance. Striking drills, defensive movements, and reaction-based training burn calories, build muscle, and improve coordination. Advancing through the program requires focus, determination, and resilience—giving you a full-body workout with real benefits.
Whether your goal is to build strength, improve agility, or feel more confident in your abilities, self-defense training delivers results.
Self-Defense That Works With Your Natural Reactions
The biggest challenge in self-defense isn’t just learning techniques—it’s retraining your body to respond effectively under pressure. When faced with danger, instincts take over. The S.P.A.R.K. Self-Defense Program helps refine those instincts, turning natural reactions like raising your hands to protect your face into powerful defensive moves.
Rather than forcing you to memorize complex sequences, this training builds on what your body already knows. You’ll learn how to combine instinctive movements with proven martial arts techniques, giving you the ability to react quickly and decisively. By using what already feels natural, you’ll develop skills that are both practical and easy to apply in real situations.
Channel Stress Into Strength Through Self-Defense
Daily stress from work, family, and responsibilities can take a toll on both the mind and body. Without a healthy outlet, tension builds up, affecting focus and well-being.
The S.P.A.R.K. Self-Defense Program provides a powerful way to release stress while building confidence. Every session demands your full attention, keeping your mind engaged and free from distractions. Striking, blocking, and movement-based drills push your body to work hard, releasing pent-up energy and boosting endorphins.
By the end of class, stress feels lighter, your mind feels clearer, and you walk away with a renewed sense of strength and accomplishment.
J Campbell
Legacy Martial Arts and Fitness is the best training facility in the charlotte area. NOT YOUR AVERAGE DOJO. Anyone interested in learning martial arts should definitely stop by and give Legacy Martial Arts a try.
Sherife Williams
A great place to come and train and learn self defense. The atmosphere and people also make you feel like you’re part of a family. Everyone is supportive and motivates each other to reach their highest potential.
Aesha
My daughter started with Legacy Martial Arts & Fitness last year at the age of 5. In this short year, I’ve seen a tremendous improvement with her confidence. She takes pride in her uniform and the fact that she’s leveled up twice since she’s been there.
The staff is very professional! They are friendly and patient with the kids, yet direct - which is exactly what my little one needs. I cannot be more satisfied with the services provided.
Brittany Smith
Great people and a great establishment. Highly recommend!
Phancy Williams
Very family oriented teaching children to be proper young individuals.
Tiara Mahoney Paulino
Legacy Martial Arts & Fitness is amazing. We have been part of the family for over two years. My daughter has learned and grown so much. We anticipate the opportunity for her younger siblings to train here, too, once they are old enough.
Dr. Kendra B. Woods
Our family loves Legacy Martial Arts and Fitness. The family feels and individual attention and care for their karate students makes this studio unmatched. Our son has grown not only in the craft of karate but also in his leadership abilities! If you’re looking for a karate studio for your child, look no further!
Harmoni Layne
I am so thankful that we found Legacy. They have become our community. It is a safe space for our children. The children ask come from great homes.
Ms. Myesha is amazing and treats the children like her own. Mr. Jay and shelton are great with the children.
We appreciate you!
Chawn Simon
This place is home for us. It is it community/tribe. We moved to Charlotte at the beginning of COVID. As a homeschooling mommy, we struggled with finding our place and footing. I am not even sure how I ran across Legacy, but it never came up in my search for activities for my daughter. However, this day it immediately popped up in my search and was just a few minutes from us. I filled out the online form to audit class. Myesha called me the same day. She really sold it for me.
The instructors are world-class. The children are their own tribe and all come from great homes. The head instructor is amazing at his crazy and loves the children. They also know what is needed to push the kids to become better versions of themselves.
My daughter had been taking class since 12/22 and has evolved so much during her time there. I am excited that she was selected for the State and US tournament team. This is great experience for my 9-year-old.
Today, I took a women's self-defense class and strongly encourage other women to do the same. With Charlotte being a major hub for sex trafficking, the skills learned in this class could be the difference in walking away from a potential attack or not.
I am thankful to have found Legacy and literally do not know what we would do without them. Charlotte is not preference, but I refuse to part ways with our family. Thanks Sigung Jay Henderson, Ajarn Shelton Henderson and the rest of the team. We appreciate your contributions to the development of tomorrow's leaders.
Cody B
The instructors here are phenomenal and they have an outstanding program! Lotus Self Defense is an exceptional martial art that combines the best of aikido, karate, judo, jiu-jitsu, kenpo, and boxing into a powerful and effective system. It’s designed to teach practical self-defense while building discipline, confidence, and physical fitness. With its rich history and focus on real-world application, Lotus Self Defense stands out as a comprehensive martial art suitable for anyone looking to improve themselves physically and mentally. Highly recommended for those seeking a practical and well-rounded martial arts experience!
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Frequently Asked Questions
The S.P.A.R.K. Self-Defense Program is designed for teens and adults (ages 13+) who want to improve their personal safety, awareness, and self-defense skills. No prior experience is needed—beginners are welcome.
Not at all. This program is open to all fitness levels, and classes include warm-ups and modifications to accommodate different physical abilities. You'll build strength, endurance, and confidence as you train.
No experience is necessary. The program starts with foundational skills and gradually builds your abilities over four weeks, ensuring that all participants progress at a comfortable pace.
Wear comfortable workout clothes and athletic shoes. For the handgun safety overview in Week 4, dress appropriately for outdoor activities.
No, everything is included. Your enrollment covers all training sessions, as well as a custom S.P.A.R.K. T-shirt and towel. There are no hidden fees.
Yes. Upon completing the course, you’ll earn a Certificate of Completion, recognizing your commitment to self-defense training and personal safety.
Absolutely. Safety is a top priority, and all techniques are taught in a controlled environment. Instructors ensure that students practice responsibly while learning effective self-defense skills.
No. All necessary training tools, including unloaded firearms for educational purposes, will be provided. Personal firearms should not be brought to class.
Additional Benefits of Training
Self-defense isn’t just physical—it sharpens your ability to think quickly and stay calm in stressful situations. Training improves your reaction time, helping you make smart, split-second decisions when it matters most.
Understanding your surroundings is a key part of staying safe. This program enhances your ability to recognize potential threats, assess escape routes, and maintain control in unpredictable situations.
Every movement in self-defense training requires coordination, control, and focus. As you practice, you’ll develop a stronger connection between your mind and body, improving balance, agility, and overall movement efficiency.
Training alongside others who share similar goals creates a powerful support system. You’ll build friendships, gain encouragement, and stay motivated as you progress in your self-defense journey.
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