Challenge 1: Mental Health

Our Teens Martial Arts program emphasizes mental resilience as a crucial aspect of individual development. Through martial arts training, you'll acquire the skills to confront challenges directly, persist in the face of adversity, and cultivate a robust mindset. By sharpening your mental fortitude, you'll be better prepared to manage stress, overcome setbacks, and tackle any hurdles that life presents.

Challenge 2: Technology and Screen Time

In our digitally-driven world, Teens often find themselves spending excessive time on devices and screens. This sedentary lifestyle can negatively impact their mental and physical well-being. However, martial arts offers a valuable solution. By engaging in martial arts training, Teens can break away from screens and embrace purposeful physical activity. This promotes a healthier lifestyle while fostering discipline, focus, and self-control. Additionally, the social aspect of martial arts provides a supportive community, reducing isolation and helping individuals form meaningful connections. In summary, martial arts serves as a transformative outlet, enabling teenagers to reclaim their physical selves and strike a healthier balance in their lives.

Challenge 3: Stress & Burnout

The pressures of work, relationships, and daily responsibilities can contribute to high levels of stress and the risk of burnout. Many Teens face the challenge of managing stress effectively, maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and finding ways to recharge and rejuvenate amidst a demanding lifestyle.

The Solution:
Life Changing Teen Martial Arts Classes

Martial arts training is more than just learning self-defense techniques; it's a journey of empowerment, discipline, & confidence. Here's how martial arts lessons can be truly transformative:

Physical Fitness

Engaging in martial arts training is an excellent way for teenagers to improve their physical fitness. Martial arts involve a combination of cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and flexibility exercises. Regular practice can enhance endurance, agility, balance, coordination, and overall body conditioning. It provides a full-body workout that promotes weight management, muscle toning, and cardiovascular health.

Stress Reduction & Mental Well-Being

Martial arts training serves as an effective outlet for stress reduction and promotes mental well-being. The focused and disciplined nature of martial arts helps individuals develop mental resilience and concentration. The practice of martial arts often incorporates meditation, mindfulness, and breathing exercises, which can help reduce anxiety, improve mental clarity, and foster a sense of inner calm. Martial arts training also provides a constructive way to release tension and frustration, leading to improved emotional well-being.

Self-Defense & Personal Empowerment

Learning martial arts equips teenagers with valuable self-defense skills, increasing their confidence and personal empowerment. Understanding effective techniques for self-defense can provide a sense of security and peace of mind. Additionally, martial arts training cultivates self-discipline, self-control, and respect for oneself and others. These qualities extend beyond physical encounters and can positively impact various areas of life, including personal relationships, professional endeavors, and overall self-confidence.

Feel Secure & Improve Confidence

These classes provide a supportive environment where Teens can learn valuable self-defense skills while also building their self-esteem. As they progress through the ranks and master new techniques, teenagers will experience a sense of accomplishment that instills a strong sense of self-worth. Additionally, martial arts training promotes discipline, focus, and respect, further contributing to a well-rounded and confident individual.

Here's What Are Members Are Saying...

"Can’t say enough good things about John Johnston and IronClad Martial Arts Center and Power Up Kickboxing. If you’re considering karate for your children, this is the place to go. He is firm, yet encouraging and he has a natural ability to instill pride and respect in his students. I’ve already seen positive changes in my children that extend way beyond the physical skills they are learning."

Kate Ackermann

"My son has been attending 3-4 classes weekly for a while now and is highly motivated and loves it there.



Kru John is great with the kids and along with MMA skills he is also teaching the kids valuable life lessons as they advance.

I highly recommend 5 Stars."

Trevor O'Shea

"If you like to keep guessing what you will be doing next, learning something new each class and leaving drenched it sweat, this is the place for you. Everyone is made to feel welcome and part of a community with all levels of fitness."

Misha Wilson Larson

"My grandchildren attended their school vacation camps and loved it!!!!"

Lindo Scifo

What You Can Expect in Every Class...