Welcome to Kaya Martial Arts

Dear Parent:
My name is Master Sung Min Park and since 1997, I have been helping children, like yours, to dramatically improve the quality of their lives.

We all want to give our children a strong foundation for success in life. Our
professionally developed martial arts program for children has been designed to develop confidence and coordination in children. Our trained instructors provide individual attention and encouragement in a fun, positive atmosphere.

It Has to Be Fun Too!
For the kids in our program, one thing matters - FUN! Our kids have a great time in class, but we work hard to make sure that the program has lasting value for each child.

The exciting punching and kicking techniques capture the child's attention, while opening the door for improvements in confidence, self-discipline, self-control and self-defense.
Self-Confidence, Self-Control and Self-Protection Are Our Priorities Self-Confidence
Our belt system is the key. Your child will start as a white belt and then move through the belts all the way to a black belt. As we prepare them to earn each belt, their skill level and confidence improve. Each belt presents a new challenge that your child will learn to meet and exceed.

Our parents tell us that this process gives their children an unshakable confidence that improves all areas of their lives. Their grades get better. They’re better behaved and they gain the confidence to say NO to peer pressure.

Self-Control
One of the benefits that parents appreciate most about our classes is the improvement that they see in their child’s discipline and self-control. We will teach your child that a black belt represents excellence. Even if he or she is not yet a black belt, he or she can have the black belt attitude. This is engrained in every class. We will teach your kids that when they are in school, to ask themselves, “How would a black belt listen to the teacher? How would a black belt do this assignment? This has proven to be very powerful for motivating students to make massive changes in their behavior and attitude.

Self-Protection
We’ll teach your child to protect him or herself in a safe and supportive manner. He or she will be taught not only what to do, but when to use these skills. We don’t want our students to misuse these skills, so we work hard to instill a sense of responsibility with this training.

Most of our kids never have to use the skills of self-defense. But the confidence your child will gain from knowing he or she can handle everything from teasing to bullies will help in all aspects of life.

How We Work With Beginners
Most children have never had any martial arts experience. So, that's how we structure our classes. All new students go through an introductory program that is designed to help your entire family evaluate our school and determine if this program is right for your child. This also gives us a chance to make sure that we can place your child into the proper class for his or her age and interests.

What To Do First
Step one is to set an appointment for the introductory program. Please make sure that, at least for the first two classes, anyone involved in the decision to continue is present to view the classes. Our program has produced remarkable results and tends to be a very pleasant surprise for parents. But that's only possible if they actually see the class. We understand how busy parents are today. So, we encourage you to make the appointment for the introductory course at a time when everyone can watch and even participate, if you wish.

Welcome to the Exciting World of Martial Arts!
From our pre-school programs to our martial arts fitness programs, our instructors are dedicated to helping you and your family achieve your individual goals.

Why are Martial Arts so Popular?
Martial arts are so popular, because no other activity can provide the same results as martial arts for each individual participant. Whether your goals are self-confidence, self-defense, personal development, fitness, flexibility or to earn a black belt, our school can take you there.

Martial Arts are Great for Children
Parents today are recognizing that the public school system is not enough. Millions of parents are bringing martial arts into their children’s lives to enhance their education.

Carleton University, in a study reported in Psychology Today (January 1985), found that children in martial arts have a lower level of anxiety; an increased sense of responsibility; a decrease in the willingness to take foolish risks; a higher sense of self-esteem; higher level of social intelligence; and were less likely to be radical.

Parents report these five important benefits that their children experience from our school:
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 of their energy. 4. Our confidence classes enhance children's self-esteem
We believe that confidence is one of the most important things we can give kids. That’s why every class 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 shouldn’t go home and try them on a sister or neighbor.
6. Martial Arts is a Fun, Fulfilling Workout for Adults
Our adult students really appreciate the differences between martial arts training and standard exercise programs. 7. 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 getting in-shape.
8. 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 exercise programs.
9. Our classroom practice sessions give you confidence
I think that 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.
10. What we teach could save your life
At our school, everything we teach is reality based. Our 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 can be prepared.
11. 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.

Our Programs
We have a 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.

Our Instructors
Rather than tell you about our 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
We’re so confident in our program that we offer a money back guarantee. If, within your first 30-days, you don’t feel you are getting the benefits you desire from our school, we will refund your money. Try getting that from a health spa!