Andrea Harkins

Andrea Harkins, a/k/a “The Martial Arts Woman,” is an internationally recognized author, blogger, podcaster, martial artist and positivity enthusiast. She began learning martial arts in 1989, and received her black belt in 1994. Later, in 1997, she earned her second degree. Today, Andrea shares her mission of positivity and martial arts to make the world a better place.

Andrea began her blog, The Martial Arts Woman nearly ten years ago which is a candid account of martial arts as they relate to life. She was recruited to write for such prestigious magazines as MASUCCESS, The World Martial Arts Magazine, Conflict Manager, Martial Art Guardian (UK), Martial Arts Illustrated UK, Martial Arts Business (Australia), and her former local newspaper, The Parrish Village News.

Andrea has been interviewed by numerous podcasts over the years including Martial Arts Nation Podcast, Martial Thoughts, Warrior Radio, Warriorcast, The Dynamic Dojo Radio Show, Modern Combat Masters Radio Show, Whistlekick Martial Arts Radio, Life is a Marathon, Sisters in Harmony, and more. In 2015, she was touted as a rising star by the World Martial Art Magazine, and in 2016 was featured in the UK’s number one martial art magazine, Martial Arts Illustrated UK.

Andrea's first book, The Martial Arts Woman, shares several personal stories of victory and triumph after applying a martial art mindset to life’s hardships, More than 25 other martial art women contributed fascinating, touching, and real-life stories of empowerment and positivity that reveal the psyche and spirit that dwells within these women martial artists. Her second book, Martial Arts Inspirations for Everyone, uses martial art experiences and life lessons to inspire others. Her third book, How to Start Your Own Martial Art Program, is an entrepreneurial how-to on starting a martial art program. Write Amazing Wedding Vows is her fourth book for those struggling with writing the most important words in their lives - their vows. Her fifth book, in progress in 2023, is Weekly Positive Reflections & Journal that shares positive intentions and insights and allows the reader to journal their own thoughts on the next page.

Andrea’s genuine and unique approach to positivity captures the attention of thousands of friends, fans, and followers, who are motivated by her messages of encouragement.

To learn more, you can find Andrea on most social media. Improve your own life and mindset by joining Andrea in her mission of positivity.