Instead of giving into the moodiness and attitude, take them to our martial arts school instead!
See What Makes Our Teen Martial Arts Classes Stand Out!
Being a teenager in today’s world is challenging and it’s a time when fitting in is so important. Our age-specific teen program helps teenagers become focused on their own self-development so their self-esteem gets boosted to a level where they stop comparing themselves to others. Our Teen Martial Arts Classes at The Academy of Martial Arts in Ankeny are the best way to introduce your teen to valuable self-defense skills, important social interactions, and build character! We do this by providing an atmosphere that promotes acceptance, self-respect, and personal growth.
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HELP IN ONE OF THESE AREAS?
They make hasty, poorly-considered decisions and need to have better judgment.
They’re being bullied at school – or they’re the one doing the bullying. They don’t get enough exercise or need to lose weight.
They have low self-esteem and seem to be down all the time. They give up when things get difficult and fail to meet their goals.
WHY MARTIAL ARTS TRAINING?
This is the age where they are easily persuaded by peer-pressure and makes it challenging to make the right choices. It’s a time when they are trying to figure out who they are and what they stand for. Our curriculum is carefully designed to inspire teens every class on how to lead themselves, how to combat negative peer-pressure, and how to set goals for a life of greatness. Our purpose and plan are to build Black Belt Leaders who have a strong foundation of self-respect and unshakeable character.
In the end, there is no confidence like self-defense confidence. Having the ability to defend yourself is so empowering! We teach modern, realistic, and easy to learn self-defense techniques. By quickly equipping our students with the confidence to protect themselves we give them the courage to walk and communicate with confidence wherever they go.
With suicide being the second leading cause of death for 15-24 year olds we are on a mission to provide the right environment, coaching, and goals to empower them to live their best life!
Give Your Teen The Boost They Need Today With Our Martial Arts Training
Teenagers who study martial arts learn the benefits of self-control and discipline with every lesson. Our classes emphasize core values like discipline, respect, and persistence. Students learn that the way they treat others – in and out of the dojo – reflects on them as people and affects their ability to achieve their goals.
Martial Arts For Strength, Fitness and Self Defense!
Whether you’re already a gym ratö or your idea of exercise is getting off the couch to grab a snack, The Academy of Martial Arts classes in Ankeny will give you the confidence to protect yourself, PLUS the best workout you’ve every had.
By combining classic Tae Kwon Do, Hapkido, and Jiu Jitsu with modern-day boxing moves and cardiovascular sports conditioning, you’ll get your heart pumping, as you melt away fat and tone every muscle in your body!
MARTIAL ARTS GIVES CONFIDENCE AND DISCIPLINE!
Our Amazing Black Belt instructors have designed our martial arts classes to be challenging and fun all in one.
Benefits Of The Academy of Martial Arts
- A body-slimming, fat-burning aerobics workout that will whip you into peak physical condition
- Head-turning, perfectly sculpted arms, abs and legs
- Unwavering concentration and unprecedented focus Improved self-confidence and discipline
- An entire arsenal of self-defense moves that could save your life
JUDGMENT IS AN ESSENTIAL SKILL IN MARTIAL ARTS
Whether they’re in a martial arts class or in a competition, the difference between a good performance and a poor one often comes down to judgment.
Students learn how to make judgments on the fly using the information they have on hand in conjunction with their training.
They also learn how to differentiate between good instincts and bad ones – and to use that information to make judgments.
GET YOUR KIDS OFF THE COUCH AND INTO MARTIAL ARTS
It might seem like your teenager would happily spend all day sitting on the couch playing video games or posting on social media.
The electronics epidemic might be a good thing in many ways, but teenagers still need physical activity to stay fit and healthy.
Martial arts classes provide teens with challenging workouts in a fun, social setting that rivals any video game.
HOW TO SET (AND ACHIEVE) GOALS
Teens sometimes seem not to care about setting goals either in the short-term or the long-term.
The study of martial arts requires them to pursue goals on a regular basis. Each skill they learn, and each belt they earn, represents a goal that they have achieved.
Goal-setting in this way provides teens with the tools they need to set achievable goals in school, at home, and in life.
Shelley Sullivan
My son has been attending for 4 years, and we are so happy with how much he has learned and progressed. The instructors are patient and great with the kids. It’s very affordable, especially when they can attend class up to 5 times per week. We love how respect is emphasized both in and outside the classroom.
Kimberly Ann
My son started as a Tiger and then began Tae Kwon Do and is now also in the NinjaTrix program. He loves it! The Academy of Martial Arts is wonderful. The Deavers, Master Harp, Mr. Inman, and others who help are caring and dedicated teachers. They have multiple programs available and great classes for all ages. They are welcoming and we appreciate the emphasis on character skills and leadership they promote. Plus flexible scheduling with most classes offered multiple evenings each week or Saturdays. Glad we found them!
Chris Amy Labby
Master Deaver is definitely focused on the training and teaching of the arts. Excellent demeanor and a teaching heart. Thank you so much for helping us progress to the next step!!
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FAQs
Yes. Respect is a core value in our martial arts school, and all students learn to respect their instructors, fellow students, and their parents.
Teens who study martial arts learn to carry themselves with strength and confidence, and that makes them less likely to be targeted by bullies. They also learn how to defend themselves if necessary.
Yes. Martial arts classes require teens to learn and then apply lessons to decisions in real time in our martial arts school. That’s a skill that they will carry with them everywhere they go.
They might – but martial arts classes are fun and social, and kids also see them as cool. We’re used to a little resistance, but we also know how to get teens interested in what we teach, and keep them interested.
We teach teenagers the value of respect, discipline, and judgment, and they learn that knee-jerk decisions are often not the right ones.
Teens who want to excel in martial arts must make a commitment to continued study. We can’t guarantee that your teen will stick to it, but we can tell you that our instructors encourage persistence and teach teens that they can’t achieve their goals if they give up.
More Benefits
Bad attitudes are not tolerated in our martial arts school, and kids learn that respect is a requirement in life.
Teens learn that carelessness can be costly.
Martial arts classes build strength.
Martial arts classes help teens build and tone their muscles.
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