About Us | Meyerland Martial Arts Houston

Who We Are and Why You Should Train Here

With over 25 years of excellent service to the Houston, Bellaire, and Meyerland areas, Meyerland Martial Arts is the right place for you and your family! We currently offer Traditional Martial Arts and Fitness Kickboxing.

Since we opened in 1996, we’ve been dedicated to changing lives, one person at a time, through martial arts, education, and coaching. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable, and welcoming atmosphere for all students and family members. We take pride in creating an environment for individuals to achieve, develop, and succeed in their personal goals.

We strongly believe that martial arts is for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or experience level. In all of our programs, students learn the necessary skill sets to protect themselves through our realistic and practical approach. We’re confident every member can achieve greatness and live their best life.

About Traditional Korean Martial Arts

Traditional Korean Martial Arts is a systematic study of all of the conventional fighting skills which comprise the martial arts history of Korea. As a martial arts system, it is extremely well-organized and seeks to integrate and explore the entire spectrum of Martial Art Skills, along with body conditioning, mental development, and traditional weapons training. The following list represents a short summary regarding the most common elements found in the system:

hand strikes and blocking / parrying
kicks and leg sweeps
body throws and grappling
joint-locking techniques
safe falling (i.e. break-falls) and acrobatics
various types of body conditioning
animal style techniques
traditional Korean weaponry
martial arts healing methods
meditation and specialty breathing techniques

It is a form of self-defense which includes strikes, kicks, grappling, joint locks, as well as traditional weapons training and healing techniques. The technique is often practiced in class and tournament by utilizing 5 kata-like “Hyung” and dozens of “techniques” learned at the Colored Belt and Black Belt Candidate level. These techniques include grappling, pressure point striking, joint locking, and redirection techniques. There are also types of forms consisting of weapons. Examples include: Short Sword, Knife, Sword, Short Staff, Long Staff, Cane, Fan, Axe, Bow and Arrow, Jointed Staff (commonly known as Nunchaku), Rope, and Spear.

Our Programs

Little Dragons
(Ages 4 - 5)

This program is designed to develop Pre-K level children into focused and well-mannered students. The drills and activities we use are designed to foster physical and mental growth, all while keeping the class exciting and productive!

Kids Martial Arts
(Ages 6 - 12)

Our award-winning Kids Program teaches students traditional martial arts with a modern approach. Positive reinforcement allows us to motivate your child through fun and informative classes. Age appropriate self-defense skills and discipline help develop confident and attentive children. We are committed to each student's success and shape hundreds of students into Black Belt champions.

Teen Martial Arts
(Ages 13 - 17)

The Teen program is designed to provide a safe and supportive environment for teens to learn the fundamentals of martial arts. Through regular practice, they will be able to improve their physical fitness, coordination, and flexibility while also developing a sense of discipline and purpose. Our classes will also help develop confidence and self-esteem, providing them with the tools they need to navigate the challenges in life.

Adult Martial Arts
(Ages 18+)

We offer energetic and comprehensive classes for adults of all ages and fitness levels. Training begins with focus on endurance, strength, and flexibility. Students move on to practice strikes and techniques that will continue to challenge and foster growth. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is here to help you achieve your goals.

Fitness Kickboxing
(Ages 16+)

45 minute classes of high-intensity cardio and conditioning will help you build and tone muscles, burn calories, and relieve stress. The variety of exercises will keep each class challenging and fun!

Get To Know Our World Class Instructors

Mike Nebgen
Master Instructor

Originally from Baytown, Texas, Kwan Jang Nim Michael “Mike” Nebgen began training in 1988 in Tang Soo Do under Master Allen Sharpe in Huntsville, Texas, and continued training and teaching as an assistant under Master Sharpe’s supervision until Mike’s graduation from Sam Houston State University in 1991.

In October 1991, KJN Mike relocated to Houston where he began an accelerated training course at the Clear Lake Kuk Sool Won dojang. Within a couple of years KJN Mike was a Black Belt instructor teaching and training for many hours each day.

He opened Meyerland Martial Arts in June 1996, where he began to emphasize safety and student longevity in martial arts training, particularly in the context of training methodologies that have the best long-term benefits with the least long-term injuries.

Most rigorous traditional training can be augmented to have the most benefit and the least detriment for the long-term improvement of students of any age. KJN Mike has collected literally thousands of data points to document how training safety can be constantly improved, including developing higher-level curriculum based on the needs of all ages of students, including adults over 50.

After training hundreds of instructors and developing programs for all ages, KJN Mike has turned Meyerland Martial Arts into arguably the best martial arts skills development program in Houston, covering virtually every facet of martial arts training.

KJN Mike continues to train under the guidance of Master Jay Lee, a professor and consultant on performance enhancement, sports psychology, training, and educational program development.