Coupon:  Enjoy 1 free week of classes!      Please look at our programs listed below and call us at   717-597-1937.                  Our Martial Arts programs:         School Profile: Thompson's Karate Studio is a family owned business founded in 1990 by Herbert Thompson (a 5th degree Black Belt). Mr. Thompson has been teaching Tae Kwon Do and related martial arts programs to the Washington County and Franklin County areas for over 20 years.  Thompson's Karate Studio has been teaching adults and children Tae Kwon Do and self defense by incorporating other styles such as Jujitsu, Akido, and Krav Maga tactical training into our program.   We are professionally affiliated with the Martial Arts Industry Association.  Our staff attend seminars to provide the best possible programs for our students.        Mighty Ninjas Program (ages 4-6): Our specialized Mighty Ninjas program includes age-appropriate material that's designed to target the stages of development in children from ages 4 to 6.  This program was professionally developed to teach children important life skills in a fun and entertaining way.  Between pre-school and early elementary education, children are building 8 basic fundamental skills including, focus, teamwork, control, memory, balance, discipline, fitness, and coordination.  Studies have shown that these 8 skills are developed the most within this age group, which increases the child's growth and development dramatically. The Mighty Ninjas Program targets these skills with a comprehensive training system that was specially designed to generate maximum results.  Any child who completes this program will have an edge in their early childhood, which will make the transition into adolescence much easier.       Youth Program (ages 7-12): This program is well rounded touching on all the things that a person of this age could want to hear and see.  Our Youth Program includes age-appropriate material that was designed to target the stages of development in children in this age group.  This program as professionally developed to improve kid's self-esteem, self-discipline, personal development, fitness and flexibility, awareness of surroundings, and confidence. Martial arts are not like team sports because the emphasis is on developing the individual's self-esteem, not the team's winning record.  The belt system is the key.  When kids earn their belts it gives them a great sense of accomplishment that really improves the way they feel about themselves.        Adult Program (ages 13 and up): Stress Reduction through Exercise In our everyday hectic lives we need a way to relieve stress and just relax.  Many Americans work 40 plus hours per week.  The work load doesn't stop there.  Full time jobs, full time parents, give little chance to unwind and find the inner strength to do other things in your life.  Many adults have found Thompson's Karate Studio to be the invigorating and exciting change they need to be able to relieve stress and refocus their lives.  In fact, many people have found themselves leading more productive lives because of it.   Diversified Self-Defense Curriculum  Through our diversified self-defense curriculum you'll build confidence and a positive self-image. Courage is the maker of a Black Belt.  It is a measure of your heart, your desire, your inner strength.  Courage will keep you from being intimidated by the prospect of a threat or failure.  Fear is a natural part of life, but it can drive you to perform better if you have the courage to face it.   Self-Discipline and Respect At Thompson's Karate Studio we teach the philosophy that respect of one's self and others is of the utmost importance.  All students follow a student creed. Students learn to set goals and be self-motivating in achieving them.  Students at Thompson's Karate Studio develop a positive attitude and have the confidence to resist peer pressure and the desire to give up no matter what the situation.  We promote a healthy life style and activities that benefit their well being.      Our Staff: Herb Thompson - Master Instructor Jason  Durham- Chief Instructor Miss Cortney - Instructor   Mr. Connor - Assistant Instructor  Kendra Thompson- Business/Marketing Manager