In the U.S., “Karate” has become a generic term used to describe the art of self-protection.
Technically, the appropriate word is martial arts. Martial Arts were established and developed over thousands of years.
Within the martial arts, there are many different disciplines. Karate which was from Japan, Kung Fu from China, Judo also from Japan, Tae Kwon Do from Korea, are few of the more popular forms currently being studied in the U.S. Each style offers something unique and challenging.
The style taught at U.S. Martial Arts Academy Ltd. comes from the Chinese martial arts family known as Kuo Shu or Kung Fu.
We teach Tien Shan Pai Kung Fu which originated in north western China. Students learn kicking, striking, blocking, rolling, falling, throwing, grappling, sweeping, and weapons training. We also teach the Yang style of Tai Chi Chuan, one of the internal styles of Kuo Shu. Click for more information on our martial arts programs.
Martial Arts Training Benefits
Upon beginning martial arts training, students learn the science of protecting themselves. Martial arts training actually offers much more. Ultimately martial arts training forges a focused, disciplined mind. Concentration, self-disciplined and self-confidence are the values that have been attributed to the martial arts reputation, world-wide. For youngsters, martial arts instills self-control and self-confidence. It also assist developing positive learning habits that can be applied at home and at school.
For adults, self-protection and physical health are two primary reasons to study. Martial arts constantly provides new challenges for one’s body and mind.
