"Dylan & Mia are learning truly valuable life skills, and not just self-defense."

- Shannon H.

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve sat with a parent who looks me in the eye and says, “I just don’t know how to get him to focus.” I hear it all the time — “She can’t sit still,” “He doesn’t listen,” or “The teacher thinks it might be ADD or ADHD.” 

And I get it. When your child is bouncing off the walls, can’t follow directions, and every simple task turns into a struggle, it wears on you. It’s exhausting. You start to worry, “If they’re having this much trouble concentrating now… what’s going to happen when school gets harder?”

This is exactly why we built our program the way we did. 

Our sessions aren’t just about kicking and punching — they’re about helping kids learn how to channel that energy, how to listen the first time, how to focus one step at a time. 

And when they start to get it — when you see your child standing tall, eyes forward, following directions with pride — that’s when you know something powerful is happening.

I'm not going to sugarcoat this one. It won't be easy, nor will it be quick. Learning to focus and concentrate takes practice, commitment, and time. If you can do that without quitting on them, then this might be the right place for you.

You know what? I hear that statement above often from parents. And I feel for you if you are one of them. 

When getting through the morning routine feels like a battle… or every bedtime turns into a negotiation… it’s exhausting. You start wondering if they’ll ever take initiative on their own — whether that’s brushing their teeth, packing their bag, or doing homework without a meltdown.

And let’s be honest — you probably aren’t looking for perfection. You just want your child to take some responsibility, show respect, and do what needs to be done without the endless back-and-forth.

That’s exactly why we put such a strong emphasis on self-discipline in our program. Not the kind that’s all about punishment or strict rules — but the kind that teaches kids what discipline really means: Doing what needs to be done, even when you don’t feel like it. That's life, right?

We build it one class at a time — with clear expectations, structure, and consistent routines. They learn to line up fast, listen the first time, and show respect to their instructor. And pretty soon, that behavior starts showing up at home too. Parents tell us all the time: “He’s listening better.” “She’s finally following through without me nagging.”

That’s the power of structure and coaching that kids actually respect. That’s when things change. Not just in class — but in every part of their life.

Confidence. If there’s one thing parents ask me about again and again, it’s how to help their child believe in themselves. I’ve heard it said so many ways:
“She’s so shy – I just want her to come out of her shell.”
“He’s always doubting himself and gets frustrated when things don’t go perfectly.”

This one I understand to my core. I was a shy, timid, quiet, insecure kid all the way through my young adult life. 

You see all the potential in your child, but sometimes they don’t see it yet. They’re nervous in group settings, hesitant to speak up, or afraid to try new things because they might get it wrong. And when that starts to spill into friendships, school, or new experiences, it’s hard not to worry. Will they get overlooked? Will they be able to stand up for themselves? Will other kids treat them the way they deserve?

This is big, and I believe very strongly about it, that's why we coach confidence from the inside out.

In our program, confidence isn’t just something we talk about… it’s something kids build. It happens one small win at a time — mastering a new movement, earning a stripe, speaking up during a drill. Those “little” moments? They add up. And before you know it, the kid who was too shy to make eye contact is raising their hand. Taking the lead. Walking a little taller.

Because when your child believes in themselves, they start to be who they are meant to be — at school, with friends, and in life. They stop hiding. They start trying. And they begin to see what they’re truly capable of.

That’s what we mean when we say, “We bring out the champion in your child.”

If you’ve ever had your child go from calm to meltdown in under 30 seconds, you’re not alone — and you’re not a bad parent. You ask them to turn off the TV, or it’s time to leave the playground, and suddenly you’re in the middle of what feels like a full-blown crisis.

That kind of emotional intensity can drain you or drive you to drink. They’re not trying to be difficult; they’re still learning how to deal with emotions without it spilling over into a scene. The problem is, without the right tools, that cycle just repeats. Again and again.

We teach them how to pause, think, and come up with choices that better fit an outcome that is positive for you and them.

We use movement to channel high energy into focus. We teach kids how to find that “reset button” inside themselves — whether it’s a breath, a stance, or a moment of stillness. That one-second pause can make the difference between a tantrum and a breakthrough.

What it means for you is: less yelling and a better understanding of how to deal with the situation when things don’t go their way. They learn to “fail forward” — try again without falling apart. And when that happens, mornings get smoother. Bedtime isn’t a war. You can sleep better.

Boxers have some of the BEST hand-fighting skills. 

Their agility, footwork, and movement are the number one reason we use this style to teach stand-up skills - it's the foundation.

The majority of people who face a self-defense situation will start on their feet: someone trying to punch you in the face or grab you. 

Your child learns how to defend against something like this and how to launch their own attack to neutralize the situation.

Here’s where your child gets to learn how to bring boxing, kicking, knees, and elbows together to learn The Art of Eight Limbs. 

We use Muay Thai to teach your child power with grace. 

They learn one of the most important ranges of self-defense, the clinch range. 

Don’t worry, though, our program is safety-focused, so your child will get to learn real skills in a controlled environment.

We have a progressive system that helps them learn at Level 1 and move to Level 8 at their own pace.  

Pankration is an ancient art that focused on all ranges of fighting. 

You had to know how to stand and fight, and it was required that you know how to fight on the ground…as well as to get back up to your feet. 

This is the reality of self-defense; fights can go to the ground, but you'd better know how to get up because you can only fight one person down there. 

We focus on teaching take-down, grappling, and standing back-up skills.

This is where the mixed martial arts aspect comes in for them. They learn to handle all ranges of fighting, which gives them the confidence to be humble.