HONESTY
COURTESY
INTEGRITY
SELF-CONTROL
PERSEVERANCE
INDOMITABLE SPIRIT
Quality martial arts instruction for kids, teens and adults.
TANG SOO DO
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS & SELF-DEFENSE
KING ACADEMY OF MARTIAL ARTS & SELF DEFENSE (K.A.M.A.S.)
We are committed to delivering quality martial arts instruction to students of all ages across a wide variety of traditional and contemporary training disciplines. Our certified instructors provide structured, age-appropriate training for children, teens, and adult students that is credentialed through the world’s leading traditional martial arts associations in Tang Soo Do and Mixed Martial Arts/Self-Defense. We make it a priority to provide a positive and lasting impact on each and everyone of our students to ensure that their individual goals are recognized. We are most fortunate to have an exceptional community of students and parents that appreciate our approach to enriching the physical, mental and spiritual growth of students through the study of the martial arts.
With a teaching/training curriculum that is credentialed and affiliated with the world’s leading traditional martial arts associations, KAMAS teaches traditional martial arts, taught by certified instructors. We train in a positive environment that is conducive for instilling the key characteristics of honesty, courtesy, integrity, self-control, perseverance and indomitable spirit in all our students — regardless of age, skill level, or physical ability.
New students are encouraged to participate in an unlimited number of classes during our FREE one week trial membership. We train across all age appropriate disciplines (Tang Soo Do, Self-Defense). Limited to new students only and a single trial per person.
Please call (203) 304-1171 for more information.
SCHEDULE
CLASSES
KARATE KIDS (5-10 YEARS)
The Karate Kids Program at KAMAS is based on the teachings of the legendary Grand Master Richard Byrne. As such, students in this program are guided and challenged in the basic principles of the art of Tang Soo Do and through the dedicated instruction provided by Master King. Emphasis is placed on enhancing each student’s physical, mental, and social development. The underlining principles of conduct of Tang Soo Do (honesty, courtesy, integrity, self-control, perseverance, and indomitable spirit) are solidified within this program and all students quickly assimilate to these virtues, which influence the positive life skills and characteristics of discipline and self-confidence. The techniques taught inclusive of all kicks, strikes, blocks, stances, forms, sparring, and self-defense are aligned to the traditional teachings of Tang Soo Do. The underline value of this program is recognized through the diligence of Master King to provide individualized attention to each student which is further complimented by the active influence senior instructors contribute to the student bodies’ journey and growth in the art.
JUNIORS (11-13 YEARS)
The Junior Program at KAMAS is based on the teachings of the legendary Grand Master Richard Byrne. As such, students in this program are guided and challenged in the basic principles of the art of Tang Soo Do and through the dedicated instruction provided by Master King. Emphasis is placed on enhancing each student’s physical, mental, and social development. Age appropriate fitness drills are intensified at this level of study to enhance the level of physical fitness of all students. Real-world, practical approaches to self-defense are introduced to support the student’s understanding of social values and conduct. The underlining principles of conduct of Tang Soo Do (honesty, courtesy, integrity, self-control, perseverance, and indomitable spirit) are further solidified within this program and all students quickly assimilate to these virtues, which influence the positive life skills and characteristics of discipline, self-confidence, self-control, and mental acuity. The techniques taught inclusive of all kicks, strikes, blocks, stances, forms, sparring, and self-defense are aligned to the traditional teachings of Tang Soo Do. The underline value of this program is recognized through the diligence of Master King to provide individualized attention to each student which is further complimented by the active influence senior instructors contribute to the student bodies’ journey and growth in the art.
ADULTS (14 YEARS & UP)
The Adult Program at KAMAS is based on the teachings of legendary Grand Master Richard Byrne. As such, students in this program are guided and challenged in the basic principles of the art and through the dedicated instruction provided by Master King. Class dynamics range from high-ranking teenagers to beginner senior citizens. Each class is filled with dynamic exercises to satisfy students of all ages and skills and maintains a level of energy and learning that is unparalleled to any other program. The teachings of Master King provide each student with personalized attention and reinforce the guiding principals of martial arts, specifically: honor, humility, leadership, and respect. The virtue of discipline is strongly introduced at this level of instruction to influence the growth of mind, body, and spirit in the way that only martial arts can achieve. So whether you seek advanced knowledge for promotion to Cho Dan (1st Degree Black Belt) and beyond, or are interested in getting physically and mentally “fit” the Adult Program at KAMAS has plenty to offer you.
ADULT FITNESS THROUGH SELF DEFENSE
Get in shape, lose weight, gain strength and flexibility in a fun, dynamic, self-paced training environment. Class instruction by Master King and Master Jelendo Wallace.