Order of Isshinryu, 1101 E Pulaski Hwy, Elkton, MD 21921, US

HistorySince 1986, the Korean Martial Arts Institute has been on the cutting edge of martial arts instruction. By providing knowledgeable, welcoming and caring instructors in state of the art facilities, KMAI has grown from one small studio in Newport to eight karate schools located throughout Delaware, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. KMAI helped to pioneer the World Tang Soo Do Associations pre-school karate education program. It's now recognized worldwide in over 30 countries. Our family-friendly programs here in Newark, DE help make learning martial arts available to everyone, not just the athletically-inclined minority. With programs designed to benefit everyone, regardless of age or fitness level, our Newark students range in age from 4 to 74.SpecialtiesSelf-defense is the bare minimum your child will walk away with in our martial arts classes. Through setting goals and advancing through the martial arts ranking system - your child will develop ambition, drive and determination. Through practicing their moves, they'll learn discipline, and the value in hard work. And by paying attention in class, and respecting their instructors and fellow students, they'll learn patience, respect and courtesy. These qualities will stay with them for life, helping them grow into strong, responsible, caring adults. Click to learn more, and read what other parents are saying about our amazing martial arts classes for kids. Many children even experience better grades, much better behavior, and a great, healthy boost in self-esteem.