Teen Karate Program
Advanced martial arts training for teenagers—building real-world skills, leadership abilities, and the resilience needed to thrive in high school and beyond.
Why Teens Thrive at Ohana
The teen years come with unique challenges. Martial arts provides tools your teen will use for life.
Real Self-Defense
Practical techniques that work in real-world situations. Your teen gains confidence knowing they can protect themselves.
Stress Management
Physical training and mental focus techniques help your teen handle academic pressure, social stress, and the challenges of growing up.
Leadership Development
Opportunities to mentor younger students build leadership capabilities that colleges and employers value.
Physical Conditioning
Build strength, endurance, and flexibility—a healthy alternative to screens and sedentary activities.
What Your Teen Will Learn
Martial Arts Addresses Teen Challenges
The teenage years come with unique pressures—academic demands, social dynamics, identity formation, and physical changes. Here's how martial arts helps:
Academic Pressure
Martial arts provides a healthy outlet for stress while improving focus for studying.
Social Navigation
Build confidence and communication skills that help in friendships and relationships.
Identity Formation
Achieve meaningful goals through belt progression while developing character and values.
More Than Physical Training
At Ohana, your teen isn't just learning kicks and punches—they're developing life skills that matter:
- A positive peer group — Train alongside others who share your commitment to self-improvement
- Healthy stress outlet — Channel energy into productive physical activity instead of screens
- Mentorship relationships — Connect with instructors who care about their growth
- Achievement pathway — Work toward meaningful goals through belt progression
Many of our teen students report improved focus in school, better stress management, and increased confidence in social situations.
The Path to Black Belt
Many of our teen students begin their journey toward black belt—a multi-year commitment that builds discipline, perseverance, and a genuine sense of achievement that stands out on college applications.
Black belt preparation classes are available on Fridays for students ready to take this step.
Serving Middle & High School Students
We serve teen students from schools throughout Carbon Valley and the St. Vrain Valley School District:
Middle Schools
Thunder Valley K-8, Coal Ridge Middle, Mead Middle School, Erie Middle School
High Schools
Frederick High, Mead High, Erie High, Roosevelt High, Longmont High
Convenient after-school class times: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Ready to Help Your Teen Thrive?
Give your teen the tools they need for success. Schedule a free trial class and see the Ohana difference for yourself.
Ready to Join the Ohana Family?
Start your martial arts journey today with a free trial class. Experience the Ohana difference — where every student is family.
No credit card required • No contracts • Family & First Responder discounts