PROGRAMS

Studying martial arts is ideal for young children. It provides them with an outlet for their energy. But, it also teaches them about respect, discipline, and other core values that will go with them beyond the Martial Arts. Junior martial arts classes teach kids to control their movements and behavior, and they’ll learn social skills and interaction at the same time.

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Why Martial Arts is Beneficial for you Kid

STUDYING MARTIAL ARTS BUILDS PHYSICAL COORDINATION AND CONTROL

A discipline, sport, art and way of life, the Martial Arts offers the student many unique benefits.


Young children who learn martial arts find out quickly that each movement must be intentional. They learn to control their movements to the best of their ability. They also practice hand-eye coordination and learn about their bodies.

YOUNG MARTIAL ARTS STUDENTS LEARN HOW TO FOCUS

Getting young kids to pay attention can feel like an impossible task. The structure of our martial arts classes shows kids the importance of focus and teaches them by having them apply it to easily achievable tasks.

The focus they learn in the Martial Arts is something they’ll take home – and into the classroom. That’s why kids who study martial arts tend to be good students, too.


We will help your child become a strong and productive member of society armed with character, strong self-discipline and a healthy self-image. Equipped with these positive attributes, your child will have the inner strength needed to avoid the many temptations children face today.

MARTIAL ARTS HELPS KIDS LEARN TO DEAL WITH FRUSTRATION

Martial arts instruction requires students to pursue goals to earn new belts. Young kids can easily become frustrated when they don’t get what they want, but studying martial arts helps them learn the power of persistence.

The physical activity in our classes also helps kids manage stress and anxiety by allowing them to burn it off in a safe and constructive way.


We place a special emphasis on the mental attributes of concentration, patience and self-control as we explore the physical principles of balance, timing and perfecting Martial Arts technique.

KIDS WHO STUDY MARTIAL ARTS LEARN GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP

Losing is not anybody’s idea of fun, but we all need to learn how to accept a defeat gracefully and move on. We teach students that losing is part of life – and it’s what you do after you lose that tells people who you are.

Even though martial arts is an individual sport, we cultivate an environment of supportive teamwork where students root for one another.


With a goal of successful practice and application in mind, each class consists of effective self defense training and drills, plus various exercise and stretching routines

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SPECIAL PROGRAMS OFFERED AT

Master Jim's Taekwondo Academy

LITTLE DRAGONS TAEKWONDO

Age 3 - 5 years

Advantages of Taekwondo :

  • Teaches Self-Defense.


  • Builds Confidence.


  • Hones Leadership Skills.


  • Develops Character.


  • Encourages Self-Discipline.


  • Promotes Healthy Body and Weight.

Why Taekwondo for Little Dragons :

Young kids’ eager minds grasp new ideas and techniques readily. Childhood is one of the best times to start on the path toward self-respect, respect for others, respect for healthy authority figures, as well as Physical Health and Emotional Balance.


Studying Taekwondo offers young kids the chance to develop both physically and emotionally—at once giving them an opportunity to reach their Peak potential.


Building reflexes to stand up to a threat is important for children. Learning self-defense maneuvers is a key skill that is developed by learning Taekwondo. When children are confronted by bullies, the techniques they learn in our school gives them the ability to Defend themselves.


While defensive encounters take skill, having the confidence to stand up to trouble is invaluable, especially for those who are at a malleable age. In Taekwondo classes, instructors provide continual encouragement and feedback, which, in combination, builds students’ Self-Confidence levels as well as proper technique.


As children progress and earn higher level belts, they serve as leaders for lower-level students, often assisting with coaching and offering support. Self-leadership is a concurrent side benefit.


In Taekwondo practice, constant repetition of various moves is performed in order to achieve perfection in skill. Kids learn that the only way to progress in classes is to punch or kick using correct technique and feats like these are only achievable through Self-Disciplined practice.


Children who embrace the Taekwondo learn to enrich their bodies with healthy foods and nutrients as well as the right amounts of physical activity. As these students grow into adulthood, their childhood taekwondo lessons will have piqued their interest in maintaining a Strong and Fit Lifestyle.

Kids Taekwondo

Age 6-12

Advantages of Taekwondo for kids :

  • Physical Coordination, Control and Focus.


  • Improves behaviour.


  • Sets goals & helps achieve them.


  • Develops Character.


  • Deal with Frustation and Learn good Sportmanship.


  • Help keep you safe from real-world dangers.

Why Taekwondo for Kids :

Young children who learn Takewondo find out quickly that each movement must be intentional. They learn to control their movements to the best of their ability. They also practice Hand-Eye Coordination and learn about their bodies. That means they’ll be less likely to be unintentionally destructive. Getting young kids to pay attention can feel like an impossible task. The structure of our martial arts classes shows kids the Importance of Focus and teaches them by having them apply it to easily achievable tasks. The focus they learn in the Taekwondo is something they’ll take home – and into the classroom. That’s why kids who study martial arts tend to be good students, too.


Martial arts instruction requires students to pursue goals to earn new belts. Young kids can easily become frustrated when they don’t get what they want, but studying martial arts helps them learn the Power of Persistence. The physical activity in our classes also helps kids manage stress and anxiety by allowing them to burn it off in a safe and constructive way. Losing is not anybody’s idea of fun, but we all need to learn how to accept a defeat gracefully and move on. We teach students that losing is part of life – and it’s what you do after you lose that tells people who you are. Even though Taekwondo is an individual sport, we cultivate an environment of Supportive Teamwork where students root for one another.


We understand the difficulties parents face in raising a child and design lessons to target these challenges. We’ve dealt with it all here and believe that the secret to your child’s development is a mix of rewarding physical activity and a focus on instilling essential life lessons. Through psychology, eastern wisdom practiced for generations, and patience, we help kids reach new heights of development. Rest assured knowing your child isn’t just benefiting from a fun physical activity, they’re also building skills such as Focus, Discipline, Respect, Empathy, Confidence, and more through their training.

Adult & Teen Taekwondo

Ages 13 & Up

Advantages of Taekwondo for Adults :

  • Improves Bone Health.


  • Peacefulness and mental balance.


  • Increases Self Confidence.


  • Strengthens Family Bonds.


  • Stress relief.


  • Improves reflexes and coordination.

Why Taekwondo for Adults :

Whether your goal is fitness, self improvement, or self defense, we’re confident that you’ll find what you’re looking for with our Adult Self Defense Program. Beginners can take solace in our easy to learn curriculum designed to teach self defense while embracing the Inner Strength within. The magic of martial arts is that it’s designed to accommodate everyone. Regardless of your size or experience, you’ll have everything you need to Defend Yourself in just a few sessions. Everything after that is just pure intensity, exercise and self development.


When you participate in Taekwondo classes, you undergo intense Cardiovascular Workouts. The intense workout stress the heart, leading to improvements in your Cardiovascular Health. Plus, high-intensity training sessions give practitioners an improved level of fitness, which lowers your heart rate and blood pressure. Taekwondo can be effective and good for both self-defense and a real-life fighting situation with it's equal drawbacks ie. Taekwondo techniques as well as the low stances and rigid footwork, which allows for quick and flexible movement, can be fairly effective in a real fight or for self-defense.


Every form of martial arts helps in increasing cardio-vascular health, helps you increase core strength through functional exercises, helps improve posture, and also helps you achieve improved Relaxation of Mind and Body. Taekwondo lessons can actually help you improve and overcome some perceived boundaries set by either your age or your physical state. Practicing Taekwondo gives you complete, total body Aerobic Training. When you engage in this training, you are utilizing incredible physical energy. As a result, Strength, Balance, Flexibility and Stamina increase proportionally to your dedication to the discipline. Also, the moves involve crossing the midline of the body, which has been proven to increase Proprioception and Brain health.

Black Belt Club Membership

Why Black Belt Club Membership :

Black Belt Club Membership is for all ages. It provides you with an outlet for energy. Learning Advanced Taekwondo will also help in achieving Fitness, Core Strength, Self Improvement and Self Defense. Advanced Taekwondo one of the best ways to lose or Burn Calories without your realizing it. It has a conducive exercise program that develops and enhances various fitness components, primarily the aerobic which improves your cardio. Experts state that it’d take two hours of exercise to burn approximately 1,000 calories. In order to relate calorie burning to Weight Loss, the simple equation is this – 3,600 calories is equal to a pound of fat. Therefore, burning such amount of calories indicates removing one pound of body fat.


Each time we spar or test our skills with a partner or opponent, we grow a little bit Stronger and become more Confident. This forges the Warrior Spirit within us to accept whatever challenges that may come our way. Advanced Taekwondo training can push your body to its limits. This ability to endure hardship and beat the odds forces the indomitable warrior spirit within you. Sparring sessions and competitions help you to conquer your self-doubt and engage with a sparring partner or competitor. Thus, you do not shy away from challenges and battles but welcome it as an opportunity to prove yourself. You are forging the warrior spirit every time you prepare for anything that may come in your way together with the determination to face it when it comes.

TESTIMONIALS

SUCCESSFUL STORIES

My daughter just started last week and it’s unbelievable the change in her self esteem. I’m so thankful to the amazing staff for helping her see her potential! A big thank you also to the student that helped ease her fears and showed her around, you’re a true gem!




-Casey Miles

My two boys love Master Jim and everyone they work with. They are always encouraging them to do and be better, great for my boys confidence!









-Katie Fisher

We can’t recommend Master Jim’s enough! His staff is always so caring and nice. Master Jim himself is incredibly patient, kind and does a great job of creating a rapport with students. He meets them where they are and encourages them to grow in such a positive way. My son has learned so much more than just Taekwondo since he started here.

-Lyndsey Rogers

Master Jim's Taekwondo Academy

Our classes are fun and are guaranteed to help improve your fitness. Contact us today to learn more about our classes, and discover how easy it is to join.

ABOUT US

A place where people of all ages and experience levels can come to enjoy the art of Taekwondo. Here, it's our mission to not only teach our students but instill in them a sense of discipline, growth, self-confidence, and self-respect.

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2418 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Copyright © 2022 Master Jim's Taekwondo Academy - All Rights Reserved.

ABOUT US

A place where people of all ages and experience levels can come to enjoy the art of Taekwondo. Here, it's our mission to not only teach our students but instill in them a sense of discipline, growth, self-confidence, and self-respect.

HAVE A QUESTIONS?

2418 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124

Copyright © 2022 Master Jim's Taekwondo Academy - All Rights Reserved.