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Martial Arts & Combat Sports Training in Williamsport, PA
Kids, college students, and adults train at Growth Combat Sports for confidence, fitness, self-defense, and real-world skill development.
Training Programs for Every Age & Experience Level
🧒 Kids Martial Arts
- Confidence
- Discipline
- Focus
- Ages 3–13
🎓 College Students
Stress relief
Fitness
Beginner-friendly
Evening options
🥋 Adults
Self-defense
Conditioning
Community
Long-term skill
We offer Judo, Taekwondo, Wing Chun, MMA, Boxing, and No-Gi Grappling classes.
Explore program detail, training structure, and class expectations on our Classes page.
Our Core Values
Discipline Through Martial Arts
We believe that true strength starts with discipline. Whether you're practicing Judo, Taekwondo, or Wing Chun, our structured classes help students of all ages develop focus, self-control, and the mental resilience needed to succeed—on the mat and in life.
Real Skill. Real Confidence.
From MMA and Boxing to No-Gi Grappling, our training programs emphasize real-world effectiveness. Students build practical self-defense skills, athletic performance, and confidence through dynamic, full-contact martial arts classes led by experienced instructors.
Growth Through Challenge
At Growth Combat Sports, we push limits and inspire growth. Our martial arts community encourages every student to evolve—physically, mentally, and emotionally—through consistent training in striking, grappling, and traditional martial arts systems.
Google Reviews
The team at Growth combat sports is great!!
Been with these guy’s about 2 years and it’s been doing really good and the coaches have taken care of me and others around while training under Growth combats sports
Amazing judo, really good Muay Thai, really solid Wing Chun, pretty good at taekwondo. They have a really good no-gi grappling class on Fridays and on the weekends.
Amazing Gym, great Intructors. Only place that offers true Muay Thai/Kickboxing. Also specializing in jujitsu, and Judo. If those are not your thing, it is the home of dog pound wrestling club. Go check it out!
Growth Combat Sports proudly serves families, students, and adults throughout Williamsport, South Williamsport, Montoursville, Muncy, and surrounding Central Pennsylvania communities.
Martial Arts Training Videos & Tutorials
Real Classes. Expert Tips. Olympic Inspiration.
Dive into our growing library of martial arts videos featuring real moments from Growth Combat Sport’s Judo classes, technique highlights, and exclusive footage of Judo Olympians in action. Whether you’re new to martial arts or a seasoned student, our videos are here to help you learn, grow, and stay inspired.
Watch tutorials like:
🥋 How to Tie Your Martial Arts Belt (perfect for beginners)
🥊 How to Wrap Your Hands for Boxing or MMA
🥇 Judo Highlights Featuring Olympic-Level Athletes
🧑‍🎓 Behind-the-Scenes from Our Judo Classes and Sparring Sessions
Perfect for students of Judo, Boxing, Taekwondo, MMA, and Wing Chun, these videos provide essential skills, foundational knowledge, and a deeper look into martial arts excellence.
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Martial Arts Tournament Schedule 2026
Growth Combat Sport's Official Competition Calendar
Get ready for an exciting year of martial arts competition! Growth Combat Sports will be participating in a full lineup of Judo tournaments, Wing Chun exhibitions, Taekwondo competitions, No-Gi Grappling matches, MMA events, and Boxing showcases throughout 2026.
Whether you’re a student preparing to test your skills, a parent supporting a young martial artist, or a fan of competitive combat sports, our 2026 tournament schedule offers something for everyone.
Upcoming Martial Arts Events
- Jan. 04, 2026 – NJJ Interclub Developmental Tournament – Pompton Lakes, NJ (177mi) [Judo]
- Jan. 11, 2026 – USJA Kosen Nationals – Harrisburg, PA (91mi) [Judo]
- Jan. 31, 2026 – Veteran’s Open New York City – New York City, NY (208mi) [Judo]
- Jan. 31, 2026 – Flex Fight Series 54: Bad Lands – New York City, NY (193mi) [MMA]
- Feb. 08, 2026 – Big Apple Classic – Flushing, NY (207mi) [Judo]
- Feb. 22, 2026 – Princeton Judo Winter Invitational – Princeton, NJ (198mi) [Judo]
- Feb. 28, 2026 – Nage no Kata Seminar – Flushing, NY (198mi) [Judo]
- Mar. 01, 2026 – Goshin Justu no Kata Seminar – Flushing, NY (198mi) [Judo]
- Mar. 07, 2026 – Judo Kai Challenge: Spring – Fairfield, NJ (169mi) [Judo]
- Apr. 12, 2026 – Garden State Judo Classic – Madison, NJ (171mi) [Judo]
- May. 03, 2026 – Battle in the Square V – Madison, NJ (208mi) [Judo]
- Sep. 13, 2026 – North American Judo Championships – Wayne, NJ (177mi) [Judo]
- Oct. 04, 2026 – Princeton Judo Fall Invitational – Princeton, NJ (198mi) [Judo]
Check back regularly for updates, registration links, and results from past events.
Train hard. Represent with pride. Compete with Fighting Spirit.
See how our students performed in Judo, Wing Chun, Taekwondo, No-Gi Grappling, MMA, and Boxing competitions throughout the year!
Highly Experienced Instructors
At Growth Combat Sports, our instructors are more than coaches—they are lifelong martial artists with decades of training and competition experience. Each member of our teaching staff brings a deep background in their discipline, including black belt Judo instructors, certified Wing Chun teachers, Taekwondo masters, and MMA and Boxing coaches with real-world fight experience.
Our team has earned accolades in local and national tournaments, trained under respected martial arts lineages, and dedicated themselves to the growth of every student—from beginners to advanced athletes. Whether you’re learning No-Gi grappling, striking for self-defense, or preparing for competition, you’ll receive top-tier guidance built on tradition, precision, and passion.
Train with experts. Learn with purpose. Grow with confidence.
Meet Your Instructors
Empowerment Through Self-Defense
At Growth Combat Sports, we help women build real-world self-defense skills through martial arts. Whether it’s Wing Chun for close-quarters defense, Judo for throws and takedowns, or Boxing and MMA for striking power, our programs are designed to develop confidence, strength, and situational awareness.Join a supportive community where women of all skill levels train to protect themselves—and grow stronger every day.Discover martial arts for women. Train smart. Feel powerful. Be prepared.
The Tradition Continues! Est. 1970
Over 50 Years of Martial Arts Excellence
Since 1970, Golden Dragon has been a cornerstone of traditional and modern martial arts training, built on the vision and dedication of Lanny Reed. Recently rebranded as Growth Combat Sports, our name now reflects the expanded range of disciplines we offer—Judo, Wing Chun, Taekwondo, Boxing, MMA, and No-Gi Grappling—while continuing to honor the proud legacy of Golden Dragon.
For more than five decades, we’ve helped individuals in Williamsport, PA, and beyond build confidence, discipline, and real-world self-defense skills through expert instruction and a spirit of excellence.
The name has evolved, but the mission remains the same: Join a legacy. Train with purpose. Carry the tradition forward.
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