There are currently 4 different programs.

- Black Belt Club (16yrs and Above)
- Karate Kids (7 to 15yrs)
- Weapon Training (7yrs and Above)

To get more information, scroll down and read more information on all the programs.                                 BLACK BELT CLUB (TEENS/ADULTS)The American Taekwondo Academy (ATA) Martial Arts Center has been founded with the philosphy that everyone can learn.  Taekwondo is an exciting and powerful martial art known for its dynamic kicking and hand techniques.  Although these martial art techniques are centuries old, our programs are always evoloving to keep pace with the rapidly changing world.

We realize that each student possesses different physical abilities.  Size and strength vary with each individual.  Once you have acquired a strong foundation in the basics, our program will ehanace your physical capabilities and maximize your self defense skills.  You will understand exactly what it takes, mentally and physically, to defend yourself or your loved ones should the need ever arise.

At  American Taekwondo Academy Martial Arts Center, we are not interested in just teaching self defense, we are interested in the complete personal development of each student.  Individual attention is a feature of each and every class, allowing all students to progress quickly and confidently toward their personal goals.  Our instructors take their responsibility seriously as role models for younger students, teaching them the improtance of strong character, leadership and good values.

The Teaching curriculum at the American Taekwondo Academy Martial Arts Center is based on two concepts: "positive mental attitude" and "high goal setting."  We feel so positive about this program that we promise to give you and your family the most professional, well supervised and the highest quality classes available in and sport or art.

                         "Preparing You for Your Black Belt in Life                               KARATE KIDS (7YRS - 12YRS)There are many reasons for kids to become involved in the Martial Arts.  We have developed a program based on traditional Taekwondo for kids called Karate Kids.  The Karate Kids system is based on a lifetime learning concept in addition to technical skills.  The Building blocks for our system are out Life Skills we teach and expect students to follow in/out of class:

                                              Goals
                                           Friendship
                                         Perseverance
                                         Self-Discipline
                                           Confidence
                                       Self-Improvment
                                            Courtesy
                                        Self Awareness
                                            Respect
                                            Integrity
                                          Self-Esteem
                                           Dedication
                                        WEAPON TRAINING (7YRS-OLDER)Under the direction of Master Instructor, Mike Edelson, provides advanced martial arts training for students of all levels.  Programs are used to improve hand eye cordination and personal defense.  Weapon mid-terms are a part of Black Belt rank advancement.

Single/Double Nunchaku
Single/Double Staff                                                                                       Bo Staff                                                                                      Kama's                                                                                                Knife/Gun Defense                                                                                  Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT)                                                    Joint Manipulation