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Looking for Martial Art classes that teach patience, kindness, and self-control?
Our Teen program is the right choice as students have the time of their life while learning discipline and discovering their full potential. Our definition of a Champion is, someone who never gives up and we expect students to always do their best, these are pillars of our program.
MARTIAL ARTS ARE PROVEN TO OFFER PROFOUND BENEFITS TO CHILDREN WHO FACE LEARNING CHALLENGES
Our program consists of mixed Kung Fu and Martial Arts styles and our teaching method reaches all 3 major learning styles; visual, auditory, and kinesthetic. We believe in bringing out the best in everyone. Our classes are designed to educate, encourage and support healthy lifestyles by improving self-image.
Not Sure We Are The Right Fit For You, Or Your Teen?
Includes
- Tour of the Academy & meet the Team
- 30-minute introductory private lesson
- 1 group class
Total Cost: $19.95 +GST
Teens Martial Arts 4 Week Introductory Special!
Includes
- Tour of the Academy & meet the Team
- 30-minute introductory private lesson
- Weekly group classes
- BONUS Great Way T-shirt
- Earn your 1st Belt
- Access to our Academy Online
Total Cost: $99 +GST
OUR KUNG FU QUEST PROGRAM
Each student is invited to go on a Kung Fu Quest. The Quest encourages home practice, completing home chores, developing good manners, and random acts of kindness. Each month students are given a Quest Card to complete.
WHAT IS TMA/TEENS MARTIAL ARTS?
TMA is a blend of techniques from kickboxing, boxing, Muay Thai kickboxing, Kung Fu and sports conditioning. You get to hit heavy bags, hand targets, self-defence shields and more for an outstanding workout. High-intensity interval training is used to build fitness levels fast! If you want to strengthen your entire body with powerful kicks and energetic combos, then sign up for Kelowna’s best Teens martial arts program today.
The Truth About Kung Fu
- Previous experience is not necessary to start classes
- Being in shape or flexible is not required
- We have a no-contact policy. Less risk of concussion and injuries
- Great Way students are very friendly and helpful
- No competitions, tournaments or contact sparring
- We have a very welcoming family-friendly environment
- Kung Fu is not a “style” it is a mindset, it means “hard work, well done”
WHAT CAN A PARENT DO IF THEY FEEL THEIR CHILD IS NOT EARNING THEIR NEXT BELT EITHER AT HOME OR SCHOOL?
This is very normal and can occur at any time on the journey to Black Belt. Maybe a student is not doing their chores, or their grades are not satisfactory. We can help!
It’s important to us that you know that every reward is earned here at Great Way, nothing is just given, and that parents always have the final say whether their child gets promoted to their next belt.
If for any reason a parent would like us to withhold a reward they only have to let us know, we are here to support the parents and the child and will not reward them until the parent is happy with the behavioral change.
Benefits
- Improves Self-Image
- Trains Right and Left Brain
- Teaches Goal Setting
- Improves Discipline and Posture
- Self-defense and Self-Control
- Non-Violent Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Improves Manners and Self-Respect
- Increases Self-Awareness and Tolerance
- Positive Reinforcement and Encouragement
- Can Kick Start a Great Attitude
Belt Test & Gear Requirements
- Skill level – 6 skills of a Champion; focus, accuracy, speed, power, intensity, and excellence
- Effort – never giving up
- Positive attitude – always doing your best
- Practice – consistent practice ensures progressive skill level
- Attendance – this does not ensure skill level however, it does teach that success starts with showing up
- Year 1 (white, yellow & gold belts) | 22 classes per unit click here for gear requirements
- Year 2 (orange, green & blue belts) | 24 classes per unit click here for gear requirements
- Year 3 (purple, brown & red belts) | 26 classes per unit click here for gear requirements
- Junior Black Belts (all) | 26 classes per unit click here for gear requirements
*Good academic grades are required to be promoted to any Black Belt Level