Our specially tailored Youth curriculum builds a solid foundation in martial arts skills, while emphasizing the values of self discipline, respect, confidence and self-esteem.

Studying martial arts will help your child to:

• Increase his or her ability to concentrate
• Focus on the positive
• Develop the confidence to say no to unhealthy peer pressure
• Improve relationships with teachers and classmates

Call today to try a free class. Our great family rates and no contracts make it easy to get started!
(757) 988-0500

Group photo from our April 2006 belt test.

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Carleton University, in a study reported in Psychology Today (January 1985), found that children in martial arts have a lower level of anxiety; an increased sense of responsibility; a decrease in the willingness to take foolish risks; a higher sense of self-esteem; higher level of social intelligence; and were less likely to be radical.

• Our reward system improves children's self-esteem
  Martial arts are not like team sports because the emphasis is on developing the individual's self-esteem. When kids earn their belts it gives them a great sense of accomplishment that really improves the way they feel about themselves.
  
• Our program teaches children discipline
  We have a wonderful staff of patient instructors who love to work with children, but are also very clear about limits.
  
• Our activities channel children's aggression
  Many doctors actually prescribed martial arts for treatment of aggression because of the positive outlet it gives the kids for their energy.
  
• Our program teaches children essential Self-defense and Safety-Awareness skills
  Our program teaches practical, proven physical self-defense methods but we also give the kids Urban and Safety awareness training so they can AVOID dangerous situations.
  
• Our workouts are a great way to get in shape and build life long health habits
  Martial arts is like an exercise program with a bonus! You learn to defend yourself while you get in shape.
  
• Our classes enhance other sports activities
  Our training developments the balance, hand – eye coordination, agility, and “total body” coordinated movements that are cross-applicable to all physical activities and sports.
  
• Our program is a lot of fun and offers variety
  The reason our program is so successful is because we make the classes fun and exciting.