AMERICAN SCHOOL KARATE
565 Chickering Road (Rt 125), North Andover, MA, 01845
(978)686-0025
May we suggest that you check out the other schools in the area, as many of our students have,
then come in and see why we have been here longer than any other in the area
24 YEARS!
Adult/Teen Program
REDUCE STRESS - LOSE WEIGHT - LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE - DEVELOP CONFIDENCE - INCREASE FLEXIBILITY
Our main interest is personal development and protection in the individual's health and safety. By using the ancient methods of the Martial Arts we can condition our Bodies, Minds and Spirit well beyond any other form of exercise. Strength and Size are not the issue as our practice reveals the proper Physics, Timing and Distancing to allow anyone to overcome conflict from outside as well as inner sources. The curriculum includes sets of movements handed down through the centuries of Martial Arts Masters. They still stand today to show the worth of the Old Masters wisdom.
These Ancient exercises called Kata have been handed down through centuries of Martial Artists as a complete method of self preservation, (health and personal protection). As you learn and practice these methods please remember what you are out to accomplish and do not rush your studies. By keeping your practice slow and methodical you will allow the Kata to teach you by feeling each motion and listening to your minds creative instincts.
Strength is the first level we strive for as we condition the muscles, tendons, ligaments and bone to fortify us against the aging process we cannot escape (but can slowdown).
Next is flexibility as we regain the loose supple bodies we had in our youth, again off setting the ravages of aging.
Coordination, control and balance.......all aspect that diminish with time that make us susceptible to falls are regained and even surpassed through the program.
Your physical health will improve, causing your mental outlook to also improve, bringing you a great feeling of self. This will ramify in so many ways in personal and interpersonal relations that new and inspiring outlook and opportunity will arise.
You will learn in a safe, clean and encouraging environment.
Remain open minded, consistent in practice, dedicated to self improvement and enjoy your journey - Asa Seeley
Kids Program
The Kids program is designed to teach each student a respect for themselves and others through the principles of: Effort, Etiquette, Self Control, Character, Sincerity, Courtesy, Patience, Persistence and Perseverance, all while learning the art of self protection.
Goal setting, responsibility and fun are introduced into the system by testing for higher levels and maintaining consistency in attendance. Daily, Monthly, Quarterly and yearly Goals are set to ingrain this important attribute.Reinforcement or repetition will help the student maintain steady growth and enthusiasm, as such parental involvement is very important and encouraged as is the corresponding behaviors at home and school.
The Program for kids takes approximately 3 years which reinforces a commitment to the learning process. Two classes are recommended per week and missed classes can be made up by attending a third session during the following week. Advanced classes will be invitation only between level of purple and blue depending on the individual.
Children learn in a safe, clean and encouraging environment.
Upon enrolling in our Martial Arts course we encourage our young members to develop character traits that will serve them throughout their lives. We offer an Interactive Program that involves these traits at School and Home. For each new belt color level each youth member must display one of our 9 prescribed for 30 straight days.
| BELT RANK | PRINCIPLE | ACCOMPLISHMENT |
| Yellow Belt | Effort | Trying to succeed at an endeavor |
| Orange Belt | Etiquette |
Proper Manners in given situations |
| Red Belt | Self Control | Control of actions and/or thoughts |
| Purple Belt | Character | Quality of the individual |
| Blue Belt | Sincerity | Honesty with yourself and others |
| Green Belt | Courtesy | Treating others as you want to be treated |
| Brown Belt | Patience | Waiting quietly for the proper time |
| Prep Black | Persistence | Continually showing effort |
| Jr. Black Belt | Perseverance | Continuing no matter how hard it is |
You set the parameter at home they must accomplish, (i.e. for Effort keeping their shoe in the right place), for 30 days. When they have accomplished this tell the Instructor and they will recieve a free patch with the word on it. They are then presented in front of their entire class and applauded to help reinforce the process and task!
Attach them to either the sleeve or pant leg, the latter is the suggested area so that when it's T-Shirt season they can still wear them proudly. Taking pride in these traits will help reinforce it as part of their character.
They work and earn only one at a time as this enhances their ability to focus as well!
Make it simple so it is also fun and they will grow and learn at a much higher rate.
Remember it is interactive so really urge them on and congratulate them on each accomplishment! This will make them more responsive to positive input and eager for more.
When all 9 are collected the School presents them with a New Black Uniform that only those that have made all 9 can wear. This again reinforces the program as this is also presented in class in front of their peers. When they earn their Black Uniform (Gi), they can start the program over again for a special gift from the School.
All testing is done in class so no additional time is needed.
We also do not charge a testing fee for any Youth Tests.
