Personal Development

A Youth & Family Sport
People often think that martial arts is about fighting, but that’s not what we emphasize at SMS Martial Arts Academy. Instead, we focus on the personal development aspects of martial arts because that’s why most people participate.
Almost half of the 6 million participants in martial arts are children ages 6-17, according to statistics from the SGMA.  And it’s not unusual for the whole family to get involved — about one-third of the students are adults.

It's A Great Workout

Build Self Confidence In A Challenging Environment
Make no mistake. Martial arts is a great workout! It is a total body workout — your stamina, muscle tone, flexibility, balance and strength will all show signs of improvement. By learning these skills and improving your physical condition, you become more comfortable in all situations — whether you’re in danger or simply doing a task that takes you beyond your comfort zone. ​
Students have a new sense of self confidence, making them virtually “bully proof.” From the very first day of class, students are challenged to think as much as they act. Learning the forms and movements reinforces working memory. That’s why the Mayo Clinic specifically counts the martial arts of karate and taekwondo among the effective therapies for ADD and ADHD. 

Self Leadership & Maturity

Stress Relief
Martial arts strongly emphasize self discipline and self control as a core component of its teachings. Self leadership and the ability to deal with others in a mature way is the result. ​​Honesty, courtesy, integrity, perseverance and excellence are some curriculum areas of focus. These qualities help both children and adults become great leaders.
Kicking, punching and screaming are a great release, no matter what your age. Our mission at SMS Martial Arts Academy is building strong minds and bodies, and our students range in age from 3 to 80.
• Increased Social Skills
• Increased Balance
• Enhanced Self Esteem
• Stress Relief
•Reduced Aggression
•Reduced Joint Discomfort
•Better Weight Control
•Improved Mental Discipline
•Improved Physical Fitness
•Improved Coordination
•Increased Focus
•Increased Concentration
More Self Discipline, A Better Working Body, A Sharper, More Focused Mind, A Stronger Sense Of Self Confidence, & The Ability To Physically Defend Yourself - Who Wouldn’t Want These Things For Themselves?