About this Event
Rooted in Resistance
4th Annual Training Intensive | June 18–21, 2026 | Austin, TX
Join us for a four-day immersive gathering honoring the living warrior and healing legacies of Africa, the African Diaspora, and the Global South. Held over Juneteenth weekend, this intensive brings together practitioners and community members to train and honor martial traditions born from resistance
The Experience
Our curriculum bridges rigorous physical training with historical depth. Participants will engage in:
- Weaponry: Stick and blade arts from diverse global lineages.
- Unarmed Combat: Traditions including Capoeira, Kalaripayattu, 52 Blocks, Silat, and Panantukan.
- Knowledge Exchange: Lectures and discussions on historical and cultural contexts.
- Restoration: Movement-based healing and recovery practices.
Who Should Attend?
All experience levels are welcome. Whether you are a seasoned martial artist, a researcher, or a newcomer, Rooted in Resistance provides a dedicated space for in-depth training while fostering a meaningful global community.
IN-PERSON PASSES
- Early Bird (until Apr 15): $175
- Regular (Apr 16 – June 7): $225
- Late / Door: $275
DAY PASSES (In-Person)
- Single Day: $75
- Two-Day: $140
VIRTUAL PASSES
- Full Virtual Pass: $59
- Single-Day Virtual Access: $25
CALL FOR VENDORS
Rooted in Resistance invites vendors, artists, authors, makers, and small businesses whose work aligns with the spirit of the gathering—celebrating culture, martial traditions, healing arts, books, music, crafts, equipment, and wellness practices.
We are curating a small, intentional vendor space to support creators and community builders who contribute to the cultural ecosystem surrounding movement, resistance, and embodied knowledge. provides a dedicated space for in-depth training while fostering
Vendor Table Fee
- Vendor Table (Saturday and Sunday): $50
(Table space provided. Vendors bring their own table/display if possible.)
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Texas Empowerment Academy, 5800 East Parmer Lane, Pflugerville, United States
USD 28.52 to USD 295.29
