YOUTH KUNG FU

Ages 6 and up

For children ages 4½ to 6, we offer our Little Ninjas Martial Arts Program.  Learn more about this age specific program by clicking here.

This is where we lay the foundation. We provide a safe, nurturing family environment that reinforces good family values. Yes, your child will learn how to defend themselves, but our primary aim is to instill strong character traits that will last a lifetime.   

Full Circle, also known as "a community within a community", has been on a quest to bring out the best in our youth for the last 14 years. The Director, Melenga Scott and his partner, Melenga Powell, both have over 30 years in martial arts experience in which they've dedicated their lives to improving the quality of life through the teaching of martial discipline.

Statistics show that no other sport teaches the character building tools found in martial arts. Watch as you'll witness your child's confidence increase with each class. Self-confidence and high self-esteem are paramount in developing strong character. As a former 14½-year veteran with the Dept of Corrections, Melenga Scott has seen first hand what happens to children that lack confidence. They become victims of peer pressure, bullies, and other negative influences. Sadly enough, he's heard a lot of parents say, "My child wouldn't do that. He's a good child." His answer to that is: it's not only your child we're concerned with, but also the child that sits next to your child in school! (According to child psychologists, by the age of 10, children's social influences are people in the neighborhood and school!)

Check out these alarming statistics:

• 1 in 5 youth are bullied or are bullies themselves

• The average child witnesses 8,000 murders and 100,000 other acts of violence by the time they finish elementary school

• 15 – 19 year old African Americans are nearly 10 times more likely to be murdered than white teens

• 1/3 of 9th – 12th graders reported that someone sold or offered them an illegal drug on school property

• 100,000 students carry guns to school!

Allow us to arm your child with the physical, mental and emotional tools needed to succeed through the critical stages of their life. Our program consists of:

• Martial Arts Training –improves balance, coordination, rhythm, timing and self-defense skills. Lots of fun drills are used in class to inspire teamwork, motivation and competitiveness. You’ll smile with pride as your child transforms, right before your eyes, with every belt test!
• Physical fitness – improves endurance, strength and overall fitness
• Academic Achievement Program – students are encouraged and rewarded for academic excellence. An award ceremony is held at the end of the year. Straight “A” students are rewarded with a Grand Prize!
• School Safe/Street Safe Program – this excellent program is part of our awareness campaign to arm your child with the knowledge to recognize and avoid imminent danger.
• H.E.R.O. (Helping Everyone Respect Others) Program – our conflict resolution and anger management program. This program teaches your child how to effectively deal with bullies and peer pressure.
• National Blackbelt Club – our elite team of students carefully selected by the Head Instructor to become part of a nationally recognized club. NBBC students are provided additional leadership training workshops and special training sessions/lectures with guest instructors.
• Our youth also enjoy: movie night, sleepover, Parent/Student Workout Day, school picnics and annual school trips.

“You won’t find this kind of commitment anywhere!”

See video clip of our youth Kung Fu program!

Testimonials

Here is what some of our older Kung Fu youth have to say about their classes:

"At Full Circle Martial Arts Academy, I have not only learned how to be a better martial artist, but also a better person. My time spent here at Full Circle has been a blessing. I have learned not only martial arts, but self-control, discipline, respect and focus. I have also learned to overcome obstacles with a positive attitude. These are just a few of the things I have learned and experienced at Full Circle."

- Endia Robinson

"Martial Arts has benefited me since I began thinking like a Martial Artist. It is not just kicks and punches, or even a style - it is a way of life. Full Circle has changed my attitude in many different ways. I began looking at different things, not as a student, but as a Martial Artist. I feel that taking lessons at Full Circle has brought out the best in me, and makes me want to bring out the best in others. To all of my instructors, I thank you because I would not be where I am now without your tutelage."

- Matthew Sinkfield

“Since my has been a member of Full Circle Academy, I’ve noticed a change in his personality. He’s more focused, and much disciplined. He looks forward coming to class on his scheduled days. He’s excitingly learning different movement’s and looks forward to the art when he achieves another color sash. Thank you Full Circle!”

- Demorris A. Barnes

“Full Circle Martial Arts Academy has been a blessing in our son’s life in many ways. The excellent leadership of the instructors, along with the over-the-top skills in martial arts is helping to develop him into a leader and a martial arts enthusiast. Alex has become a more focused and disciplined individual. These were areas of concern prior to him beginning classes. The integrity and character of the school has made immeasurable deposits into his life. We are proud to be members of the Full Circle family!”

- Arness & Patricia Brown (Parents of a youth student)

For more information, give us a call at (301) 860-0030 or fill out our information request form.