Virginia Beach Martial Arts Press Release

February 7, 2010

Reasons to Consider Martial Arts Training at:
Changing Lives ATA Martial Arts in Virginia Beach and Chesapeake, Virginia.
 
The martial arts attract many different types of people for many different types of reasons. Some people pursue the arts as a new hobby, some for health reasons and others for self-defense. Whatever the reason, there are many things to consider when making the decision to join a class. To get the most out of training, make a list of your goals and desires, and then explore your options to find a class that aligns with those goals. Below are some common reasons for exploring the martial arts.

Self-Defense

Nothing takes the place of the secure feeling when you know you can defend yourself if you have to. Learning these skills in a safe environment can be a rewarding way to raise your self-esteem, confidence and feeling of control while toning your body. CLMA martial art schools offer programs specifically for women and law enforcement in addition to their core curriculum. Taekwondo, (Tae Kwon Do) Krav Maga, Karate For Kids, Martial Arts for Teens and Adults, and Reality Based Training.

Fitness

Whether you’re looking to lose weight, strengthen muscles or just become more active, martial arts workouts can be fun and challenging. The training also improves endurance, coordination and balance. Many athletes choose to supplement other sports activities with martial arts to improve their overall performance.

Stay Challenged

CLMA Martial arts workouts are always challenging, so you’ll never get bored. There’s always a new goal to reach and a new level to achieve. Mastering new techniques challenges your mind as much as doing different exercises strengthens various parts of your body. Many people prefer the variety of martial arts workouts over the monotony of exercise videos or other training.

Self-Awareness and Humility

CLMA Martial arts training requires connection between the mind and body. This requires you to be very aware of your body and abilities. Many students also learn humility by learning to respect the talents and abilities of other classmates. Humility reduces over-competition found in other sports and keeps people safe in training.

Stress Reduction

Because it requires both mental and physical efforts, martial arts training is a great way to relieve stress. It requires you to concentrate and forget about everyday worries. Other benefits include learning proper breathing techniques, which improves circulation. Punching, kicking and striking exercises permit a controlled release of tension and aggression.

“Video’s, Internet based sites, and books will never replace the actual training that will take place in a professional structured class”, states; Master Instructor, Senior Master Thomas a 7th degree certified Instructor in the ATA and Krav Maga.  He states; “it’s about staying motivated with a mentor and/or Instructor that has built a rapport with his or her students. Motivation is hard to come by after a hard day at work. Instructors will help re-energize and instill the confidence needed in student so they don’t’ become a target in our community”.

To learn more about Master Tracy Lee Thomas and the Changing Lives Martial Arts, visit http://www.atakick.com for more information.  Phone: 757-471-9002  All four locations offer a FREE 3 DAY COURSE to community members.
 
Many styles of mixed martial arts such as; Kung Fu, Karate, MMA Fighter style training that is safe and fun (as seen on Mixed Martial Arts Fighting, Cage Training and MMA Video’s), Kick Boxing, Self Defense, Fighting Styles, and Krav Maga, have been incorporated into the ATA’s program by Grand Master Soon Ho Lee’s Taekwondo. Grand Master is a Champion Taekwondo Martial Arts Master in America and is recognized as a U.S. Taekwondo leader. Martial Arts Movies have shown the various Martial Arts techniques that ATA Utilizes in classes in Virginia Beach. While the Traditional Taekwondo programs utilize a Taekwondo style uniform the Krav Maga utilizes a line of Mixed Martial Arts Fight Wear, MMA Apparel and MMA clothing for the student uniform.

CLMA Martial Arts
P.O. Box 68820
Virginia Beach, Virginia
23471
Website address: www.atakick.com
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Headquarters: 757-471-9022