Parents report these five important benefits their children in our school experience:
1. Our reward system improves children's self-esteem
Martial arts are not like team sports because the emphasis is on developing the individual's self-esteem not the team's winning record. The belt system is the key. When kids earn their belts it gives them a great sense of accomplishment that really improves the way they feel about themselves.
2. Our program teaches children discipline
On of the things parents appreciate most about our classes is the improvement in their child's self-discipline. We have a wonderful staff of patient instructors who love to work with children, but are also very clear about limits. We enforce good rules of behavior in class, and we expect the same good behavior at home and in school.
3. Our activities channel children's aggression
Many doctors actually prescribed our school for treatment because of the positive outlet it gives the kids for all their energy.
4. Our confidence classes enhance children's self-esteem
We believe confidence is one of the most important things we can give kids. That's why every class we teach has confidence-building drills included.
5. Our program teaches children essential self defense skills
Our program teaches practical, proven self-defense methods. We also teach the kids that the moves they learn in class will work, so they don't go home and try them on their sister, or neighbor. Martial Arts is a Fun, Fulfilling Workout for Adults Our adult students really appreciate the differences between martial arts training and standard exercise programs.
6. Our workouts are a great way to get in shape
Martial arts like an exercise program with a bonus! You learn to defend yourself while you get in shape.
7. Our classes relieve stress
Martial arts are well known for its stress relieving benefits. The emphasis on mind-body training goes far beyond the benefits of standard, health club type exercise programs.
8. Our classroom practice sessions give you confidence
I think the confidence building part of our program is what students appreciate the most. Nothing can take the place of the security in knowing that you can defend yourself, if you have to.
9. What we teach you could save your life
At our school, everything we teach is reality based. Master Griffin's Black Belt instructors work very hard to insure that most any situation you might encounter is covered in the classroom under very safe learning conditions, so you will be prepared.
10. Our program is a lot of fun
The reason our program is so successful is because we make the classes fun and exciting. We learned a long time ago that if people are having fun, they learn much faster.
We at Griffin Martial Arts America & Kardio Arts Kickboxing have number of different programs to offer even the busiest students. From our martial arts for children and pre-school classes to our martial arts fitness, and black belt programs we have a program for everyone.
TAEKWONDO- Korean martial art using the hands 30% and kicks 70%
Programs in this area to chose from are:
- Basic taekwondo program
- Black Belt Club sport karate program
- Masters Club of Self-defense
- Expert Weapons Club
- All-Star Leadership and Instructor Program
We also have private and semi-private lessons called PERSONAL SUCCESS SESSIONS--OR PSS
--FOR GRADE SCHOOLS TO TRAIN ON SITE AT GRIFFIN MARTIAL ARTS 4101 CHICAGO AVE SO
- PEMAP- PRIVATE/PUBLIC EDUCATION MARTIAL ARTS PROGRAM
Rather than tell you about our Master Griffin's championships and black belt rankings, we prefer to focus on our students. Certainly, we're proud of our instructor's accomplishments. But, we're more proud of the achievements of our students. Our instructors understand that the student's individual progress is the most important focus of their attention. That's why our instructors continue to be students themselves. They take classes, attend seminars and continually work to improve their ability to help our students reach their goals. Our Commitment to You
Our instructors participate in the American Taekwondo Instructors Training Institute (ATITI) instructor education and certification program. This program helps our instructors stay up-to-date on the most important teaching issues such as teaching by age groups, safety in the classroom and student motivation. National Association of Professional Martial Artists As a member of the nearly 2,000 school National Association of Professional Martial Artists (NAPMA), for over 10 years, our school enjoys transfer privileges in the rare case that you may have to move to another area.
We think that you will enjoy any of our programs and will start to enjoy the many benefits.