AARON HENSLEY + RISE NATION
Build Leaders. Build Systems. Build Legacy.
RISE Nation is the ecosystem Aaron Hensley built to help coaches, martial arts school owners, faith-driven leaders, fitness leaders, and service-based entrepreneurs turn expertise into scalable businesses that develop leaders, serve communities, and create lasting impact.
Leadership Architect | Founder of RISE Nation | Built 24 locations across 6 states | Multimillion-dollar exit
Built from 30+ years of leadership, business building, and real-world operational experience.
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OUR STORY
A School of Leaders.
Stryker Martial Arts Academy was founded in 1997 with one mission: use martial arts to help educate the young minds of today — creating a better America, one black belt at a time.
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Visit us at 3170 Linden Drive, Bristol, Virginia 24202, United States
Is Stryker Martial Arts Academy right for a complete beginner?
Absolutely. Most of our students start with zero martial arts experience. Your first visit is a chance to meet our instructors, experience a class, and see if our academy is the right fit for you or your child. There's no pressure and no obligation—just an opportunity to learn more and get started with confidence.
What age can my child start?
We welcome students as young as age 3 in our Lil Cobras program. These early years are ideal for developing listening skills, coordination, confidence, and social skills. We also offer programs for older children, teens, and adults, and there's no upper age limit for getting started.
Is martial arts good for kids who struggle with focus or attention?
Yes. Many parents enroll their children to help improve focus, self-control, listening skills, and confidence. Our structured classes combine clear expectations, positive reinforcement, and engaging activities that help students stay focused while building valuable life skills.
What programs are available at Stryker Martial Arts Academy?
We offer Lil Cobras (Preschool Martial Arts), Kempo Kidz, Teen & Adult Kempo, Kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Adult Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and NinjaTrix. Whether you're looking for character development, self-defense, fitness, confidence, or athletic development, we have a program designed for your goals.
Do you offer a free trial?
Yes. We offer a free introductory class for new students. You'll have the opportunity to meet our instructors, tour the academy, participate in a class, and experience our training environment before making any commitment.
What are your class hours?
Class times vary by program and age group throughout the week. We offer convenient scheduling options for children, teens, and adults. Contact our academy f
What are your class hours?
Monday: 3–9pm · Tuesday: 11am–9pm · Wednesday: 3–9pm · Thursday: 11am–9pm · Friday: 11am–9pm · Saturday: 9am–1pm · Sunday: Closed. Call (407) 736-0222 for specific class times.
Do I have to spar or have physical contact?
No. Safety and comfort always come first. New students are never forced into activities they are not ready for. Our instructors work with each student at their own pace, helping them build confidence and skills in a supportive environment.
Are your instructors certified and experienced?
Yes. Stryker Martial Arts Academy is led by highly qualified instructors with extensive martial arts training and teaching experience. Head Instructor Chris Massie is a 6th Degree Black Belt in Tetsu Shin Ryu Kempo Karate and a Black Belt in Carlos Machado Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Our team is committed to providing safe, professional, and encouraging instruction for every student.
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Root-cause healing that restores the body through nervous system regulation, detox pathways, and metabolism. Not symptom-chasing. Not another bandaid.
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Three pillars of real,
lasting results
Energy & Fatigue Recovery
Nervous system and detox support that addresses why your body is stuck in survival mode — not just masking exhaustion with caffeine and supplements.
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Metabolism & Weight Loss Resistance
If you're eating right and exercising but nothing moves, there's a deeper reason. We find it — and fix it — using functional labs and a personalized protocol.
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Hormone Balance
Hormone issues are signals of something deeper — drainage, nervous system dysregulation, or metabolic burden. I help you address the root, not just the numbers.
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MY APPROACH
Why clients get results when
nothing else worked
I combine 20+ years as a pharmacist with a root-cause, whole-body approach — bridging conventional medicine with the deeper healing most practitioners never address.
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Regulate before you detox
Nervous system and drainage are the non-negotiable foundation. Skip this step and nothing else sticks.
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Healing is low and slow
Real detox doesn't happen overnight. Sustainable results come from doing it right — at the pace your body can actually handle.
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Symptoms are signals, not diagnoses
Hormone imbalances, weight gain, fatigue — your body is communicating. We listen, then address what they're pointing to.
"I get it, because I've been there — and I know exactly where conventional medicine stops and real healing begins."
● Pharmacist-level fluency in your labs, medications, and diagnostics
● Functional medicine lens that asks why , not just what
● Whole-body protocols — nervous system, detox, and metabolism together
● 1:1 consultations using the Root Cause Method, not cookie-cutter plans
● Internationally accredited certification teaching practitioners the same method
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