Welcome to the Exciting World of Martial Arts!
From our pre-school programs to our martial arts fitness programs, our instructors are dedicated to helping you and/or your family achieve your individual goals.
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Mercer Island Martial Arts
2557 76th Ave SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
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"This program builds confidence, self esteem, and good character for children.and complements the teaching of respect and discipline we have always tried to teach our children.it is by far the greatest program available for teaching children the martial arts."
Tom Eadie, Parent |
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Dear Parent,
If you are looking for increased confidence, discipline,
self-esteem, self-control, and athletic skills for your child, you have found the right place. Mercer Island and Mill Creek Martial Arts have been serving these communities since 1997, teaching adults and children a premier self-defense and fitness program as well as nurturing children like yours with character building tools found in martial arts. Tools such as respect for self and others, as well as building strong and healthy minds and bodies.
None of this would be possible without a qualified staff, and that is just what we have. We are Proud of our Instructors! Our instructors understand that our student's individual progress is the most important focus of their attention. That is why our instructors continue to be students themselves. They take classes, attend seminars and continually work to improve their ability to help our students reach their goals. Our instructors are well educated, well trained, nationally and internationally recognized, martial arts professionals. When we ask our young students to do well in school, we lead by example!
The following paragraphs will detail the benefits of martial arts that your child and the whole family can hope to attain once you join our program.
But don't just read it from us, see what others have to say about our program by clicking the link below.
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Why are Martial Arts so Popular?
Martial arts are so popular because no other activity can provide the same results as martial arts for each individual participant. Whether your goals are self-confidence, self-defense, personal development, fitness, flexibility or to earn a black belt, our school will take you there.
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"I have learned to set a good example for others and for myself. To teach and help others learn good habits, to respect the people around me, to have good techniques, protect myself from harm, have loud yells, discipline, cooperation, and never give up."
Frankie Velasco, 10 year old Black Belt Student |
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"I was immediately impressed when my son began tae kwon do 4 1/2 years ago. While he wanted to be a "ninja fighter" he has been taught about respect, goal setting, and perseverance. The instructors are naturals with dealing with these young kids"
Gail James, parent |
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Martial Arts are Great for Children
Parents today are recognizing that the public school system is not enough. Millions of 
parents are bringing martial arts, as we teach here, into their children's lives to supplement their education.
Carleton University, in a study reported in Psychology Today (January 1985), found that children in martial arts have a lower level of anxiety; an increased sense of responsibility; a decrease in the willingness to take foolish risks; a higher sense of self-esteem; higher level of social intelligence; and were less likely to be radical.
Parents report these five important benefits their children in our school experience:
1. Our reward system improves children's self-esteem
Martial arts are not like team sports because the emphasis is on developing the individual's self-esteem not the team's winning record. The belt system is the key. When kids earn their belts it gives them a great sense of accomplishment that really improves the way they feel about themselves.
2. Our program teaches children discipline
On of the things parents appreciate most about our classes is the improvement in their child's self-discipline. We have a wonderful staff of patient instructors who love to work with children, but are also very clear about limits. We enforce good rules of behavior in class, and we expect the same good behavior at home and in school.
3. Our activities channel children's aggression
Many doctors actually prescribed our school for treatment because of the positive outlet it gives the kids for all their energy.
4. Our confidence classes enhance children's self-esteem
We believe confidence is one of the most important things we can give kids. That's why every class we teach has confidence-building drills included.
5. Our program teaches children essential self-defense skills
Our program teaches practical, proven self-defense methods. We also teach the kids that the moves they learn in class will work, so they don't go home and try them on their sister, or neighbor.
Our Programs
We a have number of different programs to offer even the busiest students. From our martial arts for children and pre-school classes to our martial arts fitness, and black belt programs we have a program for everyone.
So, where do we go from here?
Register on line, or by phone to receive 2 free evaluation classes with a Master Instructor, and a free uniform.
Introductory Enrollment Guarantee
The staff and instructors here at Mercer Island & Mill Creek Martial Arts hereby promise every student that if for any reason during your 30-day introductory period, you feel our staff has not been professional, courteous, and always willing to help you or your child learn the material needed for advancement, or if you are not completely satisfied with our program for you or your child, we will refund any amount of your enrollment you feel is appropriate, up to 100 percent.
At Mercer Island & Mill Creek Martial Arts our success record speaks for itself. We strongly believe in serving each individual student and the specific needs he or she may have.
If you want a professional education center, to provide enjoyable Martial Arts training for you, your child, or your entire family . . .
then Mercer Island & Mill Creek Martial Arts is the school for you. We prove that by offering you this exclusive no-risk guarantee.
So don't wait any longer, register above or call us to make an appointment and take the first step toward the wonderful and rewarding world of Martial Arts!
CALL NOW!
Mercer Island Martial Arts
2557 76th Ave SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
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Yours truly,
MeLisa Turcott Strongheart and Master Krista Hall
Master Instructors
Proof That Martial Arts Training Helps Build Happier Kids
However, we don't just want you to take our word for it. In fact, there's plenty of solid research that proves martial arts training promotes better behavior and improved attitudes in school age children.
Here are just a few of the most recently published studies and articles describing the benefits of martial arts training for children:
- A 2001 study published in the psychology journal Adolescence showed a vast improvement in good behavior and a noticeable reduction in violent behavior among children who took martial arts classes for just 90 minutes a week.
- Another article published in Adolescence in 1998 described how martial arts programs decrease violent behavior in children and teens.
- A recent study published in the Journal of Applied Developmental Psychology showed that children who participated in martial art training had better behavior and higher scores on a mental math test.
- The Magazine for Physical Therapy praised martial art training as a helpful activity for special needs children.
- An article in the December 2002 issue of The International Journal of Contemporary Family Therapy recommended families take martial art classes because of the many positive effects martial arts training provides to family members.
As you can see, the evidence is conclusive - martial art training works! There is no other activity that has been proven to bring such a great improvement in the well-being of children. Now, just imagine what a difference our martial arts program will make in your own child's life.
So, don't wait any longer, give us a call now at any of our two locations to schedule your appointment!
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So, register now!
Register on line, or by phone to receive 2 free evaluation classes with a Master Instructor, and a free uniform.
