Shelby Martial Arts Academy offers a variety of programs including Choikwangdo, a martial art that incorporates rounded movements for kicking, punching and blocking, as well as Aikido, a self-defense art that teaches students how to get out of tight situations and to fall safely. Shelby Martial Arts Academy is affiliated with PAPA Aikido and the U.S Aikido Federation. It also offers Zumba classes as well as Brain Gym/Bal-A-Vis-X, a movement-based program for kids who are struggling at school or have special needs.