KickStart Family Martial Arts
About the Business
KickStart Family Martial Arts is a health and store institution located at 4335 Lake Michigan Drive Northwest in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Our mission is to improve lives through martial arts training, with a focus on karate classes for children. Our head instructor, Sensei David, has over 44 years of experience in martial arts and was recently honored as Master Martial Arts Instructor of the Year by the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame.
In addition to teaching traditional Okinawan Karate, we also incorporate techniques from various modern martial arts systems such as Boxing, Kick Boxing, Krav Maga, Tae Kwon Do, Judo, Wrestling, MMA, and Jui Jitsu. Our youth sport karate program emphasizes competition forms, weapons, and sparring, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to participate and excel.
At KickStart, we believe in not only teaching martial arts skills but also instilling important life skills and values in our students. Our NextStep life skills development program focuses on themes such as Focus, Self Discipline, Confidence, Kindness, and Team Work, with each student earning their NEXTSTEP stripe through completing assignments. This program helps children set and achieve goals, build confidence, and develop positive social habits.
Parents are encouraged to watch their child's progress in each class, as we believe that support from family plays a crucial role in a child's success. By breaking a board to earn their white belt, children learn about courage, overcoming obstacles, and building true confidence. Our goal is to create resilient, capable, and confident young individuals who can navigate life with grace and poise.
If you have any questions about our program or would like more information, please reach out to us. We prioritize the protection of your personal information and employ measures to safeguard it from unauthorized access and disclosure. Join us at KickStart Family Martial Arts and start your journey towards physical, mental, and emotional growth!
Location & Phone number
4335 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534, United States
Hours open
Monday:
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday:
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday:
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Thursday:
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday:
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"David is top notch! He is the perfect combination of fun and disciplined, he is able to help kids have fun while teaching them martial arts. He is invested in each kid individually, sees their potential and helps them grow! We loved having him as our instructor!"
"Mr.David is an amazing Sensei , My son Aryan’s favorite teacher in Martial Arts. Sensei David recognized talent in my son and encouraged him to learn different tricks with Bo Staff. Thank you and good luck for the new endeavors."
"David DePriest is a knowledgeable martial artist and experienced teacher. He has devoted his whole life to martial arts! David taught my daughter martial arts, but also made a point to teach her discipline, character, and morals. He encouraged her and guided her to give her best at all times."
"Sensei David is simply amazing. With his decades worth of experience, patience and honest communication your child will have the best instructor there is. Sensei David knows not every child learns the same and he makes it a point to get to learn your child and that they are more than just a student at his dojo. Can't say enough good things about him!"
"Sensei David is wonderful with children, providing a structured and disciplined space coupled with a fun environment, respect, and understanding of children’s needs. Both of my boys have learned so much about their bodies capability and built confidence through martial arts."
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