Although many individuals may choose a martial arts studio based solely on geographic convenience or price, we feel that studying martial arts is a life learning experience that can have a profound impact on your child's development. Therefore, we want to make sure you have all the facts before making this important decision. Because of the powerful influence a black belt instructor has on a child, this decision must not be made solely on the philosophy of the studio, but on the instructor's training and actual ability to translate this philosophy to your child.
We focus on two major areas for children in our Martial Arts program.
Physical
We do this through what we call the Martial Arts basics. Karate stances, kicks, punches, and blocking patterns are part of these basics. We believe in a strong foundation in the basic karate movements. The basic karate movements also dramatically improve your child's focus and concentration skills. Although there are many instances where children are described as having "limited attention spans", we believe that this is not an accurate description of the situation with the majority of children. In fact, most children are paying attention to everything around them at once. Therefore, our Kempo Karate training is not only essential for the Martial Arts, but is also an invaluable tool for concentration and focus.
Character Development
Next and most important, United Studios believes in strong character development, the basic morals of caring for others, being kind, contributing to the family's welfare and the importance of academics and strong leadership skills. This results in tremendous self esteem and respect for self and others, ensuring success not only in the Martial Arts but in many other important areas in your child's life now and in the future. As you can see, our program is extremely comprehensive. United Studios' instructors are continually trained in all areas of teaching, including both the physical and mental development of specific age groups.
Kempo Karate is one of the oldest forms of martial arts. All martial arts have their origins in India. A man named Bodhidharma was a Buddhist monk who traveled into China, and in return for the monks teachings and lodging, he taught them his fighting art Chuan Fa which is Chinese for Kempo, as well as the Buddhism principles. The monks were in a poor condition physically and mentally, due to the amount of time the monks spent in meditation without any physical exercise. By the time Bodhidharma left the temple, the Monks were performing masterful feats of martial skill, and the temple of Shaolin was never the same. From that point on the Monks were no longer the subject of abuse or ridicule. They had gained respect in their community and on an international level even today. Thus Kempo's origins are in China from the monks of the Shaolin. The English definition of Kempo is fist law.
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Although many individuals may choose a martial arts studio based solely on geographic convenience or price, we feel that studying martial arts is a life learning experience that can have a profound impact on your child's development. Therefore, we want to make sure you have all the facts before making this important decision. Because of the powerful influence a black belt instructor has on a child, this decision must not be made solely on the philosophy of the studio, but on the instructor's training and actual ability to translate this philosophy to your child.