“Sensei Dan & Sempai Mary, we love how much you vary your approach to the same material for each training session. Also, you both are so engaging and enthusiastic about what you do. It is so motivating for your students! This experience has been so important for Kelly and we hope she continues to make Karate a part of her life. In a world of MTV & instant gratification, you are daily showing the kids that if they are dedicated and work hard, they can earn respect (so empowering for a child!) from their sensei & sempai and also self-respect for a job well done. You show the kids you appreciate them not by lavishing them with praise, but by your energy and body language, which to me seems so much more meaningful. I have seen a difference in Kelly since she started this program. She is so much more willing to tackle challenging tasks at school and at home because she knows she can accomplish more than she thought possible if she works hard at it.
Thank you!!”
“We're still loving every part of the program!”
"Sensei, I really appreciate the way you integrate the character traits into your training. The traits aren't just definitions to words your students have to memorize before a belt test. The way you incorporate them into your lessons gives your students the opportunity to reflect on the real meaning of the traits. This reflection is playing a big role in forming who Kelly is and how she looks at the world." 10/16/09
- Betsy & John
“I love the continual learning – I am always learning new things or improving things I think I know.”
“I like the positive attitude of everyone.”
"I like the different styles."
"I continue to be challenged."
"I like the diversity and learning." 10/22/09
- John
“Sage has fun in the program & I like to see the lessons progress to fit his growth. We have been very happy at USAMA.”
“The program is very family oriented. We love the outside karate activities when we’re able to attend.”
“We like the teacher’s commitment and skills. Training here strengthens the body. I appreciate that Sensei Dan teaches ‘Stranger Danger.’”
"We like the instruction on 'Stranger Danger' and staying defensive to protect yourself"
"The program teaches discipline and responsibility. It's teaching our kids a level of commitment and ownership. Overall, we are happy with what our son has accomplished at USAMA."
"I like the discipline." 10/6/09
- Jill
“I like sparring with other people.”
"I like the fun games we play in class." 8/5/09
- Indigo
“I like the good instructors, positive attitude, teaching respect and focus.”
“This program provides a positive role model for kids and incorporates all aspects: school, home, etc.”
- Bernadette
“I like the love for the kids.”
"I love the kindness and compassion."
- Nicole B.
“I like the discipline & respect for adults & others.”
“Your program helps instill essential respect needed for everyday living.”
"I love that your program teaches courtesy and respect."
- Cindy
“I learn self-defense and am more focused.”
- Nolan
"I like how much pride and confidence Nolan has in himself." I like how it has improved Nolan's sense of pride, builds his confidence and self-esteem."
- Gretchen
“I like the values taught.”
-Doug
“Sensei Dan and Sempai Mary, you are awesome!”
"We love the way Sensei talks to the kids with respect and expecting the best from them."
"We appreciate the commitment, involvement, and dedication of Sensei." 7/31/09
- Kevn & Jill D.
“I like that Matthew has fun learning karate while gaining confidence in himself and learning respect for others. It has also done wonders for his self-control.”
“Matthew has been working very hard on his behavior at home and at school. He is respectful at home and has become much more cooperative.”
“I can’t praise this program and the instructors highly enough. The class seems to be constantly improving upon itself.”
“I like that your program encourages growth of character as well as physical development and skill. The two are always stressed as equal parts of the same whole and Matthew has really grown from that.”
"The program provides a friendly and respectful environment." 4/23/09
"We like that matthew learns respect as well as karate. His confidense continues to grow as his skill level increases. Terrific program in every way!" 7/1/09
- Claudia
"I like that I learn to defend myself and enjoy learning with marture students and a great Sensei." - Matthew 2/12/2010
