About Cunningham's Martial Arts
Bozeman's Leading Martial Arts School Since 2004
Serving Bozeman and the Gallatin Valley since 2004, we are the oldest martial arts school in town with an established and well-earned reputation for safe and outstanding instruction. In addition to Bozeman, we're proud to welcome students from Belgrade, Gallatin Gateway, and Four Corners. Our owners have more than 50 combined years of teaching experience with students of all ages. Our teaching methodology stresses practical self defense integrated with important life-changing skills such as respect, perseverance, discipline, and integrity. At our school, martial arts is more than just punching and kicking — it's a way of living your best life.
We aim to help each student attain their own greatest potential by meeting them where they are and guiding them to new goals and achievements. Our school is focused on inclusivity and fun, with a family-friendly environment. We balance hard work and high expectations with laughter and fitness. We also have a strong competition team whose members place highly at Global Championships, students who compete locally in Montana and Idaho just for fun, and students who don't compete at all.
What We Stand For
Respect
Respect for instructors, training partners, and yourself is at the core of every class.
Perseverance
Progress comes from showing up and working through challenges, not from natural talent alone.
Discipline
Structure and consistency build the habits that carry over far beyond the mats.
Integrity
Doing the right thing, especially when no one is watching, is a core part of our curriculum.
Meet Your Instructors
Senior Master Stuart Cunningham
Head Instructor & Owner
A 7th degree black belt with 27 years of teaching experience, Senior Master Stuart Cunningham has led Cunningham's Martial Arts since 2004.
View ProfileApprentice Master Julie Cunningham
Co-Owner & Instructor
A 6th degree black belt with 25 years of teaching experience, Apprentice Master Julie Cunningham is a co-owner of Cunningham's Martial Arts, a former national champion, and a current GTMA Global Champion.
View ProfileMr. Kamps
Level 2 Instructor Trainee
A 3rd degree black belt with 11 years of taekwondo experience, Mr. Kamps has 4 years of teaching assistant experience at Cunningham's Martial Arts.
View ProfileMr. Martin
Level 1 Instructor Trainee
A 2nd degree black belt with 5 years of taekwondo experience, Mr. Martin currently serves as Assistant Instructor of the Year at Cunningham's Martial Arts.
View ProfileMr. Larrivee
Level 1 Instructor Trainee
A 2nd degree black belt with 7 years of taekwondo experience, Mr. Larrivee has 2 years of teaching assistant experience at Cunningham's Martial Arts.
View ProfileMr. Aippersbach
Level 1 Instructor Trainee
A 2nd degree black belt with 9 years of taekwondo experience, Mr. Aippersbach is a former school Black Belt of the Year at Cunningham's Martial Arts.
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