A FAMILY THAT KICKS TOGETHER STICKS TOGETHER: 5 REASONS TO JOIN A FAMILY MARTIAL ARTS PROGRAM
Finding family activities that satisfy the adults and the children of varying ages can be a challenge. What excites your 6-year-old is likely to bore your 12-year-old – and vice versa.
There’s one exception that we know of – and that’s the USKSA Family Martial Arts Program! Our family program focuses on character development for every age.
Studying and practicing martial arts is fun for people of all ages. It’s a great way to learn something new, get in shape, and discover common ground with your family. The deep connections you’ll develop as you identify and conquer goals, together, will be for a lifetime! Read some of the many benefits of practicing martial arts as a family.
1. Making Health & Wellness a Priority is Good for the Whole Family
Parents sometimes struggle to make time in their busy schedules for exercise. While at the same time, many kids would be content spending their days sitting in front of video games and YouTube.
The solution?
Enrolling the entire family in the Family martial arts program at US Kuo Shu Academy! As parents, we set a great example by practicing what we preach about exercise. Kids will have a chance to burn off some of the excess energy, and the whole family can improve their health and wellness by getting regular workouts.
2. Finding Common Ground Brings Us Closer
When we do things together as a family, we build strong bonds that bring us closer. In family martial arts, we all train as a group and pursue similar goals. In your free time, you’ll be able to talk about what you’ve learned. You may decide to practice together as a family at home – and you can attend competitions or go see the latest martial arts movie together. These things can all help you find common ground with one another. BONUS: a common ground that is not rooted in screen time!
3. Character Development Programs Improve Interpersonal Relationships
Character development is the core of what we learn in class. Our expert instructors use the martial arts as a vehicle to teach self-discipline, respect, confidence, and focus. We go far beyond the physical movements you’ll be working to master. In fact, practicing self-control, courtesy, and persistence will help you in every area of your life. Families who study martial arts together find that their ability to focus on what’s important improves as a result. You’ll all learn to be aware of each other’s needs and to respect one another. Those are important lessons for kids, siblings, and parents.
4. Keep the Family Close
As children grow older, they gain more independence. While this is the desired result of raising children, it can be challenging to find time together as a family. Everyone has their own activities, their own interests, and their own friends. By the time you hit the teenage years, the kids spend most of their time out of the house or in their bedroom. Adding this fun, regularly scheduled bit of family time to your lives can be a wonderful way to stay tuned in to each other.
5. Practicing Martial Arts is Fun!
Family activities should always be fun, and martial arts classes are! At USKSA, martial arts class is a social event combined with a great workout. Enjoy making friends with like-minded families. We often learn about lifelong friendships made right here in Marriottsville and Owings Mills!
We get a boost of feel-good hormones after class and the whole family will be smiling. Kids who might balk at doing a “boring” family activity will look forward to learning how to execute perfect kicks and punches or break a board with their fists. You won’t have to worry about whether the whole family will enjoy studying martial arts – they will!
Make family time a priority. Sign up today for family martial arts at US Kuo Shu Academy, you won’t regret it.
What Others Say About us!
One of the Finest Chinese Martial Arts Schools in the Country
Some of the best competitors and teachers that I've ever met come from this fine school. It has a tradition of excellence in all they do. Grandmaster Huang, Chien-Liang and the US Kuo Shu Academy build champions with integrity.
Nelson Ferriera
The School has Transformed my Life.
The school has transformed my life and made me a better man body and soul. It's really special to witness the transformation of the the youth at the school as well. The staff at the school really care about the students and each other. This is all so vital to our youth for they are the future of things to come.
Bruce Seward
USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it’s a lifestyle
How lucky it was, that we stopped by USKSA. Instantly it becomes an irreplaceable part of life. And not just for my daughter, mine as well, since I became a student too. USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it is a lifestyle. It is a family. The school changed my life I can proudly say: I am a better person now, stronger (mentally and physically), even happier than I've been before I joined the USKSA. There is not enough good words to say. Thank you.
Alex Reznikov
I am learning how to be a Better Person
I am proud to study at US Kuo Shu Academy for Three Main Reasons. The instructors provide superior quality teaching and have in-depth knowledge of martial arts principles The genuine passion for teaching authentic martial arts, The sincere attitude that permeates every class that I am not just learning how to be a better martial artist, I am learning how to be a better person.
Steve Smith
Made me healthier physically and mentally and more focused & organized at work
It has helped me keep my sanity! Made me healthier physically and mentally and more focused and organized at work. I am a better person, writer, and mother because of my experiences at USKSA. And it's been the "village" that has helped my sons learn about values and character and hard work. If you want to change your life for the better, if you want to give your children tools...then this is the place.
Xylia Hall
Nothing Short of Amazing
The US Kuo Shu Academy is an amazing, traditional martial arts school with stellar instructors and an incredibly well-developed curriculum. My experience there - both at Owings Mills and in Marriottsville - has been nothing short of amazing. The Tai Chi program provides an incredibly layered experience that combines both the meditative/health aspects of Tai Chi, along with the martial aspects of the form. They truly care about their students, and provide expertise and support in an environment that is both caring and rigorous. Whether your interest in Tai Chi or Kung Fu, meditation or martial practice, this is the place to be.
Margaret Boas
I’ve gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized
My association with this system began 7 years ago. My only goal at the time was to have a form of exercise in my life that didn't bore me. I was very overweight and was in desperate needs of getting in shape. In addition to helping me lose over 100 lbs, I've gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized was missing from my life. I've made friendships that will last the rest of my life. I've been mentored by some amazing people, and I've had the great honor to mentor some amazing people.
Jeramy Hansen
I’ve gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized
My association with this system began 7 years ago. My only goal at the time was to have a form of exercise in my life that didn't bore me. I was very overweight and was in desperate needs of getting in shape. In addition to helping me lose over 100 lbs, I've gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized was missing from my life. I've made friendships that will last the rest of my life. I've been mentored by some amazing people, and I've had the great honor to mentor some amazing people. Joining US Kuo Shu Academy was one of the best decisions I've ever made.
Jeramy Hansen
Nothing Short of Amazing
The US Kuo Shu Academy is an amazing, traditional martial arts school with stellar instructors and an incredibly well-developed curriculum. My experience there - both at Owings Mills and in Marriottsville - has been nothing short of amazing. The Tai Chi program provides an incredibly layered experience that combines both the meditative/health aspects of Tai Chi, along with the martial aspects of the form. They truly care about their students, and provide expertise and support in an environment that is both caring and rigorous. Whether your interest in Tai Chi or Kung Fu, meditation or martial practice, this is the place to be.
Margaret Boas
I am learning how to be a Better Person
I am proud to study at US Kuo Shu Academy for Three Main Reasons. The instructors provide superior quality teaching and have in-depth knowledge of martial arts principles The genuine passion for teaching authentic martial arts, The sincere attitude that permeates every class that I am not just learning how to be a better martial artist, I am learning how to be a better person.
USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it’s a lifestyle
How lucky it was, that we stopped by USKSA. Instantly it becomes an irreplaceable part of life. And not just for my daughter, mine as well, since I became a student too. USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it is a lifestyle. It is a family. The school changed my life I can proudly say: I am a better person now, stronger (mentally and physically), even happier than I've been before I joined the USKSA. There is not enough good words to say. Thank you.
Alex Reznikov
The School has Transformed my Life
The school has transformed my life and made me a better man body and soul. It's really special to witness the transformation of the the youth at the school as well. The staff at the school really care about the students and each other. This is all so vital to our youth for they are the future of things to come.
Bruce Seward
One of the Finest Chinese Martial Arts Schools in the Country
Some of the best competitors and teachers that I've ever met come from this fine school. It has a tradition of excellence in all they do. Grandmaster Huang, Chien-Liang and the US Kuo Shu Academy build champions with integrity.
Nelson Ferriera
The Best School of Martial Arts
My children have been students for more than 4 years now and they love this school of martial arts. US Kuo Shu Academy is their second home, learning not just Kung Fu but also developing one’s character as a good, responsible, respectful and disciplined citizen. Thank you very much Grandmaster Huang. Master Michael Hung and all the teachers and students for making this place the best school of martial arts.