Students and enthusiasts of the Martial Arts have many reasons for their interest in this type of training. Some are drawn to the physical fitness and weight-loss aspects of training, and others seek to add discipline and self control to their lives. Even more are concerned about safety and self-defense. Parents want to give their children a head start in life by giving their children not only the physical fitness and self-defense part of the Martial Arts, but the character building aspects and life lessons that so many children need to get ahead in this world.

Whether you are interested in our programs for mental or physical well being, Breakthru Martial Arts offers a number of programs that will fit your developmental needs and your busy schedule as well.

The Kid Fit Cardio™ is the first program of its kind. This unique program combines fitness and martial arts in a fun environment where kids of any fitness level can have fun, lose weight, improve speed, agility, flexibility, strength and gain confidence in themselves.

The program was developed to be non-competitive meaning that this is an individual class and at no time will the children be competing against one another. Kid Fit Cardio™ is also non-sport-specific which means that at no time will a specific sportÕs skill set to be taught or will children be expected to participate in organized games.

The children participating will be athletes and non-athletes alike, fit and unfit kids side by side. The exercises involved in the classes include stretching, running, jumping, push-ups, sit-ups, kicking and punching all in an effort to increase the heart rate and improve fitness levels. Exercise is a great means for kids to increase energy, decrease stress, make new friends and gain self-esteem all in a fun, structured environment with certified instructors. Athletes love the program as a means of improving overall conditioning, while others enjoy the non-competitive aspect.

It is more challenging than ever to be a teenager in America. Fear and distractions seem to be at an all-time high, and our media-savvy kids are well aware of it. Our program strives to provide our teens with the self-confidence and focus they need to make it in today's world. Breakthru Martial Arts is a safe and positive environment, providing a fun activity driven atmosphere where those with common interests can join together in physically rewarding and mentally challenging activities.

They also develop positive character traits such as perseverance, goal-setting, honor and discipline. Teens find that our martial arts program is high energy, exciting, and motivating. Students will enjoy the workout as well as the life long friendships that are built exercising and training with people who have similar goals

We all face many challenges every day. When we were growing up, we thought life would get so much easier when we became and adult. We came to find out that all that freedom we thought we were getting came with its own set of responsibilities as well. The primary challenge we all face now is this: how do I juggle everything in my life (job, kids, etc.) and still take care of myself?

For a growing number of people, the Martial Arts provide the answer. Whether you are interested in physical fitness, self-defense, or even just an athletic social outlet, Breakthru Martial Arts is a safe and positive environment, providing a fun activity-driven atmosphere where those with common interests can join together in physically rewarding and mentally challenging activities. For many of our students, the time that they spend in class is an oasis in the middle of their lives where they can focus on themselves without feeling selfish or guilty.

Breakthru Martial Arts is the proud sponsor of the Kitakan Dojo and the classical Japanese martial system of Shindo Yoshin ryu. Takamura ha Shindo Yoshin ryu is correctly considered a sogo bujutsu or comprehensive martial arts tradition. Teachings of the school include both classical weaponry and empty handed applications, studies that were historically embraced by the warrior class of feudal Japan.

Enrollment into our Shindo Yoshin ryu classes is limited and available to individuals with previous martial arts experience and an interest in the study of Koryu.

Our Personal Safety Courses can benefit anyone regardless of size, shape or gender. Our courses have attracted the masses due to the fact that they are easy to learn, retain and apply. We offer workshops and seminars in Child Safety, Stranger Danger, Bully Busters, Teen and College Bound Kids Programs, WomenÕs Self Defense and Street Safety.

Our "Know and Go"™ programs targets children ages 5 and above. Know & Go 1 focuses on dangerous sounds that can relate to dangerous situations. Children are taught in a friendly, safe and fun environment to recognize specific sounds that can lead to unintentional or intentional dangerous situations. Know & Go 2 teaches parents and children about friendly strangers and child abductions. This course uses an empowering circuit training format mixed with role-playing scenarios that focus strictly on teaching children how to be more aware of their surroundings and what to do if....

TeenSafe™ is our specialized program focuses on a broad spectrum of personal safety issues reinforced with basic self-escape maneuvers designed for teens. Scenario-based training combined with easy-to-apply leverage-based techniques makes this course a must for ALL teenagers. Think of the added confidence your teen will have, especially if they are going away to camp, traveling about, attending college or just being out and about!

Training for Life™ is the ultimate personal protection course based on self-escape techniques for men and women of all ages. The course is tailored to everyday people, with techniques you can learn and adopt regardless of your age, size or gender. Empower yourself and attain a higher level of self-confidence with this one-of-a-kind personal protection course that will teach you life-saving skills.