Frequently Asked Questions

Answer: We teach Traditional Japanese Ju Jitsu, which includes joint locks & manipulation, falling (safely), throws and grappling techniques, along with kicks, punches, blocks, strikes and traditional weaponry. The great thing about Ju Jitsu is that it uses an opponent’s force against them, so it is perfectly suited to individuals of any size or strength. Ju Jitsu also enables you to control an opponent without inflicting damage, something especially important in today's society.

Answer: Our "Pee Wees" can start as young as four years old.

Answer: The martial arts are an extremely safe activity. Because of the way our program is taught, most situations that can cause injuries are entirely eliminated. In fact, many studies have shown that because of the emphasis on control, martial arts is one of the safest activities around. From the beginning to the end of the class, we keep a sharp eye on everything that goes on. Of course, like in any contact sport, occasional bumps and bruises are possible, but we work our hardest to make sure that they are very rare.

Answer: The answer is a definite, "yes!" In fact, the martial arts are ideal for children of all abilities. Each child can comfortably progress at his or her own pace, without feeling left out.

Answer: Absolutely! Everyone knows that bullying hurts. It causes psychological and emotional scars that can last a lifetime. Regardless of whether your child is the victim of bullying or is bullying others, low self‑esteem is usually the cause, and it will eventually lead to poor school performance, depression, and labeling.

AQMAI has the solution. Our program builds physical, mental, and emotional strength, while our students learn both self‑respect and respect for others. Children who believe in themselves not only make poor targets for bullies, they learn to stand up and "find their voice." At the same time, children who were inclined towards bullying learn they don't need to intimidate others to feel self‑worth.

Many parents worry that martial arts may make their child more aggressive, but in reality, it's the exact opposite. Martial arts teaches children self‑control. Our students learn to stand up for themselves and their principles and to respond to bullying in the most effective manner, with physical force being the last resort. The advantage to the techniques we teach is that they are only applied in response to physical aggression, ensuring that they are never used for the wrong reason. Most importantly, our students learn they can walk away from trouble with courage and authority.

Answer: If you watch one of our classes, you will see how our instructors are masters at blending education and entertainment. We camouflage what would normally be seen as hard work (like exercise) into playful, game-like movements.

Answer: We work with families to accommodate life's busy schedules. Optimally, we'd like to have your child in class twice per week, but we have a one class per week option as well.

Answer: Confidence is sometimes inherent, which means you are born with it, but for some, confidence is developed. For most people, confidence is developed through a series of successes. We teach from an Eastern philosophy which believes that in order to succeed, you must at times fail. We do not discourage or shame people into thinking failure is a bad thing. In fact, we teach failure is part of success! The more people try, the better they become.

Answer: We teach children from as young as four, to adults of any age. As with any kind of education, if a child starts Martial Arts when they are very young, they will typically have an advantage that will benefit them throughout their childhood. Martial arts does not discriminate. You are never too old to start reaping the rewards from martial arts training. In fact, when parents see the benefits their children gain, many of them become students themselves!