Marinoble's Martial Arts Faces New Fight
Aug 03, 2022 12:00AM ● By By Thomas J. Sullivan
Dave and Elizabeth Marinoble, owners of Marinoble's Martial Arts, have been training champions for 25 years. Photo by Thomas J. Sullivan
CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA (MPG) - Dave Marinoble hopes that one day, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) will be given its own swift kick. ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.
Husband and wife, Dave and Elizabeth Marinoble, owners of Marinoble’s Martial Arts at 7524 Walnut Drive, in Citrus Heights have spent over 25 years together training champions.
“We’ve only decided to make Dave’s diagnosis of ALS public recently,” she said.
A well-attended July martial arts tournament which they hosted, helped raise over $1,500 towards ALS research.
In August 2020, the couple closed their long-time school in Roseville to move to Citrus Heights.
The high peaked roof of their studio should look familiar to long-time Citrus Heights residents as it was once home to the Sierra Chalet Ski Shop, she said. The purchase price included a three-bedroom, two-bathroom residence. Its garage is also used as a training facility and sparring rings are set up behind the house.
The Marinobles wish to thank the ongoing support of their long-time students and instructors, many of whom have been with them for years, for helping them weather the pandemic as they continue to welcome new students.
“Today, we have over 150 (students),” said Elizabeth Marinoble. “It’s a very diverse mix and many of our students have been with us for many years.”
Marinobles offers mixed martial arts (MMA), kickboxing, fitness and self-defense classes for all ages and skill levels.
“Through the years we’ve never advertised,” she said. “We offer different programs for different ages, who can take unlimited classes if they choose to.” Class pricing begins at $129 and goes up to $159 per week. She is also a health and weight-loss coach.
“If you’re ready to fight for your health, we’re here to help,” she said.
Seen unleashing a demonstration swift kick to a speed bag, Dave Marinoble hasn’t lost a move, nor his love for teaching his students. While he may have lost his voice to ALS, and uses an adaptive device to translate his speech, he hasn’t let anything deter him.
He said he enjoys teaching, whether they be amateurs who are just getting into the sport, or world-class UFC athletes. He is a three-weight class International Kickboxing Federation champion and two-time member of the U.S. National Sport Ju jitsu Team.
He’s also a part-time California Army National Guard non-commissioned officer. Sergeant Marinoble helps train soldiers in the art of hand-to-hand combat.
Elizabeth said she’s hopeful that an upcoming clinical trial will prove helpful for her husband.
She’s also working with the ALS Sacramento Chapter office in Citrus Heights at 5701 Sunrise Boulevard to coordinate and schedule a Walk to Defeat ALS® event at Rusch Park in Citrus Heights on September 17th.
The ALS Sacramento Chapter has also scheduled its own Walk to Defeat ALS® at Elk Grove Regional Park. Its Citrus Heights office is open daily to the public from 9 am to 5 pm for walk in donations or those who may need information or assistance with a new diagnosis.
For information about the upcoming ALS walk visit alssac.org. Register at web.alsa.org/sacwalk.
The Marinobles offer classes, taught by senior black belt instructors, in kickboxing, mixed martial arts and karate self-defense for children 11 years and under. Adults are considered age 12 and older, she said. A first introductory class is free.
“Our Bok Fu Program teaches a blend of kung fu, Kenpo, taekwondo, self-defense and ju-jitsu to people of all ages and experience levels,” she said.
“You’ll see kids and parents, alike all working towards their black belts. We have a great team of instructors, a great facility, and fantastic members. Come check us out,” she said.
Marinoble’s Martial Arts is located at 7524 Walnut Dr, Citrus Heights 95610. Call (916) 786-0333 for more information or visit https://marinobles.com/roseville-martial-arts-schedule/ to view a sample class schedule.