FOCUS: The student will be able to pay better attention to their parents, teachers, and friends; they will learn how to focus on goals, ideas,and ways to improve their education.

SELF-CONFIDENCE: Success in a personal development program, such as this, will aid in building self-confidence. The student will be able to see improvements in themselves, in their flexibility, memory, coordination, strength and self defense skills, as a result of dedication. This is an excellent foundation for self-confidence.

SELF-DISCIPLINE: To discipline yourself to achieve the goals you want in life. To obey, listen, & learn. To be able to control all body movements and actions. Self Discipline means doing things the right way, not taking the easy way out. Students are encouraged to practice self-discipline, in all areas of life.

SELF-CONTROL: To be able to strike and have control in all movements made by the body. To control a situation and be in control at all times. To know when & how to say NO.

RESPECT: This means to respect others and the art of Martial Arts and to respect the people who teach the Art. To respect the rules and directions giving to you by the instructor. To respect yourself, parents, & others.

And finally, the martial arts are good, clean fun for students of all ages -- it's a rare opportunity to provide you or your child with exciting skills to learn in an atmosphere of respect and courtesy. Parents of our higher-ranking students have said that they considered martial arts to be a part of their child's education. They use martial arts to fill the gaps inherent in our public school system for physical education, personal development and self defense.

We are very careful to teach students that martial arts are not to be used outside the class in any manner other than in true self defense. The result is a self-confident student, who does not need to bully or show off to other people.

The awarding of the higher levels of martial arts sashes instills a sense of achievement and accomplishment. This is very important to us and is the real core of the program. Because the length of time for achieving sashes can be from two to six months.

The movements in martial arts develop coordination and increase strength and flexibility, which will carry over to the work place, school, and sports.

The program builds character by providing the student with the confidence to control situations and ability to stand up to peer pressure and other intimidating situations.

The emphasis of our program is on establishing courtesy, concentration and discipline. A tradition of respect is built into our martial arts instruction.

The martial arts are renowned for providing a lifetime of personal growth skills. We are excited to have the opportunity to share these benefits with our students. To maximize our effectiveness, we think it's very important for you to understand our goals and how best to work with us to provide a great martial arts experience for all.

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Training for these tests and passing them, enhances the student's ability to concentrate, plan for, and triumph over challenges. You'll find this to be an excellent reinforcement of study habits and attitudes in school or at work.