Benefits
Every person studies for individual reasons, but most experience similar benefits with time and consistent attendance.
Health
This karate is a safe practice, with natural & therapeutic motions.
It develops essential core strength and improves isometric,
aerobic and flexibility conditioning. It is also a vehicle
for managing stress.
Confidence
Development of this unique and practical skill provides
better poise and composure.
Dojo Environment
The environment is year-round, cooperative not competitive.
Builds long-term group camaraderie.
“I have yet to meet anyone who has practiced martial arts not find several benefits from their practice. Benefits are personal and individual. The most prevalent theme I hear is that nearly every student feels in better control of him or herself.
General confidence and overall well being is consistently better. With youngsters, developing confidence and self-esteem is at the core of what they receive. Adult students tell me that they simply feel more ‘together.’ They handle stress better than ever before and find a clearer focus on life with an improved ability for decision-making.
A deeper determination to accomplish personal and professional goals often develops with longer-term martial arts training; perhaps what could be described as a "fighting spirit" to be applied to all adversities in life. This is real 21st century self-defense. The ability to (not easily) have your spirit broken."
~Clark Jones
In Summary
Adult
Fitness and self-defense aspects have always been the initial
appeal for adults. However, after training for a short time other
"priorities" take over for the adult student. Student feedback has
indicated an ability to better cope with everyday stress (real 21st
century self-defense), which also translates to improved decision
making. Camaraderie with fellow students coupled with having a
place where an individual always feels welcome provides a source
of connection outside work and personal environments. Continued
training offers opportunities to enhance composure and poise, which
is carried into daily life situations. In effect, students use their karate
every day.
Teen
Teen students represent the “perfect” age to be exposed to the
empowering nature associated with practicing martial arts. Professionals
today report that “middle school” and “early high school” years are
dominated by the influence of peers. Young people do best if they are
involved in activities that provide positive feedback about themselves while
building an inner confidence through their achievements.