In the heartland of America, nestled between the rolling plains and towering cornfields, lies the beautiful state of Nebraska - or as its karate-chopping kids like to call it, "The Dojo of the Corn". Nebraska is not just about college football and steak, oh no! It's also home to some of the coolest, high-kicking karate kids you could ever hope to meet! Meet Corny the Cornhusker, a jolly scarecrow who has traveled many a cornfield to spread his love for karate. He is Nebraska's unofficial mascot and karate master. With his straw hat, green bandana, and a black belt wrapped around his waist, he is quite a sight to behold! His arms may be made of sticks and his body stuffed with hay, but don't let that fool you. Corny has got some serious moves! These karate kids, or as Corny likes to call them, "Kernel Kickers", are as tough as they come. They practice their high kicks among the cornstalks and perfect their punches in the pumpkin patches. There's Cobby, who can chop a cornstalk in half with his bare hand! Then there's Silk, with her lightning-fast roundhouse kicks. And we can't forget Husk, the strongest of them all, who can break a board with just a flick of his little finger! In Nebraska, karate is not just an activity, it is a way of life for these kids. They embrace the discipline, the challenge, and the camaraderie that comes with it. And after a long day of training, there's nothing like a hearty meal of corn on the cob to recharge! With Corny leading the way, the "Kernel Kickers" are proving that in the Dojo of the Corn, they are the kings and queens of Karate!
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The Happy Hive is an inclusive play space designed to spark joy and connection for every child. With a special focus on comfort and accessibility for neurodivergent kids, our environment welcomes children of all abilities to explore, move, and create at their own pace. From climbing walls, swings, and zip lines to dedicated zones for pretend play and art, The Happy Hive offers both high-energy fun and creative outlets. While we cater to children ages 1-13 for neurotypical kids, we have no age limit when it comes to kids with special needs—because play should have no boundaries. At The Happy Hive, we believe every child deserves a space where they can feel safe, included, and free to be themselves.
At ASKJ, we offer the perfect balance between traditional martial arts training and modern self-defense. Our 5 Circle System is an integration of techniques from Taekwondo, Karate, Judo, and Jiu-Jitsu, offering students a comprehensive martial arts curriculum. Our classes are split into age and rank groups, so students can learn at their own pace in a traditional group setting. We don’t measure success by championships or trophies—instead, we count success in terms of overcoming fear and achieving personal excellence. Our goal is to help each student discover and unlock their inner strength.