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Butter

 We have children in our Little Dragons program that started when they were 3 years old. Children develop at different speeds and some children are ready at 3 while others are ready at 4 years of age or a little older. 

How old does my Child have to be to start martial arts?
 

How old does my Child have to be to start martial arts?
 

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 Our classes have great student to instructor ratios. The exact ratio varies from class to class, but the maximum number of students per instructor is 7 to 1 for children 3-4 years of age and 9-1 for students 5-12 years of age. That's the maximum, but most of our classes have an average of 5 students per Instructor. 

What is the Student to Instructor ratio in your class classes? 

What is the Student to Instructor ratio in your class classes?
 

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 Yes!  Karate is a great way to improve your health and overall physical fitness, no matter what your starting point is. Our personalized curriculum allows students to progress at their own pace, making our programs ideal for people of all ages and skill levels as well as those in less than ideal physical shape. 

Can I take Martial Arts classes if I am not in good shape, not very athletic, and have no experience? 

Can I take Martial Arts classes if I am not in good shape, not very athletic, and have no experience?
 

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 Absolutely! When IMA was first founded 20 years ago, one of Grand Master Paul’s goals was to encourage family martial arts training by using his own family as an example of just how rewarding it can be. IMA offers a family-friendly martial arts environment that is perfect for children, adults and the entire family. 

Can parents take classes with their children?

Can parents take classes with their children?
 

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Every child has what it takes to be good at martial arts because in martial arts they are not trying to beat or compare themselves with anyone else. The character development aspects of martial arts is just as important if not more important than the physical aspects. We build Black Belts from the inside out and children can achieve anything they set their minds to when they are confident. 

My child has never been good at traditional sports, why is this any different?

My child has never been good at traditional sports, why is this any different?
 

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Children have a much greater chance of getting hurt playing football than martial arts. Many students train for years without ever receiving a single injury. Injuries can and do occur on rare occasions, but your child’s safety is always our #1 concern. We use thick padded floor matting, safety gear and follow a strict set of rule and regulations for students as well as instructors

Can my child get hurt doing martial arts?

Can my child get hurt doing martial arts?
 

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Butter

Not a chance. From day one, we teach our students to use common sense and how to avoid conflict with peaceful, non-aggressive solutions. Should your child be confronted with an aggressive situation that can’t be resolved peacefully, he or she will at least have the basic martial arts skills to defend themselves.

Will martial arts training make my child overly aggressive?

Will martial arts training make my child overly aggressive?
 

3 cups

Blueberries

3 cups

Flour

1 cup

Sugar

2 tsp.

Oil

2 tbsp.

Salt

1½ cups

Butter

Not a chance. From day one, we teach our students to use common sense and how to avoid conflict with peaceful, non-aggressive solutions. Should your child be confronted with an aggressive situation that can’t be resolved peacefully, he or she will at least have the basic martial arts skills to defend themselves.

Will martial arts training make my child overly aggressive?

Will martial arts training make my child overly aggressive?