“Mari’s confidence continues to improve, along with her fitness level. All her teachers commented on it last week when we were at school for registration!” L. N.

“He has SO MUCH MORE CONFIDENCE.” C. S.

“She believes in herself a lot more.” Nora M.

“Maddie has learned to be more self-confident. Karate has taught her that she can do whatever she sets her mind to do. We are more than pleased.” Shawn Walker

“He has found a new confidence in himself.” G.

“Kyara was a very withdrawn child, and I’ve seen her not only become more outgoing but more aggressive. That’s great!” D. Johnson

“It has allowed Jaela to advance in the program. It also builds her confidence in wanting to perform better.” J. M.

“Confidence, respect, and dedication.” N. Ellis

“She tries to do things that she has not done before—has less fear.” M. M.

“He is standing taller, talking more, and is more self-assured.” C.

“It’s [Karate] helping her balance as wee as self-confidence!” L.A.

“He has learned to be more confident and to assert himself.” S.W.

“He is more concentrated on important things. He is also more self-confident.” S.R.

“Finn is very excited about karate and has started to do more things by himself. We are very proud of him!”

“It helps her with confidence—helps her feel coordinated. I think it’s helping improve her muscle tone as well.” -L. A.

“He has developed team spirit, confidence, and a sense of belonging.” M. C.

“Stevie has learned to be confident, caring, and proud of who he is and who he will become in his life.” V. Merholtz

“His confidence has improved and he has made new friends.” L. Kuhnley

“She is more assertive and not afraid of a challenge. Also she gives 100% effort.” R. Johnson, Jr.

“IKA has been extremely beneficial for Adrian’s confidence.” L. Moger

“He is excited about coming to class and is focused on learning. He is learning to perform in front of others instead of being upset and shy.” B. Palladino

“Her self-esteem and self-confidence has grown greatly.” R. Johnson

“Allie has conquered her shyness and has also found her balance since starting karate at IKA.” L. Moger

“Yes, it has. It has given her the belief to believe in herself.” M. Mason

“She is more sure of herself and more orderly.” G. Lubrano

“Given him more self-confidence and a little more self-discipline.” S. Raso

“Jack’s self-confidence and self-esteem have sky rocketed thanks to IKA.” P. Bender

“Araybia really enjoys taking martial arts. She’s been more focused since she started. Araybia has also changed from being so shy and withdrawn. She has more confidence now.” A. Harsley

“It has made her stronger! Improved balance and self-esteem. It has made her self-confidence shoot through the roof!” A. Meyers

“Better manners and self-esteem.” C. Deddens

“His confidence has improved. He follows directions at home with less resistance.” D. Hanowitz

“Helps her handle social conflicts at school. She has better confidence in herself.” L. Brown

“Martial arts has helped my son Stevie gain self-confidence, self-respect, and self-discipline for himself in all aspects of life including how and with friends and school.” V. M.

“Martial arts has helped my daughter have more confidence and understand respect.” N. Ellis

“Afenah has been more focus in her house and school work, and has more self-esteem in her activities, she tries now and not saying she can’t do it.” Mr. & Mrs. Ashby

“[Karate] has given him the self-confidence to know he can work toward and achieve a goal.” S. Raso

“Isaiah has shown improvement in that he takes the initiative more often and he has more self esteem.” M. S.

“Paul is more confident and better organized.” T. Morris

“Self-confidence, positive attitude, good leadership skills. These are benefits of martial arts.” L. Brown

“It has given Aiden more self-confidence and something that he feels pride in himself for doing well. He has also become more aware of his responsibilities and more spontaneous in being helpful on his own.” A. McDaniel

“Kyara is learning that she can do more than what she gives herself credit for as long as she gives a solid focused effort.” D. Johnson

“Martial arts has built a confidence in my child that she didn’t have before. It has taught her respect for others and herself.” J. M.

“Due to the patience and hard work of the staff at IKA, Andrew has shown great improvement and confidence not only in his karate training but in himself as a person. After one year of hard work, Andrew has truly grown.” Flores

“Martial arts has been such a great benefit to Stevie. He has grown to be a more thoughtful person. It has also helped him gain confidence in himself. He believes he can do anything.” V. Merholz

“Karate has been very helpful in so many ways. His attitude has changed to be very positive. He doesn’t hang his head down anymore.” M. Alexander

“Karate has taught my son to be independent, confident, and a very thoughtful person. He feels so proud of himself when he completes his karate and competes in the tournaments.” V. Merholz

“Casey loves karate! Her confidence has improved. This is the first ‘sport’ she has ‘stuck’ with.” T. Pipes

“It has helped her develop poise (performing in front of others). She is learning to focus and concentrate on the task at hand. Gaining self-confidence from doing something well is immeasurable. It helps develop the can do attitude. I believe that is how real self-esteem is achieved. One step at a time.” W. Wooldridge

“It has given him self-confidence and leadership skills.” S. Hurst

“Karate has helped Stevie’s confidence in himself. It has also helped him to associate with his peers and other children older than himself. It has also helped him attain a goal that may be difficult, but he has learned to keep on trying and not give up.” V. Merholz

“More focused, better self-esteem.” C. Deddens

“More confidence and focus.” J. Bailey

“Given him more confidence and self-control.” S. Reso

“Stevie has gained confidence in front of crowds. He also has better coordination and balance. He is also becoming stronger by practicing his moves.” V. Merholz

“It has increased her self-confidence and she is more respectful and well mannered.” C. Johnson

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