BUILD YOUR CHILD’S CONFIDENCE WITH MARTIAL ARTS
Our small, individualized classes allow kids and teens to learn at their own pace and grow their confidence while making lasting friendships. Your child will feel included, welcomed and valued as they are.
We incorporate the elements of empowerment self-defense into our kids and teen classes, encouraging young people to trust their instincts, leave or get help from a trusted adult if they can, and if given no alternative, to yell or physically fight back if needed to keep themselves safe.
If you aspire for your child to earn a black belt, please note that at Underground Self-Defense we have one standard for black belt – the adult standard. A very small number of exceptional young people have achieved this milestone with us at age 13, but it is much more common to expect this in the later years of high school. Regardless of the rank they achieve, your child will receive a high quality martial arts education here.
We partner with Children’s Long-Term Support (CLTS) to make our classes more accessible for children and youth with disabilities. We are highly experienced supporting children with diagnosed autism and/or ADHD. We employ current best practices in supporting positive behavior and teaching social-emotional skills within our programs. We embrace all forms of diversity at Underground Self-Defense.
KUNG FU KRITTERS (4-7)
Saturdays 9:30-10am
Space available! New students can begin at any time.
Kung Fu Kritters helps young kids have fun and feel strong while developing gross motor skills and growth mindset. New students can start any time.
Every two months, we cycle through a new kung fu animal with a special themed belt that will excite your child’s imagination.
Our instructors work with families to decide when the time is right for a child to transition to Kids SKK (age ranges can be flexible).
July/August animal: Crane. (Blue belt w/ white stripe.) This animal’s coloring sheet here.
KIDS SKK (7-13)
Saturdays 10-11am
Thursdays 4:15-5:15pm
In Kids SKK (7-13), we teach self-defense, forms and sparring and practice the values of respect, self-discipline and self-control.
Students are invited to test for higher belts as they show readiness.
TEEN SKK (13-17)
Wednesdays 5-6pm
You don’t have to start as a young kid! Beginners are welcome in our Teen SKK class. Martial arts is a great activity for teens who may not be into team sports but still want to develop confidence and athleticism. Plus, you will learn practical self-defense skills while having fun and making friends.
Teens are welcome to join our Adult SKK classes as well, although we encourage these students to participate in the Teen SKK class as a home base.