Why Linxx

Leadership

Frank Cucci is the Founder and Head Instructor of the LINXX Academy of Martial Arts. He is a veteran of the elite U.S. Navy SEAL Team and has over 25 years of martial arts experience. He is considered by many to be one of the most experienced, highly skilled, and well-rounded Martial Artists in the country. Some of Mr. Cucci's certifications include:

• Full Instructor certification in Kali (the Malay art of Stick and Knife fighting) under Dan Inosanto.
• Full Instructor certification in Jeet Kune Do (art & science of fighting created by Bruce Lee) under Dan Inosanto.
• Senior Instructor certification in Thai Boxing under Master Chai Sirisute.
• Black Belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu under Pedro Sauer.

Reputation

LINXX Academy offers one of the most highly respected, quality martial arts programs in the nation. The choice to join LINXX Academy is a choice to join a distinguished, time-honored martial arts academy that is rich in tradition.

From the day of its founding on March 16, 1992, LINXX Academy has grown in its size and stature, but it remains committed to the task of providing students with the most practical and effective self defense skills, rooted in the principles of ethical-moral development.

The LINXX Academy is nationally recognized because of its distinguished reputation as a leading, progressive institution of martial arts instruction. Made legendary in books, magazines, newspaper articles, and TV specials produced over the years, the Academy's list of students include; Doctors, Lawyers, Actors, Musicians, Politicians, Teachers, Community Leaders, Corporate Executives, Law Enforcement Officials and Senior Military Officers.

Ever mindful of its rich heritage, the LINXX Academy continues to provide hundreds of young men and woman the unique opportunity to develop physically, ethically and intellectually. Guided by its timeless motto, "Linking Practical Defense and Personal Development", the LINXX Academy is poised confidently to provide Virginia Beach and the Tidewater Area with its second decade of service.

Mission

Since it's founding over a decade ago, the LINXX Academy has accomplished its mission by developing students in three critical areas: Mind, Body, and Spirit. Specific developmental goals are addressed through several fully coordinated and integrated programs.

• HONOR guides students to exemplify the ultimate in ethical and moral behavior: The qualities of maturity, dedication, trust and dependability commit students to act responsibly; to be accountable for their actions; and to fulfill their obligations.
• COURAGE is the mental, moral and physical strength ingrained in our students. Courage is the ability to do the right thing, in the right way, for the right reasons. It carries our student through the challenges of life, and aids them in overcoming fear and doubt. It is inner strength that enables a person to do what is right; to adhere to a higher standard of personal conduct; to lead by example; and to make tough decisions under stress and pressure.
• COMMITMENT is the spirit of determination and dedication found in our graduates. It leads to the highest order of discipline and is the ingredient that enables students to remain dedicated to their training. It inspires the unrelenting determination to achieve a standard of excellence in every endeavor.

Here's What Others Are Saying About LINXX Academy…

"The families involved in this program, the students, and the staff at the Linxx Academy, you truly have a lot to be proud of."
–Senator Frank Wagner, Virginia State Senator

"Linxx Academy not only develops good martial artists, more importantly it develops good people - which is the ultimate goal of martial arts training. I enjoy my training at Linxx, it is a great work-out, and it helps me do my job more safely and effectively."
–John L. Special Agent, F.B.I.