There are many reasons for kids to become involved in the martial arts. The ATA has developed a program based on traditional Taekwondo for kids called Karate for Kids. This program is aimed at children 7-12.

    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:

Goals
Friendship
Perseverance
Self-Control
Confidence
Self-Improvement
Courtesy
Self Awareness
Respect
Integrity
Self-Esteem
Dedication


Oaths

"Sir:

Each day I will live
By Honoring my Parents and Instructors
Practicing to the best of my Abilities
and by having Courtesy and Respect
for Everyone I meet.

                                           ...Sir!"
 
Songahm Spirit of Taekwondo

As Taekwondo Event Begins:

"Sir:

I will practice in the Spirit of Taekwondo,
with Courtesy for Fellow Students,
Loyalty for my Instructor,
and Respect for my Juniors and Seniors,

                            ...Sir!"


As Taekwondo Event Ends:

"Sir:

I shall live with Perseverance in the Spirit of Taekwondo
Having Honor with Others,
Integrity within myself,
and Self Control in my Actions,

                           ...Sir!"