What Tiger Claw does

Tiger Claw is a US-based private company that operates as an e-commerce retailer and wholesale distributor of martial arts supplies, headquartered in Fremont, California. The firm maintains a dual-channel go-to-market model: direct-to-consumer retail through tigerclaw.com with a phone order hotline at 1-800-334-3456, and a dedicated wholesale division serving martial arts schools, dojos, and training centers through a separate phone line at 1-800-821-5090 and an account-based application. Operating with 11-50 employees, the company sells across 12+ core product categories spanning uniforms and belts, sparring gear, training equipment, weapons, footwear, gear bags, MMA equipment, ninja-themed gear, apparel, instructional media (DVDs and books), accessories, and a kids program with themed sub-collections.

The product catalog covers 20+ martial arts disciplines including Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Judo, Jujitsu, Kendo, MMA, Aikido, Hapkido, and Ninjitsu. The core technology is a standard e-commerce storefront with account registration, shopping cart, search, and checkout functionality; no proprietary software differentiation is disclosed. Sub-brands include GFY (sparring and training gear) and ICHF (International Chinese Martial Arts Federation-aligned uniforms), indicating product specialization beyond the parent brand. Pricing is per-unit and varies by category: apparel from $12.99 to $32.99, accessories starting at $1.99, and weapons from $23.99 to $55.99, with separate wholesale pricing accessed via the wholesale division. The company operates a Claw Cash loyalty rewards program offering store credit for repeat purchases and a customer referral program.

Customer segments include individual martial arts practitioners (primary persona), martial arts schools and dojos (primary B2B), and youth martial artists via the dedicated kids program (secondary persona). Geographic distribution is domestic US with shipping restrictions noted for California, Massachusetts, New York, and Canada. Marketing relies on organic social (Facebook page, Twitter @TigerClawMA), a referral program, co-marketing partnerships with martial arts federations and programs (American Kyuki-Do Federation, KungFu Magazine, Pro Martial Arts Karate, SKILLZ Dynamic Martial Arts Training), and a community links page. No revenue, funding rounds, management team roster, M&A activity, certifications, patents, regulatory actions, or third-party technology integrations are disclosed in the available data.

Name

Tiger Claw

Legal name

Tiger Claw

Website

https://tigerclaw.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tiger Claw is a US-based private e-commerce retailer and wholesale distributor of martial arts supplies, serving individual practitioners, schools, dojos, and youth programs across 20+ martial arts disciplines through tigerclaw.com and a dedicated wholesale division based in Fremont, California.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Martial Arts Equipment & Supplies

NAICS

Saw Blade and Handtool Manufacturing (332216), Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing (316)

SIC

Sporting & Athletic Goods, Nec (3949)

akta.pro primary industry

Protective, Safety & Tactical Leather Goods Manufacturing (Holsters/Pouches/Gear) (IMAOAHAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Small Leather Accessories Manufacturing (Belts/Straps/Watch Bands) (IMAOAFAG)

Keywords

• Martial arts supplies
• Martial arts uniforms
• Sparring equipment
• Martial arts weapons
• Martial arts apparel

Headquarters

HQ city

Fremont

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Retail E-commerce Sales: Direct-to-consumer sales of martial arts supplies through tigerclaw.com website, serving individual martial arts practitioners and enthusiasts
2. Wholesale Distribution: B2B wholesale sales to martial arts schools, dojos, and instructors through dedicated wholesale phone line and account setup

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Tiger Claw manufactures and distributes martial arts safety products, uniforms, sparring gear, training equipment, weapons, footwear, and apparel across 20+ disciplines. The company serves individual martial arts practitioners through retail e-commerce and phone sales, and martial arts schools/dojos through a dedicated wholesale division with separate account setup and pricing.

Product overview

Tiger Claw is a comprehensive martial arts equipment retailer offering a wide-ranging portfolio of products organized into core categories: Uniforms & Belts (Traditional, Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu, Judo, Kendo styles), Sparring Gear (Foam, Vinyl, Cloth protection equipment), Training Gear (exercise equipment, shields, targets, punching bags, wooden dummies, mats), Weapons (Kung Fu weapons, Bo & Jo, Kama, Tonfa, Sai, Samurai, Nunchaku), Apparel (T-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, long sleeve shirts), Accessories (patches, jewelry, frames), DVDs & Books, Shoes, Gear Bags, MMA equipment, and Ninja Gear. The company also operates sub-brands including GFY Sparring and Training Gear and ICHF Uniforms. They serve both retail and wholesale customers with a Kids Program offering themed merchandise for various martial arts animals (Tiger, Dragon, Ninja, Eagle, Mantis, Lion, Monkey).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Uniforms & Belts Martial arts uniforms and belts including Traditional, Tae Kwon Do & V-Neck, Kung Fu & Tai Chi, Judo & Jujitsu, Kendo, MMA & Kick Boxing, Demo Uniforms, and Aikido & Hapkido styles, available to individual practitioners and wholesale schools.
• Sparring Gear Protective gear for martial arts sparring including Foam, Vinyl, Cloth variants, Chest/Rib Guards, Groin Protectors, Mouth Guards, and Olympic Tae Kwon Do equipment for individual practitioners and wholesale schools.
• Training Gear Training equipment including Exercise Equipment, Shields, Targets & Mitts, Leg Stretchers, Breaking Boards, Punching Bags & Gloves, Wooden Dummies, and Mats for martial arts practitioners and schools.
• Weapons Martial arts weapons including Kung Fu Weapons (broadswords, straight swords, spear heads, whip chains, staffs), Bo & Jo, Kama, Tonfa, Sai, Samurai & Kendo, Bokens, Escrima & Arnis, Self Defense weapons, Padded Weapons, Nunchaku, and Weapon Cases/Stands.
• Apparel Martial arts themed clothing including Tee Shirts, Long Sleeve Tee Shirts, Hooded Sweatshirts, Sweatshirts, and Summer T-Shirt Sale items for fans and practitioners.
• Shoes Martial arts footwear and shoes designed for training and competition.
• Gear Bags Bags designed for carrying martial arts equipment and gear, including uniforms, weapons, and protective gear.
• MMA Equipment Mixed Martial Arts equipment and supplies covering training and competition needs.
• Ninja Gear Ninja-themed martial arts equipment and costumes for practitioners and enthusiasts.
• Kids Program Kids martial arts program merchandise including themed clothing and gear for Kid Tiger, Kid Monkey, Kid Mantis, Kid Lion, Kid Eagle, Kid Dragon, and Kid Ninja characters.
• Accessories Martial arts accessories including Patches (Flag, Achievement, Ranking, Weapon), Jewelry & Pins, Headbands, Keychains, Certificates, Medals, Frames & Displays, Flags & Posters, and Figurines and Toys.
• DVDs & Books Instructional DVDs and books covering Karate, Kung Fu, Tai Chi, Shaolin, Wing Chun, Qiqong, Hapkido, Judo & Jujitsu, Ninjitsu, Tournaments & Exhibitions, Weapons, Philippine Combatant Arts, Chinese Arts, and Bruce Lee.
• GFY Sparring and Training Gear GFY branded sparring and training equipment sub-brand line distributed by Tiger Claw.
• ICHF Uniforms ICHF (International Chinese Martial Arts Federation) branded uniforms sub-brand line distributed by Tiger Claw.
• Wholesale Division Wholesale distribution service providing bulk purchasing programs, differentiated pricing structures, and dedicated account support for verified martial arts schools, dojos, and training centers through a separate phone line and account setup.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• American Kyuki-Do FederationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership featuring AKF logo on Tiger Claw website sidebar, indicating co-marketing relationship and cross-promotion within the martial arts community
• KungFu MagazineminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCo-branded merchandise partnership including KungFu Magazine Year of the Ram 2015 Tee-Shirt and KungFu Magazine logo presence, suggesting editorial and marketing collaboration
• Pro Martial Arts KarateminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with Pro Martial Arts Karate program featuring their logo on Tiger Claw website, indicating community and marketing partnership within martial arts education
• SKILLZ Dynamic Martial Arts TrainingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with SKILLZ Dynamic Martial Arts Training program featuring their logo on Tiger Claw website, indicating child-focused martial arts education partnership

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Century Martial Arts: One of the largest US martial arts equipment suppliers offering uniforms, sparring gear, weapons, and apparel across disciplines with both retail and wholesale channels - directly comparable to Tiger Claw in product breadth, customer base (schools and individual practitioners), and dual GTM motion.
• ProForce Martial Arts: Manufacturer and distributor of martial arts equipment including uniforms, protective gear, and weapons sold through wholesale and retail channels - mirrors Tiger Claw's manufacturing-plus-distribution model with overlapping product categories and school/dojo customer base.
• Macho Martial Arts: Online specialty retailer of martial arts supplies including uniforms, sparring equipment, weapons, and training gear - directly competitive with Tiger Claw's e-commerce positioning and similar product catalog across multiple disciplines.
• Hayabusa Fight: Specialty manufacturer of MMA and martial arts gloves, sparring gear, and apparel with strong direct-to-consumer brand - comparable to Tiger Claw's sparring gear focus but with more premium branding and modern digital-first GTM.
• Fairtex: Established Thai manufacturer of Muay Thai and martial arts equipment including gloves, shin guards, and training gear - directly comparable to Tiger Claw in manufacturing martial arts safety/protective equipment and serving training-focused customers.
• TigerSports: Specialty martial arts equipment retailer offering uniforms, sparring gear, and accessories - directly competes with Tiger Claw in the US martial arts supply market with overlapping product categories and school/dojo customer focus.
• Revgear: Manufacturer and retailer of martial arts and combat sports equipment including gloves, protective gear, and training equipment - comparable to Tiger Claw in combining manufacturing with direct retail distribution to practitioners and schools.

Broad incumbents

• Title Boxing: Larger boxing and martial arts equipment retailer with extensive product catalog and omnichannel presence - operates in the same combat sports equipment space as Tiger Claw but with broader category scope and stronger brand recognition in boxing specifically.
• Ringside: Established boxing and martial arts equipment manufacturer/retailer offering gloves, bags, protective gear, and training equipment - comparable product categories to Tiger Claw but with broader positioning across boxing and MMA rather than traditional martial arts specialization.

Emerging players

• Sanabul: DTC-native MMA and combat sports equipment brand focusing on gloves, training gear, and apparel with strong social commerce presence - competes with Tiger Claw's MMA category but with a more modern, digitally-native GTM targeting younger practitioners.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/TigerClawMA
• Facebookfacebook.com/TigerClaw
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/tiger-claw-taekwondo

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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