Ten Tigers Martial Arts Las Vegas West
For families and adults who want movement with a purpose
Keep Moving With Martial Arts in South Summerlin
Explore kids classes, adult groups, and self defense from your first lesson, with skills to practice through every season.
When Outdoor Plans Fade, Good Intentions Can Fade Too
An active routine can feel easy when a park visit sounds inviting. Then the summer heat changes the plan. A child has energy but no activity they look forward to. An adult wants to move more, yet another workout feels like a chore. They need a reason to show up and practice.
The Gardens Park gives South Summerlin families space for outdoor play. Martial arts offers a different kind of activity when outdoor plans change: one where movement comes with something specific to learn.
Turn a Desire to Move Into a Skill You Can Practice
Ten Tigers Martial Arts offers kids groups, teen and adult groups, self defense classes, and private sessions. Students can work on movement while learning what a technique is for and how to practice it with control. Instructor Kellan Jenkins holds a fourth degree black belt in Kempo Karate.
If you are looking for martial arts in South Summerlin, begin with the training goal that matters most to you. Ask about the current class schedule, what a typical session includes, and how the instructor guides someone at your starting level.
Our Programs
Teen and Adult Groups
Sundays | 4:00pm
They will gain fitness, mental strength, and coordination.
Self Defense Class
Upcoming: August 30th | 6:30pm
Learn how to de-escalate, avoid certain situations, and self defense strategies to protect yourself.
Hear From People Who Have Trained Here
Jinny Brooks
Scott Gardner
Kimberly Truman
Three Steps to Begin an Active Training Routine
Decide what you want from class
Is your priority an activity for a child, a more engaging workout, or self defense instruction? Share that goal when you reach out.
Visit for a free introductory lesson
See what students practice and how the instructor explains it. Ask how a newcomer can take part.
Set a realistic next step
Check the schedule and choose a class you can return to. If you have one skill in mind, ask about private sessions.
Let Practice Become Part of Your Routine
One session can help you understand whether you enjoy the activity. Returning lets you revisit a movement, ask a better question, and decide what you want to improve. Find a class that makes sense for your goals and your week, then see how it feels to practice.
Featured Reasons to Keep Training Through the Seasons
Planned Practice
When outdoor plans change, a scheduled class gives movement a place in your busy week.
Instructor Background
Kellan Jenkins holds a fourth degree Kempo Karate black belt and has trained since 2006.
Age Appropriate Groups
Choose kids groups or teen and adult groups based on age, goals, and current availability.
Judgment Before Force
Self defense lessons cover warning signs, avoidance, and calming conflict before discussing appropriate physical responses.
Individual Skill Work
Private sessions let you discuss one training goal with an instructor and ask for guidance.
Clear Kempo Approach
The school describes Kempo as combining Karate, Kung Fu, and Jiu Jitsu for varied practice.
Upcoming Events
Coming together as a community to support Henderson children at no cost. Experience dynamic warmups form professional coaches, self defense from 3rd degree black belt Kellan Jenkins and child yoga with Sondra from Anu Ayurveda.
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Serving Las Vegas Families
Honest martial arts instruction rooted in multiple disciplines including kempo, Wing Chun, and Filipino fighting systems. We understand what works in real situations and tailor programs for all ages across the valley.
Questions About Building a Training Routine
Can my child try martial arts between sports seasons?
Yes, kids groups offer movement and skills to practice outside a team sport. Ask what a new student would do in the current class and which times are available.
Do I need to be fit before joining an adult group?
No fitness level is listed as a requirement. Tell the instructor about your starting point and ask what a typical class involves before deciding whether it suits you.
What if I trained years ago and want to return?
Share what you studied and how long you have been away. The instructor can explain which current group or private session may fit your goals.
Can a child move into a teen group as they get older?
Ask how the school places students in its current groups. Age, experience, and comfort in class can help you discuss the right next step.
Can I focus on one goal rather than join a group?
Private sessions offer individual instruction. Tell the school which skill you want to work on and ask how a session could address it.
Ready to Make Time for Movement That Matters?
Visit Ten Tigers Martial Arts for a free introductory lesson. Tell us what you hope to gain, see how a class works, and choose a next step that feels manageable.