Meet Massachusetts, or as we like to call it, the Mighty-Mass, a place where history is as rich as its clam chowder and where every autumn leaf sings a vibrant tune. It's a land filled with winding rivers, towering mountains and bustling cities. The best part about Mighty-Mass though, is its karate-dazzling kids. These aren't just your regular run-of-the-mill kids, oh no! They are a fun-filled bunch of high-kicking, uniform-wearing, kata-performing superstars! Every morning at the crack of dawn, right as the sun begins to play peek-a-boo with the mountains, the dojo doors swing open and in tumble the Karate Cuties. Leading the pack is our hero, the Karate Kangaroo, Kiko. Kiko, with his marsupial moves and black belt in belly laughs, is the heart and soul of the Mighty-Mass dojo. He hops around in his red bandana, teaching the kids the art of the ‘Kangaroo Kick’ and the secret of the ‘Pouch Punch’. With Kiko, every karate lesson is a belly-busting adventure. You'll find the Karate Cuties rolling on the floor, not from Kiko's kicks, but from fits of laughter. But don't let those giggles fool you. When it’s time to get serious, these kids transform into mini karate masters, their faces focused, their moves swift and precise. With Kiko cheering on, they break boards and the stereotype that karate is just about fighting. So, if you ever find yourself in Mighty-Mass, don't forget to tip your hat to the Karate Cuties and their leader, Kiko. They're proof that with a pinch of fun, a dash of discipline, and a kangaroo-size dream, anything is possible!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
At JKA Boston, we emphasize the importance of personal growth and respect for others. We provide our members with the opportunity to strengthen their character and improve their karate skills. Our team is made up of passionate and experienced karate practitioners who have been training with us for 10+ years, some for over 30 years! We are proud to have been promoting traditional Shotokan Karate for more than three decades. We offer our members a variety of events and activities to get involved in, such as regional, national, and world tournaments, as well as Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter training camps. Our members have the chance to learn from and train with JKA and its affiliates. We strive to provide our members with the best traditional Japanese karate instruction available.
Parents, have you ever wanted your children to experience something unique and fun? Look no further than the traditional Brazilian art of Capoeira. Classes are designed to be suitable for children of all ages and abilities, based on traditional sequences and modern progression. As they practice, they will be listening to traditional, sensational, and energetic Capoeira music, featuring instruments such as the berimbau, atabaque and pandeiro. Each class begins with movement games and exercises to warm-up the body and prepare the children for training. As they progress, they will learn partner and line-work, where the moves flow from one position to another and techniques are developed. Finally, they get to show off their newfound skills in traditional ‘Capoeira roda’, displaying intuitive movements and building confidence while they practice playing Capoeira music.