Family Martial Arts Academy Karate MMA

I?ve been training in martial arts for over 15 years. After visiting numerous martial art schools, I can definitely say that Family Martial Arts Academy Karate MMA, is the best bang for your buck! If you are searching in the Aurora area, and are looking for quality instruction, then Family Martial Arts is the place for you. I love the atmosphere at Family Martial Arts Academy. They provide a safe, clean, & FUN training environment for the entire family. more

As a newcomer to the martial arts world, I have been looking around aurora for a while trying to find a gym with a good atmosphere. I have found it in Family martial arts. Their mma classes are the best I've been to. The workout is phenomenal and the instruction is first class. I highly recommend training here for mma or traditional martial arts like karate. Sensei Shoen is the best! more

I have been training martial arts for over 15 years and I found that Family Martial Arts Academy is a ""top of the line"" school for any skill level (beginner to advance). The instructors are friendly and truly care for their students. Family Martail Arts classes are great for anyone looking to learn self-defense, get in shape, and be around friendly people. I would highly recommend training at Family Martial Arts, it will change your life! more

If you live in or around Auroa, Ohio and want expert instruction in a clean, safe and well structured martial arts school then I highly recommend Famiy Martial Arts Academy. I have known Sensei Shoen for years and he is dedicated to the highest standards in his teaching and in his personal life. I highly recommend this school for your family. more

Been around martial arts for a long time. There is a big differncce in the quality of instruction from school to school. Family Martial Arts is a grade A school. They offer a free trial, the instruction is sound and it is a safe, fun and clean environment. Im an adult, but as I viewed the kids classes, I was impressed both in what was taught and the care in which they handled the children. more

I believe that the qualities required to succeed in life are honor, respect, discipline, hard work, and honesty. In my estimation, these core ingredients help a young man, or lady succeed in all aspects of life, personal and professional. As a father to a four year old it is my goal to make sure my child evolves into a person with these qualities. I always anticipated quite a long road for these to be instilled in my youngster so you can imagine my surprise when these qualities are constantly placed at the forefront of each session with Sensei Shoen and supported throughout each class at Family Martial Arts Academy. I am so personally pleased with the work Sensei has done for/with my child that I can never repay him. When I last left off my athletic career some 10 years ago I was at the top of my sport in the college ranks. I had gone through years and years, 12 years all told of drills, practice and games so I know what counts when it comes to athletics. When my son started at Family Martial Arts Academy I did not know what to expect of the class but I did have high standards for him. I was uncomfortable with the awkwardness that my son displayed, (mind you he was only 3 when he started), and his attention span was good but he seemed to drift sometimes and get tired. He went through nearly six months of class, and I went through the same period of time of uncomfortable feelings watching him flounder around class. The one thing that was so noticeable to us was that he always was so happy in class and so excited to attend Karate. A time came when my wife and I weren't sure if we should keep him in the karate. When we approached, our son about this he acted surprised, and said no way that he loved class, and really liked Sensei. We reluctantly let him stay in the class and it has paid off in so many ways. My son has personally grown in just over a year to be such a responsible young man, helping around the house, looking adults in the eye when introducing himself, treating his mother, sister and I with a high level of respect and love. Furthermore, my son has developed a level of self-confidence, physical strength and awareness of how to handle his body that I personally did not develop until I was much older. In addition, with each graduation we have seen his confidence and excitement for karate grow and grow. In short our son has been selected to participate in the Black Belt Club. Our entire core family sees that as such an honor, not only because we respect the hard work that is required to participate in Black Belt Club in addition to normal practice but because he is exposed to the wonderful teachings and guidance of Sensei Shoen. Providing him not only physical instruction, but mental discipline and life lessons that he shares with his students on a daily basis. Thank you Sensei for being such an important part of our lives, David & Ruth Lasecki more

I appreciate the support, generosity, and teachings that Sensei Shoen has shared with me and my family. Seneca more

Sensei Shoen is the best teacher and mentor... but most of all he as welcomed us into his family. We are deeply grateful. Marissa? more

Karate has really improved my quality of life both physically and mentally. Since beginning my journey at the Family Martial Arts Academy, I have enjoyed greater energy, concentration levels, and confidence. Furthermore, the high value placed on respect has led to better relationships and therefore the receipt of respect from others. Sensei Shoen has taught me so much more than how to punch and kick and I am honored to be a member of Family Martial Arts Academy. Justin Harshbarger more

I feel both a sense of pride and humility. Pride in being part of such a wonderful pursuit and humility by what I must learn. To date I have managed to apply most of the physical, mental, and emotional techniques that I've learned to my daily life. I pay more attention to my tasks. Thank you, Sir. Aisha Ajayi Kent State Professor? more

My two children have been with the academy now for a year they love every bit of it. They are ages 3 and 4 and are quite a handful. My son, the 4 year old, has show the best improvement thanks to Sensei Shoen and his staff. He is very hyper active and has a bit of a temper but is very intelligent. He takes extra patience and understanding. My daughter is naturally well behaved and even with her I have seen her confidence improve. She even says ""Yes, Mom"" at home when I ask her to do something. Sensei has helped our family in so many more ways than just karate. He has given our family support when we needed it and even went to the zoo with our family at a school event. My family looks forward to the wonderful things that Scott Shoen and the Aurora Family Martial Arts Academy have in store in the future. Thank you from, The Wolff Family? more

Karate has strengthened me. It has given me a focus. It has given me self-discipline. Most of all it has given me a pursuit with my whole family. It is good to do this together. No, it's awesome! Janet Paratore? more

The Family Martial Arts Academy helps me to be more focused, and concentrate in my school and Pastoral work. I can see that the hard work in karate helps me with life's challenges, especially the challenge of being virtuous. Karate is challenging, exerting, and fulfilling. Father Jino Mwaka? more

What can I say about the Family Martial Arts Academy. In 1996, I began to have panic attacks. Then, depression followed. For years, I tried different medication with little or no success. I became an agoraphobic. I rarely left the house because of fear. In, the spring of 2002, I hit rock bottom. One of the worse things that could happen to an agoraphobic (such as myself) occurred. I became a victim of a terrible crime. Words, cannot express the desperate state of despair that I entered. I turned almost everywhere for help. I had noticed the Family Martial Arts Academy on several occasions, but I did not have the confidence to check it out. That is, until, spring 2005. I got the courage to stop in; of course, I brought my mother along for the sense of security. Sensei Shoen was kind, proper, and motivating. Hard for me to believe, but I joined with my two sons. Sensei has showed me how to trust again. It took some time, but with discipline of both body and mind, I overcame my despair. For me, it is a miracle. Once, again, I am a Leader, and involved in the community. Instead of looking down, I look ahead to the wonderful possibilities in life. I work part time, take the boys to swimming, love to shop, joined the Cub Scouts as a Den Leader, drive at night, take my boys to the movies, or to eat at a restaurant, go to church, and especially, we go to Karate twice a week. These, were the impossible, just a short while back. I am telling my story in very few words, but it?s important to let others know how awesome Family Martial Arts Academy and Sensei Shoen have been for us. They taught my family and me, qualities that will last a lifetime. I am thankful. Cindy Carrasco more