In the mysterious and adventurous state of North Carolina, where the magnificent Blue Ridge Mountains whisper stories of ancient legends, and the waves of the Atlantic Ocean perform a never-ending dance, dwell a unique tribe of children. These are no ordinary children, mind you. They are the brave and fearless Krav Maga kids of NC! Our tale begins in their secret training grounds hidden amidst the towering pine trees and camouflias flowers. One was never too young or too old to join this extraordinary clan. Those as young as a giggly kindergartener, to those as seasoned as a sly 7th grader, all found their place in this remarkable tribe. Every day, they would gather at the break of dawn, their eyes gleaming with determination and their hearts fluttering with excitement, to practice the ancient art of Krav Maga. The clan's most enchanting character was their mystical guide, a humorous squirrel named Squirtle McFury. Don't let his fluffy tail and tiny paws fool you, he was as swift as a hummingbird and as confident as a lion. Squirtle McFury had a magical belt that would sparkle every time a kid perfected a Krav Maga move. He also had an infectious laugh that made even the grumpiest of grumpy old trees crack a smile. Under Squirtle's guidance, these pint-sized warriors trained to be quick, alert, and powerful. But the most crucial lesson Squirtle taught them was to be kind, understanding, and respectful to all, even when standing up against bullies. Yes, they were the Krav Maga kids of North Carolina - brave, disciplined, and always ready to leap into action, with a sparkle in their eyes and a giggle in their hearts.
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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.

Aikido of Charlotte has been teaching the art of Aikido for over 25 years! Our Chief Instructor, Dennis Main Sensei, 6th Dan, Shidoin has over 50 years of experience and is the most senior aikido teacher in the Charlotte surrounding area. We are dedicated to helping our students learn and practice the traditional Aikido as handed down from the Founder, Morihei Ueshiba (O’Sensei). At Aikido of Charlotte, we emphasize the importance of respecting one another while training. Aikido is not a sport and therefore there are no competitive tournaments. Instead, we focus on cooperative training in which the Aikidoist betters oneself without belittling others, without the intention of harm or fear of injury. Our training seeks to encourage the spirit of O-Sensei’s desire for universal peace and harmony by balancing the attacker and defender.

At our school, we believe that Taekwondo is one of the most beautiful and effective martial arts in the world. It is a great way for families to bond, as parents and children can both participate in the activities. We offer open enrollment, so you can become part of our school any day. Our classes are tailored to fit each student's individual needs, and we provide one-on-one instruction to teach them the basics. To get started, all you need to do is take a free trial lesson – no uniform is required, just regular exercise clothes. So, come and join us today!


For almost 30 years, Byung Lee's King Tiger TKD has been helping children and adults in Eastern North Carolina reach the highest level of martial arts. Our instructors are carefully chosen for their impressive martial arts skills, as well as their ability to share their knowledge and understanding with students of all ages and backgrounds. At King Tiger TKD, we believe that martial arts is about so much more than just self-defense. We understand that everyone is different and our school is designed to accommodate everyone. Our instructors strive to help each individual reach their full potential, no matter what their background.