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A martial arts curriculum that improves behavior and builds character

All martial arts curriculum are not created equal. Some curriculum are more adult focused with an emphasis on self defense while others are only focused on learning the art. The KOMA curriculum strikes a balance between achieving mastery in the art and building character for better behavior.

Ko Martial Arts

January 10, 2020

What is the Best Martial Art for Kids?

Are you a parent in search of the best martial art for your child? Watch as we cover the differences between the most popular options available.

Master Ko

January 10, 2020

Taekwondo Belt Ranking System and Belt Order

Taekwondo uses a range of different belt colors and stages to show progress and skill level. We show you how it works and what it means for Taekwondo students.

January 10, 2020

He struggled with focus and now will become a doctor

Vincent Galate shares his childhood experience of growing up at KOMA.

Ko Martial Arts

January 10, 2020

12 unique examples of photography portfolio websites

You have many options to choose from when putting together your own online photography portfolio website.

Jennifer Hudson

January 10, 2020

12 unique examples of photography portfolio websites

You have many options to choose from when putting together your own online photography portfolio website.

Jennifer Hudson

January 10, 2020

12 unique examples of photography portfolio websites

You have many options to choose from when putting together your own online photography portfolio website.

Jennifer Hudson

January 10, 2020

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The KOMA Way

A martial arts curriculum that improves behavior and builds character

All martial arts curriculum are not created equal. Some curriculum are more adult focused with an emphasis on self defense while others are only focused on learning the art. The KOMA curriculum strikes a balance between achieving mastery in the art and building character for better behavior.

Written By

Ko Martial Arts

What is the Best Martial Art for Kids?

Are you a parent in search of the best martial art for your child? Watch as we cover the differences between the most popular options available.

Written By

Master Ko

Taekwondo Belt Ranking System and Belt Order

Taekwondo uses a range of different belt colors and stages to show progress and skill level. We show you how it works and what it means for Taekwondo students.

Written By

He struggled with focus and now will become a doctor

Vincent Galate shares his childhood experience of growing up at KOMA.

Written By

Ko Martial Arts

From ADHD to a 4.0 and a triple business major

Josette shares her perspective on the 11 years she spent at KOMA before moving off to college.

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Ko Martial Arts

What to Expect from Your First Class

We are answering your most pressing questions about your first class in the studio to make it simple and straightforward for you and your student.

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Ko Martial Arts

Frequently Asked Questions Blog

We are answering a few of your most frequently asked questions to make your KOMA experience a successful one.

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Ko Martial Arts

The KOMA Experience | Parent Q&A

This is an opportunity to hear from two KOMA parents, Alicia and Hal Whitacre, who moved from New Mexico to the KC metro without knowing anyone.

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Transform Your Teenager Into a Leader

Some teens might just need to be given a chance at a different story. Read on to see how we are calling teenagers to something greater.

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Ko Martial Arts

The Mental Health Benefits of Martial Arts

Martial arts is a great way to provide your child with the skills to combat depression, anxiety, and lowered self-confidence.

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Ko Martial Arts

FAQ: Your Questions Answered

Three of your most frequently asked questions, answered here.

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Ko Martial Arts

Master Ko shares our story on the Guild Stories podcast

Our founder and CEO, Bronson Ko, recently shared our story on the podcast, Guild Stories.

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Ko Martial Arts

A Spotlight on our KOMA Instructors

Every instructor makes up our KOMA family, providing your student with precise and individualized training. Our team has been handpicked for their commitment to their student’s success in martial arts and in life.

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Ko Martial Arts

Five Benefits of Taekwondo

The mental health benefits of taekwondo are as great as the physical ones. Taekwondo teaches excellence as a habit, transforming kids into the best version of themselves.

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Ko Martial Arts

My Eight Year Old Daughter is Now a Black Belt

After five years of crying and complaining, my eight year old daughter is officially a junior black belt.

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Master Ko

Practice Makes Perfect

January. For most people, it marks a fresh start. New opportunities. New possibilities. It is a chance to reset and move forward.

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Norah Joslin

Instead of New Year’s Resolutions, Teach Your Kids This

Reasons resolutions fail include being too vague, being framed negatively, and being influenced by others rather than by your own desires.

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Norah Joslin

Why We Should Stop Telling Our Children They Are Smart

In a world where everyone—kids included—are being inundated with the call of instant gratification, we must teach them that delayed gratification is a more satisfying, character-building gratification.

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It's Never Too Late

Why a father of two and medical school student recently began his journey to black belt.

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Ko Martial Arts

The Genius of Failure

It isn’t failure. It’s learning what doesn’t work so you can figure out what does work.

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Norah Joslin

Consequences of Choice

Have you been there? Facing the result of your actions and considering how to explain the situation to your children?

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Norah Joslin

Life Is A Marathon Not A Sprint

Answer these questions, when you, or your child, is ready to quit before achieving a goal.

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Norah Joslin

What’s Your Child’s Average?

Have you heard the quote, "You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with."?

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Norah Joslin

Martial Arts Will Help you Excel in the Workplace and This is How

How do you achieve a level of discipline that supports you excelling in the workplace? We believe martial arts is the answer.

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Norah Joslin

13 Habits That Might Change Your (Child’s) Life

So, how can you help your kids be their absolute best? Read on for 13 Healthy Habits that will set your child, and you, up for success.

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Norah Joslin

5 Ways Martial Arts Helps Kids Get Back On Track

The thought of getting back into a routine, any routine, may be more than you can think about right now.

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Norah Joslin

5 Reasons Why Your Child Should be Doing Martial Arts During COVID-19

There is no denying that COVID-19 has been hard on all of us. Family life and work routines have been disrupted, some beyond recognition.

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Norah Joslin

How Does Martial Arts Build Character?

Here at KOMA we build character through martial arts, specifically taekwondo.

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Ko Martial Arts

Why Taekwondo is a Great After School Activity

There are so many after school activities to enroll children into nowadays that it can be hard to decide which one to pick!

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Ko Martial Arts

What to Do When Team Sports Are Not The Right Fit for Your Child

Here is what to do if your child tried team sports, and it wasn’t the right fit.

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Ko Martial Arts

What is The Difference Between Taekwondo and Karate?

Taekwondo and Karate are both Martial Arts, but you may be wondering how the two are different from one another. Here are a few differences.

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Ko Martial Arts

5 Ways to Keep Going When You Want to Quit

Do you ever experience one of those days where you wake up and you feel like you can achieve anything?

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Master Ko

4 Ways Taekwondo Builds Confidence in Children

Taekwondo builds confidence in many ways, read more to find out how!

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Ko Martial Arts

More Than The Average of Your Friends

You are the average of your five closest friends. If you haven’t heard this before, I believe it is worth thinking about.

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Master Ko

Removing Taekwondo As a Consequence

Should we be removing beneficial activities from our children as punishment for bad behavior?

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Master Ko

What Does Inclusion Mean for Physical Learning?

As an inclusive martial arts school, Ko Martial Arts is committed to helping students of all abilities find healthier and happier versions of themselves.

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Justin Raymundo

4 Things to Do This Summer Instead of Screen Time

While making sure our children are comfortable using technology for their futures is important, there are also several benefits to reducing “screen time”.

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Justin Raymundo

Understanding Social and Emotional Learning from BV Well

Having the pleasure of working with children, teens, and young adults, we see first-hand the pressures that young people are under today.

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Justin Raymundo

How Movement-Based Activities Help Children with Special Needs

Children who are more active throughout the day show better focus, better mental clarity, and memory.

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Justin Raymundo

KOMA Learns How Grit Helps Us Succeed

At KOMA, we have seen first hand how building resilience helps students reach their goals and allows them to transform into confident, passionate, and capable leaders.

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Justin Raymundo

The Black Belt Mentality

We believe our most important role is to help each student learn skills to be successful at school, at home, in the community, and most importantly, in their future. This is the black belt way.

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Master Ko

KOMA Learns from Brandon Calloway of Profile by Sanford

We reached out to Brandon Calloway of Profile by Sanford to give us his insight on how to promote sustainable health and fitness choices now and into the future.

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Justin Raymundo

3 Reasons Why Teenagers Should Do Martial Arts

The lifelong benefits of structured martial arts training are valuable for teenage students.

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Justin Raymundo

3 Reasons Why Your Child Needs a Consistent Schedule

Children just want to play and have fun which means they love chaos, right? Wrong.

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Master Ko

5 Ways Martial Arts Support Social and Emotional Learning

Important life lessons are learned in between the kicking and punching.

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Justin Raymundo

3 Reasons to Continue Martial Arts This Summer

As the school year comes to an end, our weekly routines will change and new schedules will begin.

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Master Ko

When Should We Allow Our Children to Quit?

iPad, iPhone, Xbox, Playstation, Nintendo, Snapchat, Instagram. Are these devices creating a culture of people who quit at the first glimpse of boredom?

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Master Ko

Why Shy People Should Do Martial Arts

I wish to share with you all how my Taekwondo journey has helped me, a shy and introverted person, broaden my horizons by gaining confidence in myself in an extrovert-oriented world.

Written By

Valerie Long

7 Things to Look for When Searching for a Martial Arts School for Your Child

Martial arts can be a great choice for children who doesn't connect with mainstream sports or could use a boost with important character traits like confidence or focus.

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Master Ko

5 Reasons Why Martial Arts Helps Children Learn Grit

If you have any interest in how to set your child up for success in the future, it is nearly impossible to not stumble across the word, “grit” in books, articles, and the internet. What exactly is grit?

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Master Ko