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In Your Corner.

Founded and operated by educators, Defense Athletics is a product development brand with a focus on the combat sports and martial arts communities.


Our Divisions

Studio offers martial arts school owners and instructors custom-built assets to grow their brand.


Meet our Team

Joshua

Chad

Echo

Joshua oversees daily operations and product development. After spending six years as a full-time martial arts instructor, he transitioned into a career in design and brand development. Alongside managing the Defense Athletics brands, Joshua serves as the Creative Director for Rune, a branding agency, and Article, a product development workshop.

J@DEFENSEATHLETICS.COM

As Director of Educator Relations, Chad plays a pivotal role as the primary liaison to our valued customers and partners. With nearly a decade of experience in the non-profit sector and a successful career managing martial arts schools, Chad has honed his ability to build meaningful connections and foster impactful collaborations. His background in martial arts education has given him unique insights into the needs of schools and students, allowing him to develop innovative strategies to support growth and retention.

Most recently, Chad served as Senior Director of Community Engagement & Communications at Jewish Federation of Orange County, where he demonstrated exceptional leadership and a deep commitment to community engagement. In addition to his role at Defense Athletics, Chad serves as a Project Manager for Rune, a branding agency, where his expertise continues to drive creative and operational excellence.

C@DEFENSEATHLETICS.COM

Echo is our Chief Joy Officer, known for her unwavering dedication to ensuring everyone feels like the most important person in the world. A strict adherent to protocol, she consistently upholds the highest standards in her role.

ECHO THE DOG

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