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Most Americans are a little overweight, some a lot. Our lives are very busy, yet sedentary. We don't get enough exercise and we have too much stress in our lives, which is slowly killing us.
Yet, we always seem to find a reason not to make the time to do something that is important for our health and well being. Does this statement sound familiar: "I have tried exercise plans, health clubs, gyms and even home workout equipment and videos. I stay with it for a few months and then get bored!"

Most of us have good intentions. We know we need to exercise, maybe even lose a few pounds. And we’d all love to rid ourselves of stress and get in shape. We all want to look and feel better.
Somehow it seems everything we try gets old and boring pretty fast. The gym membership gets wasted. The video tapes you ordered are collecting dust somewhere. How about that exercise machine you bought that turned into an expensive clothes rack (before it ended up in a garage sale).

So what is the solution? It’s simple, an Adult Martial Arts program.
For any physical conditioning program to work (mentally and physically) you need to stay with it for extended periods. Most things that adults do to stay trim, fit and feel good are just plain boring.
Martial Arts is fun, interesting, and easy to measure your progress. And best of all, there is always something new to learn.

There are many different approaches to teaching martial arts. Some schools are very strict and traditional. You cannot talk in class and you can never approach your instructor. Instead you must ask one of the assistants if you have a question. The head instructor is not only non approachable, but if you make a mistake, they have some pretty interesting ways of making you know it. None of which make you feel very good!

Then there is the opposite end of the spectrum. These schools are kind of like a playground for martial artists. There’s not much in the way of respect or tradition. They don't teach many of the traditional forms and drills that the ancient masters based their systems on. Some of them are more like boxing gyms without the ring, leaving plenty of room for injuries to occur. There’s a total absence of tradition, no uniforms and little regard for safety.

The best learning situation is somewhere in between. These martial arts schools will believe in and follow a certain amount of the Far Eastern tradition, but not in a religious sense at all. They will bow when entering the training area as a gesture of courtesy to each other. They will value honor, courtesy and respect while having approachable instructors who do not criticize you if you make a mistake. Their students, men and women alike, enjoy learning and training in a safe and friendly environment.

According to data from New York City-based research firm Simmons Market Research, an estimated 18.1 million Americans participated in karate or some other form of martial art at least once in the past year. Included in that estimate are 9.4 million adults. Look out kids, moms and dads are doing karate too!

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If you are not completely satisfied then there is no
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	Most Americans are a little overweight, some a lot. Our lives are very busy, yet sedentary. We don't get enough exercise and we have too much stress in our lives, which is slowly killing us. Yet, we always seem to find a reason not to make the time to do something that is important for our health and well being. Does this statement sound familiar: "I have tried exercise plans, health clubs, gyms and even home workout equipment and videos. I stay with it for a few months and then get bored!" Most of us have good intentions. We know we need to exercise, maybe even lose a few pounds. And we’d all love to rid ourselves of stress and get in shape. We all want to look and feel better. Somehow it seems everything we try gets old and boring pretty fast. The gym membership gets wasted. The video tapes you ordered are collecting dust somewhere. How about that exercise machine you bought that turned into an expensive clothes rack (before it ended up in a garage sale). So what is the solution? It’s simple, an Adult Martial Arts program. For any physical conditioning program to work (mentally and physically) you need to stay with it for extended periods. Most things that adults do to stay trim, fit and feel good are just plain boring. Martial Arts is fun, interesting, and easy to measure your progress. And best of all, there is always something new to learn. There are many different approaches to teaching martial arts. Some schools are very strict and traditional. You cannot talk in class and you can never approach your instructor. Instead you must ask one of the assistants if you have a question. The head instructor is not only non approachable, but if you make a mistake, they have some pretty interesting ways of making you know it. None of which make you feel very good! Then there is the opposite end of the spectrum. These schools are kind of like a playground for martial artists. There’s not much in the way of respect or tradition. They don't teach many of the traditional forms and drills that the ancient masters based their systems on. Some of them are more like boxing gyms without the ring, leaving plenty of room for injuries to occur. There’s a total absence of tradition, no uniforms and little regard for safety. The best learning situation is somewhere in between. These martial arts schools will believe in and follow a certain amount of the Far Eastern tradition, but not in a religious sense at all. They will bow when entering the training area as a gesture of courtesy to each other. They will value honor, courtesy and respect while having approachable instructors who do not criticize you if you make a mistake. Their students, men and women alike, enjoy learning and training in a safe and friendly environment. According to data from New York City-based research firm Simmons Market Research, an estimated 18.1 million Americans participated in karate or some other form of martial art at least once in the past year. Included in that estimate are 9.4 million adults. Look out kids, moms and dads are doing karate too! Try our 3 class trial Program Today for $24.95 If you are not completely satisfied then there is no obligation to continue. Call Now (515) 963-9989