Our After-School Program offers a weekly, 1-hour, Cuong Nhu martial arts class, held at one of several Atlanta Public & Private School locations, for students in the 1st Grade or higher, attending that school.

At a time when schools are cutting back on physical education under pressure to meet academic standards, Cuong Nhu offers a great workout, learning about focus and respect, and a whole lot of fun with friends.

“Our After-School Program improves students’ physical and mental abilities by increasing coordination, discipline, memorization, and respect for others,” says Shawn McElroy, director of Cuong Nhu’s After-School Program. “As kids learn and move up in rank, they also take noticeable pride in their achievement. Most importantly, though, we make exercise fun – because if kids aren’t having a good time, they just won’t participate. After sitting in a classroom all day, our karate kids can’t wait to let out their energy and have a blast with their friends.”

After-School Program students practice karate fundamentals, self-defense, kata (choreographed performance), and the ethics of friendship and cooperation, all within our fun, game-filled approach.

“Kids see some of the greatest results from taking martial arts,” says Doug Storm, assistant director of Cuong Nhu’s After-School Program. “They gain self-confidence, self-control, and a non-defeatist attitude, all while getting good, solid exercise. It’s not unusual to see their behavior improve and their grades go up. We hear this from parents all the time.”

Children MUST be in the 1st Grade or Higher AND attend one of the schools listed on the right to participate.

The After-School Program runs 3 sessions annually, each Fall, Winter, & Spring. Registration takes place a few weeks prior to each session. Registration and Payment method vary depending on which school your child attends. Click on the school on the right for detailed information on class dates, times, locations and registration information specific to that school.  Please note that these programs are very popular and tend to sell out.

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