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FAQ2018-02-24T18:32:36-05:00

  Kids Martial Arts

Do children’s confidence & self-esteem grow with martial arts, karate, tae kwon do?2018-03-20T15:39:36-04:00

Absolutely. Kids with low self-esteem often come out of their shells. As their skill level increases, they feel more and more confident. Other kids look up to them, just as they look up to other kids who are ahead of them. It builds a sense of confidence, pride, and teamwork.

Do kids enjoy martial arts, karate, tae kwon do? Do they stick with it for a while?2018-02-24T18:17:49-05:00

Kids have a blast here. There’s smiling and laughter throughout every class. We have our moments of intense concentration and focus… but we always balance things out with fun and games to keep everything alive and light.

Do kids get injured in martial arts, karate, tae kwon do?2018-02-24T18:01:36-05:00

Sometimes. But the truth is, injuries are very, very rare here. We have a lot of measures in place to keep your child perfectly safe. In fact, safety is our #1 concern.

How old should my child be to start martial arts, karate, tae kwon do?2018-02-24T18:18:41-05:00

Any age! Most kids range from 5 to teenagers, but we have kids who are younger, too. Classes are customized to suit children of different ages. A teenager receives very different treatment than a 6 year old, for example.

Is martial arts, karate, tae kwon do for boys only? Or can girls participate as well?2018-02-24T18:19:08-05:00

Our martial arts classes have been, and always will be, for boys AND girls! Every class has a good blend of the two as well. In fact, girls often get the hang of it sooner than boys as they’re naturally more flexible.

My child isn’t athletic. Can he/she still participate in martial arts, karate, tae kwon do if he/she?2018-02-24T18:17:17-05:00

Absolutely. Martial arts teaches kids to be coordinated, flexible and strong. Kids who don’t naturally have these qualities develop them. Kids who do have these qualities grow them even more.

Will martial arts, karate, tae kwon do teach my child to be hostile and aggressive?2018-02-24T18:00:51-05:00

Absolutely not. Children learn a lot about what it means to be respectful and polite here. As a result, kids who weren’t violent in the first place become even more respectful and kind. Kids with behavior problems often become very respectful and calm.

  Adult Martial Arts

Can martial arts cause injury?2018-02-24T18:19:46-05:00

Every form of physical exercise, from running to walking to martial arts, comes with a risk for injury. However, our program is run by trained experts who place a tremendous focus on injury prevention.

Because martial arts makes you more balanced, limber & flexible – it generally leads to LESS injury in people’s lives. Not the other way around!

I’ve heard martial arts is violent. Is this true?2018-02-24T18:20:55-05:00

Absolutely not! Martial arts is about peace, balance & harmony. It’s about becoming in touch with your body and all of life. It’s about happiness and fulfillment.

The self-defense techniques you learn help you become flexible and strong. They help you become confident and proud.

The guiding principles of martial arts help you diffuse situations before violence becomes a part of them. However, if a hostile situation does ever come about, you’ll have the tools you need to keep you and your loved ones safe.

What level of fitness is required for martial arts?2018-02-24T18:20:22-05:00

People come to us of all fitness levels. We get natural-born athletes, and we get people who have a harder time with athletic endeavors. However, everyone gets the same focus and attention.

If you’re not in great shape, don’t worry. Go at your own pace, and we’ll do everything we can to help you learn each and every technique. Soon enough, your physical fitness will improve, and you’ll be in better shape than ever!

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