Eastside Martial Arts
About Us
About Eastside Martial Arts
Eastside Martial Arts is built on a simple belief. Martial arts should change your life for the better. Our school blends tradition, practical training, and character development to help students grow stronger in every area of life.
We serve families looking for real skills, real confidence, and a community that cares. Kids, teens, and adults all train here with one goal in mind, becoming the best version of themselves.
Our classes follow the proven structure of ATA Songahm Taekwondo, supported by real-world self-defense and modern cross-training. Students learn discipline, respect, focus, and perseverance while building power, flexibility, and total body control.
Every student, from white belt to black belt, builds habits that support confidence, leadership, and personal victory.
We believe training is more than just kicks and punches. It’s about building discipline, focus, confidence, respect, and perseverance. It’s about setting goals and smashing them.
Here’s what we stand for:
A safe, welcoming environment where beginners feel at home.
Expert instructors who customize training to your age, level and goals.
Real-world self-defense skills alongside traditional martial-arts excellence.
A community that supports each other, cheers each other, grows together.
Start your journey today. Whether you’re here for fitness, competition, self-defense or personal growth, we’ve got your back.
MEET OUR TEAM
Ron Eikelberger
Head Instructor
Ron brings over 30 years in the ATA and a lifetime of martial arts experience to every class he teaches. He earned his 1st Degree Black Belt in 2012 and has completed multiple weapon certifications, along with becoming Krav Maga certified.
He has trained and taught under senior and chief masters across three different states, gaining a wide range of knowledge and perspective. Ron has been teaching for over 15 years and has been a school owner for 6 years.
As a competitor, Ron has earned over 25 state championships, 5 district championships, and has been a multiple top-ten-ranked competitor. His background also includes 10 years of wrestling and 3 years of MMA, giving him a strong foundation in both striking and grappling.
Ron is also dedicated to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He has trained in BJJ for 4 years, holds a blue belt with 3 stripes, and has won in both gi and no gi tournaments.
Whether teaching Songahm-style Taekwondo, Krav Maga, or Jiu Jitsu, Ron brings a friendly, disciplined, and no-ego coaching style. His classes balance high-energy training, practical technique, and character development. He is committed to helping students of all ages grow stronger, more confident, and ready to reach their full potential.
Why Choose Us
What sets Eastside Martial Arts apart?
1. Multi-Discipline Expertise. We offer not just Taekwondo — but Krav Maga and Jiu-Jitsu too. So you can choose your path or combine them for full-spectrum training in striking, grappling and self-defense.
2. Family-Friendly. Whether you’re a kid, teenager or adult, we’ve got a program tailored for you. Families often train side-by-side — strengthening bodies and bonds.
3. Character Development Built-In. From the ATA curriculum we incorporate focus, respect, discipline and goal setting. These aren’t optional extras — they’re part of every class.
4. Real-Life Self-Defense. Our Krav Maga and Jiu-Jitsu tracks bring real-world application — not just forms and drills. If you train, you’ll be ready.
5. Results-Oriented, At Your Pace. You’ll feel stronger, more confident, fitter and more capable. Progress isn’t a one-size-fits-all; it’s your journey — we guide it.
6. Safe, Supportive Community. We believe strong training happens without ego. We cheer each other, challenge each other, and help each other succeed.
Ready to start? Step on the mat. Let’s get to work.
Get In Touch
Assistance Hours
Mon – Sat 4:00pm – 8:00pm
Sunday – CLOSED
Phone Number: (513) 399-5711
Email: [email protected]
Address: 4240 Mount Carmel Tobasco Rd, Cincinnati, Ohio
