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Children's Programs

Our children's martial arts programs will help channel your kid's energy in a productive manner! Our programs are proven to increase their confidence, discipline, motor coordination--all while having fun at the same time!

Our program works hand in hand between the family and school, providing improved self-discipline, self-confidence, mental alertness, and goal setting skills. We have several different tools available and reward systems in place to assist with this process. We also provide the tools kids need to defend themselves against the growing problem of bullies.

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GOAL SETTING

It is important for each child to learn to set short-term, intermediate and long term goals. At Self Defense Academy, every child’s ultimate goal is to achieve a rank of Black Belt. Black Belt is a symbol of excellence in Martial Arts and an important tool for instructors and parents to use for developing desire, tenacity, and for teaching the importance of follow through in any activity. Young people are taught at Self Defense Academy that through dedicated, intense work, all worthwhile goals in life are possible.

EMPHASIS ON ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

All young people in the program are required to bring copies of their report cards from school. Those who earn high marks receive an ACADEMIC ACHIEVER patch for their academic excellence to put on their uniform. Every child’s effort is considered. From C to B and B to A to straight A’s are what we teach. Small goals leading to bigger achievements!

Self Defense Academy’s staff work hand in hand with schoolteachers and parents to insure a well-balanced and focused development process fro each child. Parents have attributed our program with improved grades as a direct result if the increased achievement motivation, self-direction, and self-confidence provided by the program.

PROPER USE OF SKILLS

It is constantly stressed to all students that Martial Arts skills require them never to be abusive or offensive and is only use defensively.

6 Reasons Why Every Child Should Be Enrolled at
Self Defense Academy

1. Bully Awareness

At Self Defense Academy our students are taught how to defend themselves, not just with punches and kicks but through their body posture and how they can carry themselves with confidence. There is no one right way to deal with a bully. What is important is that you look at what’s happening, figure out a plan and decide who can help you deal with the bully.

2. Improved Report Cards:

Our curriculum is designed to teach children the importance of concentration. Improved concentration means that your child will learn more at school. Therefore you can expect your child to receive better grades for both academics and attitude. In our school, children who receive A’s and B’s on their report car receive a patch on their uniform indicating that they’re Academic Achievers.

3. Hapkido Builds Healthy Kids:

Hapkido is a great workout! You’re child will breathe better and sleep better. Children who take karate are slimmer, make better decisions about food, and in general, learn to take better care of themselves.

4. Positive Attitudes:

Kids in our program learn to have a positive and respectful attitude. You won’t find repeating yourself over and over, or arguing with your child like most parents do. Kids learn to be respectful of their parents and teachers. You might even catch your child saying Yes Ma’am or Yes Sir!

5. Self-Confidence:

It’s true; kids who take Hapkido develop better self-confidence. They’re encouraged to take chances, to push themselves further than they thought possible. The success they experience through karate classes teaches them that they can be successful at anything if they truly believe they can, and are willing to work hard. Improved confidence leads to better grades, a better circle of friends, better performance in sports and extra curricular activities in general.

6. Self-Defense: Hapkido Teaches Two Forms Of Self-Defense:

One is physical - your child will improve his or her strength, flexibility and overall health. Additionally, your child will learn to strike with tremendous power and effectiveness. Hopefully, your child will never be picked on or need to fight…but should the occasion arise, shouldn't everyone know how to protect themselves? The second form of self-defense Hapkido teaches is internal. Children learn to spot danger and avoid dangerous people, places and activities. Hapkido can help your child avoid the need for a physical confrontation. This second form of self-defense is perhaps the most valuable of two.