Frequently Asked Questions

  • What's the difference between KUBS and Junior martial arts classes?

    KUBS Classes are designed for children ages 4½ to 7 and focus on building focus, listening skills, and basic movements through engaging drills. Junior Classes teach the full Armored Warrior Martial Arts system from White Belt through Black Belt, combining Taekwondo, kickboxing, and self-defense for older students.
  • How does Taekwondo training build confidence in students?

    Taekwondo training builds confidence through progressive skill mastery, structured goal-setting from belt to belt, and practical applications in sparring and partner drills. At Kick Start Martial Arts, students develop mental focus and self-assurance as they overcome challenges and refine techniques over time.
  • What age should a child start martial arts classes?

    Children as young as 4½ can begin martial arts through the KUBS program, which introduces fundamentals in a fun, age-appropriate way. At Kick Start Martial Arts, younger students develop coordination and listening skills, while older children progress through structured belt training.
  • What is the Armored Warrior Martial Arts system?

    The Armored Warrior Martial Arts system blends Taekwondo techniques, kickboxing skills, and adaptive self-defense strategies into one comprehensive training approach. Students learn through structured drills, forms, and partner exercises that prepare them for real-world defensive situations while building discipline and coordination.
  • How does Haganah Israeli self-defense differ from Taekwondo?

    Haganah focuses on practical, real-world self-defense including hand-to-hand combat, weapons-based scenarios, and street situations, while Taekwondo emphasizes traditional striking, forms, and sparring. At Kick Start Martial Arts, Haganah students train through a four-month rotation with conditioning, agility drills, and defensive techniques targeting vulnerable points.
  • What should kids expect during their first martial arts class?

    During their first class, students learn basic movements, practice listening and following instructions, and participate in simple drills designed to build coordination and confidence. At Kick Start Martial Arts, beginners are introduced to core values like respect and perseverance in a supportive, structured environment.
  • Can adults take Taekwondo classes or is it just for kids?

    Adults can absolutely take Taekwondo classes at Kick Start Martial Arts, where programs are structured to support students of all ages and skill levels. Adult students improve fitness, flexibility, mental focus, and practical self-defense skills while progressing from beginner through advanced training.
  • How long does it take to earn a black belt in Taekwondo?

    The time to earn a black belt varies based on training frequency, effort, and individual progress, but students typically train for several years through structured belt levels. At Kick Start Martial Arts, Junior and adult programs guide students from White Belt through Black Belt with consistent skill development and character growth.
  • What do students learn in private martial arts lessons?

    Private lessons offer personalized one-on-one instruction in Taekwondo techniques, kickboxing skills, Israeli self-defense, and specialized defensive tactics like knife and pistol defense. At Kick Start Martial Arts, private training allows for faster skill development and technique refinement tailored to the student's specific goals.
  • Does martial arts training help kids with focus and discipline at school?

    Yes, martial arts training reinforces focus, self-control, listening skills, and respect, which directly translate to improved behavior and performance in school. At Kick Start Martial Arts, students develop perseverance and positive habits through structured drills and character-building exercises that support academic success.
  • What makes Israeli self-defense effective in real situations?

    Haganah Israeli self-defense emphasizes quick, practical responses to real-life threats, including street attacks and weapons-based scenarios. Training develops muscle memory through precision drills, teaches students to avoid strikes and target vulnerable points, and incorporates the use of everyday objects for defense.
  • Are summer martial arts camps in Eagan open to the public?

    Yes, summer camps at Kick Start Martial Arts are open to both current students and the public. Camps run for three to four weeks and include martial arts training, outdoor activities, field trips, arts and crafts, and games in a structured, active environment.
  • What's the difference between KUBS Classes and Junior Classes at Kick Start?

    KUBS Classes are designed for ages 4½ to 7 and focus on basic movements, coordination, and listening skills through interactive drills. Junior Classes teach the full Armored Warrior Martial Arts system from White Belt through Black Belt, combining Taekwondo, kickboxing, and self-defense with partner drills and practical applications.
  • What is the Armored Warrior Martial Arts system?

    The Armored Warrior Martial Arts system blends Taekwondo techniques, kickboxing skills, and adaptive self-defense strategies into one structured progression. Students train through drills, forms, and partner exercises that build both striking ability and real-world defensive responses from beginner through Black Belt levels.
  • How does Haganah Israeli Self-Defense training work?

    Haganah classes follow a four-month rotation cycle that teaches the complete system through progressive sessions. Training includes agility drills, combative techniques, precision muscle-memory exercises, hand-to-hand defense, and responses to street scenarios including weapons-based situations, emphasizing quick defense and vulnerable point targeting.
  • Can adults with no martial arts experience start Taekwondo classes?

    Programs are structured to support beginners through advanced students, allowing each person to progress at their own pace. Training covers striking techniques, footwork, forms, and sparring drills while building balance, flexibility, and conditioning regardless of prior martial arts background.
  • What skills do young kids actually learn in KUBS Classes?

    Students ages 4½ to 7 learn basic martial arts movements, beginner techniques, and simple combinations through interactive drills. Activities focus on developing focus, listening skills, coordination, self-control, and positive habits while introducing core character values like integrity and perseverance.
  • What's included in private martial arts lessons?

    Private lessons offer one-on-one instruction in Taekwondo techniques, kickboxing skills, Israeli self-defense, knife defense, and pistol defense strategies. Training is tailored to your specific goals and allows for personalized coaching, faster skill development, and technique refinement unavailable in group settings.
  • What does a typical Haganah training session include?

    Sessions begin with aerobic conditioning and precision drills to develop muscle memory and mind-body coordination. Training then progresses to agility drills, strength exercises, hand-to-hand defensive techniques, and practical responses to real-life scenarios, following the four-month system rotation.
  • How do Junior Classes prepare students for real-world situations?

    Junior Classes incorporate partner drills and application exercises that demonstrate how techniques function outside of forms. Students practice adaptive self-defense strategies alongside traditional Taekwondo and kickboxing, learning to respond effectively while building discipline, leadership, and personal responsibility.
  • What makes Lifeflow Fusion Yoga different from regular yoga classes?

    Lifeflow Fusion is a non-verbal, choreographed yoga flow enhanced by aromatherapy, candlelight, and music. The class combines movement, breathing, and rhythm into a guided experience focused on flexibility, balance, and mental clarity, making it accessible to all fitness and experience levels.
  • What happens during Before & After School Kick Starters?

    Students from Kindergarten through Middle School participate in martial arts training, homework time, arts and crafts, snacks, and group activities in a structured environment. Transportation is provided from local schools to the facility, offering working families safe supervision and skill development after school hours.
  • Are Summer Camps only for current martial arts students?

    Summer Camps are open to both current students and the public. Three to four week sessions combine martial arts training with outdoor recreation, arts and crafts, games, field trips, and activities like fishing, allowing kids to stay active and engaged while developing skills.
  • How does Taekwondo training build confidence in kids?

    Structured skill progressions allow students to master techniques at their own pace, creating measurable achievements from beginner through Black Belt. Sparring drills, forms, and partner work develop both physical ability and mental focus, while discipline and respect reinforce personal growth throughout training.