Frequently Asked Questions

Q: "Will I get hurt?"

Any physical activity can lead to injury -and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is no exception but because we place Such care in keeping you safe...

We hardly EVER see any injuries here We guide you through the perfect way to do each technique. That way you don't do it in a way that harms your body.

We also show you how to stretch properly reducing your chances for injury even more. And you go at your own pace. That way you don't force your body to do anything it isn't capable of.

Students who pick up on Brazilian Jiu Jitsu quickly are just as valued as the ones who need to slow down, and learn at a different pace.

Q: "Will this be really hard on my body? And is it violent?"

People who do Brazilian Jiu Jitsu are never never the ones to start fights. They're the ones who do everything in their power to avoid fights.

But if a fight has to happen, they're ready to defend themselves. So no, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is not violent. As far as your body goes... The exercise involved may be tough for you at first. But you're welcome to go at your own pace. This isn't the army or anything!

We're here to support you and see you succeed. It may be a little hard on your body, but not so hard as to cause injuries. Just hard enough tor a great, calorie-burning workout.

Q: "Do I have to be athletic or flexible or anything?"

Not at all! In fact, many of our students are people who just never liked any other sports.

They were never athletic before joining this class. Now, though, they're in better shape than just about anyone else they know! They're lean, fit, and feeling great.

So if you're not athletic already don't worry. We'll help you get there!

Q: “Do Martial Arts,  make kids violent?”

No way! Martial arts is about peace, harmony and diplomacy. It teaches children how to AVOID fights - not pick them.

Q: “Do kids get injured in Karate or Martial Arts?”

Sometimes. But the truth is, injuries are very, very rare here. We have a lot of measures in place to keep your child perfectly safe. In fact, safety is our #1 concern.

Q: “My child isn't athletic. Can they still participate in Martial Arts and Karate,  if they're not athletic?”

Absolutely. Martial Arts teaches kids to be coordinated, flexible and strong. Kids who don't naturally have these qualities develop them. Kids who do have these qualities grow them even more.

Q: “Are these Martial Arts classes fun?”

Yes!  After all, these children we're dealing with here and kids love their fun!  We do a variety of games, drills, and activities that have kids howling with laughter and constantly smiling.  We work hard here, but we also recognize the need to play hard.