Martial Arts Training

Songahm Taekwondo training allows you to get in shape and stay in shape at your own pace. The principles of traditional martial arts training are based on the design of your body. For power, we help you develop the larger, powerful muscles of your core. The speed of taekwondo techniques comes from the fast, agile muscles of your arms and legs.

Self-Defense

When the speed and power developed through taekwondo are used in self-defense against the vulnerable parts of an attacker's body, a person can be remarkably efficient against a much larger opponent. Just knowing you can defend yourself gives you confidence which is often enough to deter potential attackers.

Self-Confidence

Self-confidence doesn't come naturally for many people, but it can be developed over time by setting reasonable goals and attaining them. The self-confidence that results from taekwondo training will carry over into all aspects of your life.

Everything you think you know about bullying is wrong!

Children of every age, gender, income group and race are affected by bullying.

Bullying is the #1 Danger Your Kids Face! 1 in 3 kids are affected.

Parents! You must take action now to prepare your child.

• Learn "What to do" when it occurs.
• Recognize Potential Dangers and Avoid Violent Outcomes.

Duer's ATA will help you help your child by...

• Building Rock Solid Confidence So Your Child Will Not Become a Victim.
• Building Self-Discipline in your Child So They Can Accomplish Anything!

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Next Class February 25th at 12:00pm 

Duer’s ATA Martial Arts is committed to providing women with the skills and basic knowledge of self-defense. Our Women’s Self-Defense training will help each participant avoid becoming a victim. The course teaches personal security steps and guides participants in understanding predatory actions of the assailant and developing a prevention mindset.

The instruction format of the course provides opportunities to learn and practice the tools women would need if attacked by a predator. Our staff is knowledgeable and sensitive in teaching awareness and encouraging confidence as we work with women of all ages and physical abilities. The intention of the program is not to alarm participants or create anxiety, but rather to equip women with awareness and the skills to avoid or redirect danger and, if necessary, defend themselves in dangerous situations. Our mission is to help you feel empowered!

"America's Leader in the Martial Arts"

We offer what we believe is the best martial art in the world. Taekwondo is an exciting and powerful martial art known for its dynamic kicking and hand techniques. Although these martial art techniques are centuries old, our programs are always evolving to keep pace with the rapidly changing world.

We realize that each student possesses different physical abilities. Size and strength vary with each individual. Once you have acquired a strong foundation in the basics, our program will enhance your physical capabilities and maximize your self-defense skills. You will understand exactly what it takes, mentally and physically, to defend yourself or your loved ones should the need ever arise.

At the ATA Black Belt Academy, we are not interested in just teaching self-defense, we are interested in the complete personal development of each student. Individual attention is a feature of each and every class, allowing all students to progress quickly and confidently toward their personal goals. Our instructors take their responsibility seriously as role models for younger students, teaching them the importance of strong character, leadership and good values.

The teaching curriculum at the ATA Black Belt Academy is based on two concepts: "positive mental attitude" and "high goal setting." We feel so positive about this program that we promise to give you and your family the most professional, well supervised and the highest quality classes available in any sport or art.

In addition to our internationally recognized Karate For Kids program, we offer the Taekwondo for Tiny Tigers program. The Tiny Tiger program was developed specifically for preschool age children ages 2 through 6. This program offers children a strong foundation in essential character qualities such as courtesy, respect, and discipline. In addition, the program is designed to improve children's motor skills and enhance their ability to pay attention and follow directions. All classes are taught using the most safe, fun, and exciting instruction methods available for this age group. This program works in conjunction with the Karate for Kids program, thereby emphasizing the same important monthly themes and value system.

Just like in the Karate for Kids program, Tiny Tigers have their own unique victory patch and "Victory Stars." Stars are earned in the same way as the Karate for Kids program, with slight modifications in recognition of the preschool age of the child. Four different colored victory patches are available to accommodate all the stars that can be earned by a high achieving Tiny Tiger. Except for the logo, the four victory patches are the same as the Karate for Kids patches.

Upon graduation from the Tiny Tigers program into the "Junior" or "Big Kid" program, Tigers are rewarded by the opportunity to wear the "Big Kids" or "Karate for Kids" patch.

The rank and testing system used by the Tigers is slightly different than that of the Karate for Kids. Tigers can earn eight collectable animal patches to display on the belts as follows: Tiger for orange belt; Cheetah for yellow; Lion for camo; Eagle for green; Phoenix for purple; Dragon for blue; Cobra for brown; Panther for red. All eight patches, as earned, can be displayed on the child's belt.

There are many reasons for kids to become involved in the martial arts. We have developed a program based on traditional Taekwondo for kids called Karate for Kids. The Karate for Kids system is based on a lifetime learning concept in addition to technical skills. The building blocks for our system are monthly themes such as:

In addition to monthly themes, our system includes the unique victory patch. Kids are rewarded special "Victory Stars." These different colored stars are rewarded for outstanding performance in karate class, school, home or at a tournament competition. Kids may receive the following stars for the following deeds:

Four different colored Victory Patches are available to accommodate all the stars that can be earned by a high achieving Karate Kid:

Victory Patches Blue 0-24 Stars Silver 25-49 Stars Gold 50-99 Stars Blue/Gold 100+ Stars

Heitor Abrahão holds a Black Belt in Judo and a Jiu Jitsu Black Belt under Master Ricardo de la Riva - the only person to beat two Gracies in a single day of competition. Heitor Abrahao is also an official Black Belt under the International Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Federation. Originally from Florianopolis, Brazil; Abrahão was the South Brazilian Champion for 3 years, Santa Catarina Champion for 3 years, and a State Judo Champion for 5 years.

When Abrahão came to America he wanted to bring more than just his competitive spirit. His mission is to help everyone learn the benefits of the Jiu Jitsu lifestyle. Jiujitsu has something to offer every student young or old, male or female. Roughly translated as the "art of yielding" Jiu Jitsu emphasizes technique over power, a clear mind, awareness, flow, self-control and has been a proven self-defense system for people of all sizes even against larger and more aggressive attackers.

As students learn to control themselves in order defeat their opponents they gain the confidence to face other challenges in life. Heitor Abrahão invites everyone to come try Jiu Jitsu at any of his locations so that they too can learn the benefits of Jiu Jitsu.