Age-appropriate training for kids to build discipline, confidence, and physical skills in a fun, supportive setting.
Comprehensive classes for adults focusing on self-defense, fitness, and advanced techniques to enhance well-being.
Empowering sessions teaching practical techniques and mental strategies for personal safety and confidence.
Tailored programs with patience and understanding to support individuals with diverse abilities in martial arts.
Customized one-on-one or small group instruction for personalized skill development and focused training.
Definitely one of the best martial arts studios in Lincoln. Not only do they help develop defensive skills and discipline, there community is also amazing. Would definitely recommend.
Not a place you want to send your autistic and special needs children to. Their staff clearly has no patience or respect to children who are on the spectrum wanting to learn. It’s hard enough for these children on the spectrum, and yet these “adults” make it worse for them but isolating them and treating them differently. Do better.
My autistic son and I had a terrible experience here. Even though Jason Swanson and I had spoken beforehand about his experience in training autistic kids, they showed my son VERY LITTLE patience, grace or understanding. After about only 10 minutes into the session, Jason was visibly annoyed due to my son’s difficulties following/performing specific tasks, he even went as far as to suggest isolating my son from the rest of the class as he believed my son was “causing a distraction”. They are not autism-friendly at all. I DO NOT recommend Swanson’s Martial Arts to any autism families.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Our team at Custom Blinds & Design had the opportunity to attend a women's self-defense class at Swanson's Martial Arts, and it was fantastic! Nicole and Erin led the class and were absolutely outstanding. They brought great energy, deep expertise, and a passion for empowering women. We walked away with practical techniques and valuable mental strategies to help protect ourselves from potential threats. The class emphasized awareness, avoidance, and physical skills — all delivered in a way that was approachable, engaging, and empowering. Highly recommend this class for any individual or team looking to boost personal safety and confidence. Thank you, Nicole and Erin!
Started my 5yo daughter here a month ago! As someone who grew up doing all the sports I am SO appreciative of this environment - above and beyond. They are just the sweetest with the kids and are focused on instilling a love for the sport and just good values. Would recommend to anyone - I know they also do adult classes!

Empowering Lincoln with martial arts excellence for all ages and abilities.
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SMA - Swanson's Martial Arts is a premier martial arts studio in Lincoln, NE, dedicated to fostering discipline, self-defense skills, and community through expert-led classes. We offer programs for children, adults, and special groups like women's self-defense, emphasizing a supportive and inclusive environment. With a 4.8/5 Google rating, our experienced instructors focus on building confidence and physical fitness while respecting individual needs. Join us to develop strength, focus, and camaraderie in a welcoming space.
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