The Youth Personal Defense Program
6 weeks. Ages 7–12. Starting January 2027 Real skills, real confidence — taught by a 7th Degree Black Belt
Personal Defense and Martial Arts - What's the Difference
The CenterPoint Youth Program is a 6-week journey designed specifically for children ages 7–12. Students don't just learn techniques — they develop a personalized self-defense strategy built around their own strengths and capabilities.
Every class emphasizes the life skills that matter most: self-respect, discipline, focus, and critical thinking. With a strong emphasis on anti-bullying and escape strategies, students leave each session more confident, more aware, and more prepared. The Centerpoint Personal Defense Method is built on martial arts fundamentals, skills and techniques, but is NOT a martial art. Our founder has multiple black belts in three different martial arts styles: Tae-Kwon-Do, Tang-So-Do, Kempo. His experience includes training and certification in: JuJitSu (Brazilian and Japanese),
Program Details
- Ages
- 7–12 years old
- Duration
- 6 weeks
- Start Date
- January 2027
- Instructor
- 7th Degree Black Belt — Founder
- Class Size
- Small groups for personalized attention
- Completion
- Testing & Certificate Presentation
What Your Child Will Learn
A carefully structured progression — each week builds on the last, culminating in a personalized self-defense strategy and certification.
The Center Point & Points of Balance
Every self-defense system begins here. Students discover the center point — the core of all movement and technique — and learn how controlling balance (their own and an opponent's) is the foundation of effective self-defense.
The I Pattern, Push/Pull & Movement
Students master the I pattern, push/pull dynamics, circle/line principles, and the snake pattern. Footwork and hand/arm mechanics are introduced — the building blocks of fluid, effective movement.
Scenario Training & Partner Practice
Skills meet reality. Students apply what they've learned in guided scenario training with partners, building muscle memory, timing, and the confidence to respond calmly under pressure.
Escape Training & Offense vs. Defense
A critical week focused on escape — from grabs, holds, and bullying situations. Students learn when to defend, when to escape, and how to make smart decisions in the moment.
Weapons Awareness & Scenario Practice
Age-appropriate weapons awareness and defense principles. Advanced scenario training integrates all skills learned so far in realistic, practical situations.
Personalized Practice, Testing & Certification
Students refine their own personal self-defense strategy, prepare for their skills test, and earn their certificate. A celebration of growth, discipline, and hard-earned confidence.
Skills for Life
Anti-Bullying Strategies
Practical tools to recognize, avoid, and respond to bullying — physically and verbally.
Escape Techniques
How to break free from grabs, holds, and threatening situations safely and effectively.
Self-Respect
Confidence that comes from knowing you can protect yourself and others.
Discipline
The focus and commitment to show up, practice, and improve — on and off the mat.
Critical Thinking
Situational awareness and smart decision-making under pressure.
Personal Strategy
A self-defense plan built around your child's unique strengths and capabilities.
Secure Your Child's Spot
Enrollment for the January 2027 session is now open. Class sizes are kept small to ensure every student gets personalized attention.
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