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Artisan Music Academy offers a well-rounded music learning experience that is primarily focused on developing a versatile and all-around musicianship. We strive to help younger kids develop a broader sense of learning about music and performing on stage.

Parents can help their children learn to manage their emotions by teaching them about the importance of self-awareness. As parents, we know that helping our children learn to manage their emotions is essential. Teaching them to become aware of their feelings and how to express them in healthy and appropriate ways can help them develop the skills they need to navigate difficult situations. Taking the time to discuss the importance of self-awareness is an important step in helping our children learn to better manage their emotions. Talking to our children about their feelings can help them gain a better understanding of themselves and how their emotions affect their behavior. Explaining that feeling angry, frustrated, or scared is natural can help them recognize their emotions and respond in a positive way. Showing our children that it’s okay to experience these feelings and make mistakes can make them more comfortable with expressing their emotions in the future. By teaching our children about the importance of self-awareness, we can help them gain valuable skills that will help them navigate difficult situations. We can provide them with the tools they need to better understand and manage their emotions, helping them to become emotionally resilient and equipped to handle life’s challenges.

At Evolution Dance Center, we believe that dance is more than just a physical activity - it's a form of expression. Our goal is to create a positive, welcoming environment where students can explore their creativity in a safe and respectful atmosphere. Our experienced instructors are dedicated to teaching our students the fundamentals of dance, while also fostering a sense of self-confidence and respect for one another. Whether you're looking for a fun way to stay active or want to take your dance training to the next level, Evolution Dance Center has something for everyone. Our family-focused approach to dance instruction ensures that everyone feels welcomed and included. We strive to create an environment where our students can express themselves freely and build self-esteem in a positive way.

Our classes are a great opportunity for children to learn gross motor skills that can be a great precursor to any sport. It is a great way to keep your children active while also having fun! We encourage them to enjoy gymnastics while focusing on proper technique as students develop strength, flexibility, and skills on all apparatuses.

The study of any martial art is a progression and personal journey. Mastery of the techniques comes through practice, practice, practice and time, time, time! However, the journey is not merely a technical one. As you progress in your journey, you will discover many things about the art and yourself that fascinate, stimulate and motivate you to personal growth and excellence. Many students discover and focus abilities that they never knew they had, build self-esteem and confidence, learn self-discipline, respect and goal setting. The relationships and friendships that you forge with like-minded students while in the art will be some of the relationships and friendships that are with you for life. We welcome you to enjoy our school!

We study the Art of Isshin-ryu Karate which was created by Master Tatsuo Shimabuku of Okinawa. Our form of Isshin-ryu Karate is also called American Isshin-ryuKarate due to the changes and modifications that have been introduced over the years. In this program you will develop many skills, such as: Techniques and applications in blocking, punching, striking, kicking and stance, Mechanics and principles behind proper technique, balance, power and movement, Various Isshin-ryu katas (formal exercises) that teach self-defense in movement. Some of the katas utilize weapons such as the bo, nuchukus, sia, tonfa and sword. Sparring with other students in controlled matches, And last, various applications and principles in self-defense, pain compliance, and joint lock techniques. ​ The study of any martial art is a progression and personal journey. Mastery of the techniques comes through practice, practice, practice and time, time, time! However, the journey is not merely a technical one. As you progress in your journey, you will discover many things about the art and yourself that fascinate, stimulate and motivate you to personal growth and excellence. Many students discover and focus abilities that they never knew they had, build self-esteem and confidence, learn self-discipline, respect and goal setting. The relationships and friendships that you forge with like-minded students while in the art will be some of the relationships and friendships that are with you for life. We welcome you to enjoy our school!

Kaizen Martial was established January 1992 We are the longest running professional martial arts school in the area Internationally recognized Master Instructor (Mark Kline) We are a recipient of multiple Hall of Fame Awards for instruction At Kaizen Martial Arts we teach the following disciplines to men, women, and especially children: Ryukyu Kempo Karate, elements of Small Circle Jujitsu, Modern Arnis (Filipino Stick Self Defense), and Kyusho Jitsu (Pressure Point self Defense)

Get started now and find out how you can be healthier, happier and more confident with Black Belt World training! . Our members tell us that they feel our school is more of an institution of self-improvement, physically and mentally, rather than “just” a gym or some “activity”. I pride myself on helping our adult members safely build muscle, quickly burn fat, gain flexibility and release stress in a FUN, positive and injury free environment! And for the children, parents all over the Somerville, Piscataway, and Somerset area give my martial arts classes credit for increasing their child’s ability to focus, building their self-esteem and igniting a passion for self improvement they never would have expected.