Children · Ages 6 – 12

…while making sure they have a TON of fun

Give your kids the lifelong gifts of personal success, confidence, discipline and self-defense

Martial arts classes normally make you think of self-defense, being strong, fit and safe. The truth is, it's all that and WAY more!

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Ages 6 – 12. We'll reply within one business day with times that fit your week.

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Sound familiar?

Does your child have any of these challenges?

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They are great kids but they just don't listen, often being told to do something a hundred times before they actually do anything.

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They're bright and intelligent, yet have trouble paying attention at home, in school or in any important situation.

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They are simply shy and lack the confidence and self-esteem needed to live up to their full potential.

Luckily, there's a solution

The difficulties of raising children are near endless

There really is a safe, natural and extremely effective way to take charge and positively impact every aspect of your child's life. It doesn't take medicine, therapy, harsh actions, or cajoling your kids to change their behavior. Instead, it is teaching your kids self-discipline, hard work, confidence, and respect.

This is done in a way that empowers them while also teaching them humility, and promoting health and fitness — all at the same time. Sounds like a wonder cure, doesn't it? That's the power of martial arts classes.

Your child will grow with every class

Children are like sponges. They absorb things quickly and easily – far more easily than we do as adults. In fact, parents can sometimes see a difference in their kids after just one martial arts class. Each additional class they attend increases their knowledge and growth.

Not only are they getting healthier as they learn martial arts, they're also learning the value of self-discipline and respect. When you enroll your child in a martial arts class, you're giving them much more than the physical skills we teach. You're giving them the opportunity to thrive.

Lifelong character and success traits

Your kids' everyday friends aren't the main concern anymore when it comes to character development. Now you have to worry about all the negative and harmful influences that the internet can introduce into your children's lives.

The true benefit of our classes is the character and success traits developed through training — the skills and techniques, the guidance of our instructors, and positive social interaction with their classmates.

Fitness disguised as fun

Between the foods we eat and the constant sitting and staring into screens, many kids aren't getting enough regular exercise.

Our martial arts classes for kids are full exercise routines disguised as a boatload of fun — jam packed with activities, games and drills designed to disguise the repetition of training and build habits they'll carry into adulthood.

Self-defense from predators and bullies

We never want our kids to have to use these skills, but every good parent still wants their kids to be safe. Our training is very serious about teaching your kids the skills needed for self-protection in any circumstance.

Knowing how to defend oneself is only half the battle. Our classes teach your child the respect and self-discipline needed to defuse a situation without violence whenever possible – as well as the judgment to know when force is the only way to safety.

Tons of F-U-N

We never forget… kids are kids and they deserve to have some fun! We guarantee your kid will have a blast in our classes.

It's also a fantastic and healthy environment for them (and you) to make friends with other like-minded students. It really is a place where laughter, cheer and happiness abound.

What families say

As an alumni of World Martial Arts Center, I want to thank Master Katayama for helping me to where I am today.
Bryan Nguyen · Google
Wonderful instructors. I appreciate the class is fun while there is an emphasis on respect. Generous trial period to ensure it's a commitment your child will love.
Mermaid D · Google
Totally Awesome! Very professional and personable group of instructors. My son loves it.
Ron Dennis · Facebook

FAQs

Questions parents and students ask

My child is out of control. Can martial arts help?

Yes. Self-control is essential to the study of martial arts, and our students learn that they must be the masters of their actions and emotions.

What skills will my child learn to help themselves do better in school?

Martial arts training teaches focus, discipline, self-control, and respect. These traits help children let go of petty grievances and learn to pay attention to the things that are most important to their future success.

I don't want my child getting into fights. Won't martial arts make them want to fight?

No. Martial arts has its roots in self-defense, but we teach children that violence is not the answer to their problems.

My child isn't physically coordinated. Will they get hurt?

No. Our instructors are experienced working with children of all abilities and ages. Your child will learn at a pace that is comfortable for them, in an environment that puts their physical safety first.

My child hates sports – won't they hate martial arts too?

Some kids who come to us are resistant at first, but martial arts instruction is both fun and active. Many kids think that martial artists are cool and that can help them stick with it even if it's hard at first.

Can martial arts help my child have faith in their abilities?

Yes. Kids who study martial arts learn that hard and persistent work pays off. Each small success helps children believe in themselves and have faith they can achieve their next goal.

More benefits

  • When kids respect themselves, they also learn to respect others.
  • Kids learn how to stand up for themselves with confidence and authority.
  • Classes get kids off the couch into a setting where they can learn their bodies' capabilities.
  • Kids memorize movements and perform them in sequence, a skill that translates to the classroom.

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