FAQ’s

Q. Will my child become more aggressive if he/she studies karate?

A. We emphasize self control as a fundamental to karate. Rather than increasing hostility, we have successfully moderated the behavior of children who were overly aggressive. In every case we determine the individual needs of the child.

Q. Will karate really teach my child discipline?

A. The traditional discipline and respect in a karate school is something children want to participate in; saluting instructors, bowing in the training area and obedience to instructors and teachers are fun and part of the belt promotion requirements. We find children respond to the dignity and tradition of karate and enjoy the self-discipline it teaches.

Q. Do you teach adults and children together?

A. We never do this. Adults and children train in separate classes. Teaching them together robs both of proper instruction and ignores the skills and inabilities of their respective ages. No reputable education system presents information to adults on a child’s level or vice versa.

Q. What will my child learn in this karate school?

A. Self esteem, Discipline, Confidence, karate skills. You will see almost immediate results. We make participation fun. Exercise becomes a daily habit. Our goals are to develop children’s self confidence, good sportsmanship, fairness to others and positive character. Unlike other schools, our program is specifically geared towards children and their needs. We emphasize fun aspects of karate as a means of achieving these goals.

Q. What is special about this Academy?

A. Our programs emphasize the individual. People are different. They don’t all want the same things. We begin by listening to discover what the student’s goals are and work to accomplish those goals together.

Q. Why is Kenpo Karate better than other styles?

A. We teach realistic methods of self defense. Kenpo karate uses all our weapons(hands, fingers, elbows, knees, feet)applied with natural motion so that anyone, not just exceptional athletes, can perform the moves. It emphasizes accuracy, power, agility and speed, but requires no special strength or abilities.