HERO SPEAKING & WORKSHOPS More Than a PE Class. A Lesson Students Will Remember.
Building focus, discipline, respect, and confidence through movement.
HERO’s complimentary PE Teacher for the Day program brings experienced martial arts instructors to your campus to lead scheduled PE classes for the day. Students experience an engaging combination of physical education, age-appropriate martial arts, and character development designed to help them build confidence, discipline, respect, and focus.
HERO SPEAKING & WORKSHOPS More Than a PE Class. A Lesson Students Will Remember.
Building focus, discipline, respect, and confidence through movement.
HERO’s complimentary PE Teacher for the Day program brings experienced martial arts instructors to your campus to lead scheduled PE classes for the day. Students experience an engaging combination of physical education, age-appropriate martial arts, and character development designed to help them build confidence, discipline, respect, and focus.
Complimentary HERO PE Teacher for the Day
HERO instructors lead every scheduled PE class for the day, using fun, non-threatening martial arts activities to capture students’ attention while delivering meaningful lessons in character development.
Each class blends active participation, introductory martial arts movements, and a memorable character lesson tailored to students’ age and maturity.
Middle school
High school
Students learn that self-defense is about protecting yourself when necessary—and that fighting is never acceptable.
The HERO PE Teacher for the Day program is complimentary for K-12 schools. Schools located more than one hour from a HERO location may be responsible for reasonable travel expenses. Nationwide requests are welcome, with transportation and lodging quoted when necessary.
Character students can put into practice
Learning to control their eyes, ears, and body so they are ready to learn.
Doing what they know they should do, even when no one is reminding them.
Learning to show others that they are valued.
Moving from believing they can do something to proving it through action.
Professional, engaging, and age-appropriate
We work alongside administrators, counselors, PE teachers, and education professionals to shape a program that fits each campus.
Right for each age
Age-appropriate instruction for elementary, middle, and high-school students
Prepared presenters
Background-checked and SafeSport-trained presenters
Consistent HERO program
Led by Master Josh Arcemont and/or a trained HERO leadership team member, depending on location and availability.
Welcoming movement
Non-threatening martial arts activities
Built around your needs
Customizable lessons based on the school’s needs
Clear safety message
A clear distinction between self-defense and fighting
Meaningful for the kids
“Josh is consistently one of our favorite speakers. He’s able to share his message about making positive choices, setting goals and maintaining self-discipline, all while demonstrating his impressive martial arts skills. His presentations are always interactive and meaningful for the kids.”
School Counselor, Hassler Elementary School
Experience that meets students where they are
Master Josh Arcemont has taught martial arts and character development since 1997 and founded HERO Martial Arts Academy in 2010. He and the HERO leadership team have worked with more than 50 elementary, middle, and high schools, reaching thousands of students through motivational presentations, PE classes, and character-development programs.
Today, HERO Martial Arts Academy serves more than 600 students across two locations. Josh holds a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, a Fifth-Degree Black Belt in Taekwondo, and a Seventh-Degree Black Belt in a modern mixed martial arts system.
Programs are led by Master Josh and/or trained members of the HERO leadership team. Each presenter follows HERO’s established school program and is trained to provide a professional, engaging, age-appropriate experience.
600+ students · Two locations · 3 disciplines
Featured in Martial Arts Success Magazine
HERO’s outreach and Josh’s approach to motivational school talks appeared in “The Merit of Motivational School Talks.” Josh is also a featured contributor in Black Belt Power by Melodee Meyer.
Additional School Programs
Customized presentations and workshops can be shaped around your school’s needs and quoted separately.
✓ School assemblies
✓ Student self-defense and personal-safety workshops
✓ Staff self-defense and situational-awareness training
✓ Leadership and team building
✓ Confidence under pressure
✓ High-energy instruction and student engagement
✓ Customized motivational presentations
✓ 45–60 minute presentations
✓ 60–90 minute interactive workshops
✓ Scheduling customized to your campus calendar
✓ Options aligned with professional-development needs
Tell us about your audience and goals. We’ll help you find the right format.
Book Josh for Your Organization or Event
Beyond HERO’s school programs, Josh Arcemont is available for leadership presentations, motivational speaking, team training, and martial arts industry events.
Drawing from decades of teaching, business ownership, staff development, and professional consulting, Josh delivers practical lessons on leadership, confidence, accountability, organizational culture, and sustainable growth.
✓ Leadership and accountability
✓ Confidence and overcoming challenges
✓ Team culture and staff development
✓ Martial arts business growth & instructor development
✓ School and community partnerships
✓ Customized motivational presentations
Past audiences include the Martial Arts Industry Association, Martial Arts SuperShow, CozTalks in Cozumel, National Charity League, and Texas Statewide Network of Assessment Professionals.
Learning in motion
Authentic school moments, active participation, and lessons students carry with them.
