What’s the Rush?! Karate is a discipline that demands time, dedication, and a willingness to embrace challenges. The journey to Black Belt excellence is not one of shortcuts or quick fixes but rather a path requiring consistent effort and determination. Each belt earned represents not just a mastery of techniques but also personal growth, resilience,…

AGAIN?! As the New Year approaches,it’s time to ditch the usual resolutions that often fizzle out by February.       Instead, why not commit to something that improves your fitness and empowers you with self-defense skills? Enter Krav Maga—a powerful combination of physical training and practical self-protection. Krav Maga, a martial art developed by the Israeli…

As the New Year begins, many set goals to improve their fitness and overall well-being. While traditional gym routines and fitness programs can help you get in shape, Krav Maga stands out as an ideal choice for a New Year’s resolution, offering a unique combination of health, strength, and self-defense benefits. Krav Maga is a…

In martial arts, being part of a team is about more than just individual skill or results; it’s about dedication, unity, and supporting one another to achieve collective success. Martial arts teams thrive on hard work, not just in personal training but in the commitment to the group’s goals and growth. While martial arts may…

-Intense Training Camps vs. Continuing Education- We just finished our AGENT G Bully Prevention Event.  Students and Parents learned skills, but how much will they retain?     Martial artists often debate the merits of short-term intense training camps versus long-term continuing education, like fire and water. Each approach offers unique benefits, and their effectiveness…

Has the Time Change Got You down? Face it, every time we have to “SPRING FORWARD” or “FALL BACK” we are forced through a small Jet Lag. OUR BODIES ARE NOT CRAZY! It doesn’t matter if the clock says it’s 9 AM.  Our body knows what time it really is!! So use Qigong practices to reset your…

Taekwondo offers numerous benefits for  students struggling with issues… There are numerous Taekwondo benefits for  students struggling with issues. Issues like being overweight, having anxiety, feeling low confidence, or struggling anger management. Its structured, disciplined approach combines physical activity with mental focus, making it an excellent tool for personal development in these areas. 1. Overweight students,  Taekwondo…

“Keep Showing Up” “In the spring of 2019, a friend invited my son to try a class at ATA. That very first day in an ATA school felt like a thread of connection with my husband and children’s Korean heritage. I imagined how proud their Korean grandparents would have been to see them training in…

Lions, Tigers and Bears – Oh MY! Halloween is an exciting time for children, but safety should always be a priority, especially when trick-or-treating or attending a Halloween party. Here are essential safety tips to ensure a fun and secure Halloween for kids aged 5-15. Costume Safety:          Avoid overly long outfits that…