The vision of Mike Bogdanski’s Martial Arts is to give our community of students a chance to increase their physical health, to protect themselves and their families and to live their life through using character guidelines such as integrity, perseverance and respect.

Mike Bogdanski and Kristin Duethorn have designed the school to be an achievement center that teaches modern self-defense and life-skills such as goal setting, a commitment to attitude of constant personal improvement, and the possession of an indomitable spirit. These values will enable each student to have a rich and fulfilling life, occupation and family relationships.

Traditional values and Modern Self defense

Our martial arts system teaches Korean Tang Soo Do as our base system. We are proud members of the United States Goodwill Tang Soo Do Association. This ancient art has a long history and is most well known for a practitioner you may have heard of- Chuck Norris! Our program integrates a unique fusion of karate, judo, aikido, kickboxing, Philippine Kali and Brazilian Jiu Jutsu to make a practical and efficient means to defend yourself in most any situation. To read more about these systems click here.

Health and Fitness

No matter if you are five or sixty-five, Strength, Conditioning, and Flexibility are benefits a student can expect to receive with our training. Every muscle group is strengthened and stretched with the exercises, movements, techniques, and training drills that are incorporated into our curriculum. Your endurance and stamina will peak as we increase your cardiovascular conditioning. All these physical benefits on your body will be felt in your daily life and activities, and will increase your energy and confidence.

Instructors

Our instructors here at Mike Bogdanski’s Martial Arts are trained specifically as professional teachers, who also train in classes themselves. All instructors are trained in CPR, first aid and are AED certified. Our staff has monthly training in the psychology of success and train in the latest martial arts technology. Motivating themselves and others to achieve Black Belt success in class and in life is the main focus of every teacher. On going training allows our instructors to stay on the cutting edge of new techniques, martial arts principles and exercise science. Mike Bogdanski’s Martial Arts instructors are professionals and experts in what they teach... so you can expect the best out of us every day!

Just Another Kid Sport- Think Again!

Our martial arts program is not just another after school activity but personal development through physical and mental self discipline. Our classes help kids increase their focus and develop courage through the positive male and female role models in our school. Students learn to set and to achieve goals, taking small steps that help develop self-confidence, self-control, and a high level of integrity. Our expectations are clearly presented, taught and tested regularly, and connect a student’s progress at home and at school.

The foundation of our school is to first develop the character, the integrity, and the honor of the student allowing them to grow mentally, emotionally and physically while gaining skills for a lifetime. Learning attributes like perseverance help students to develop a non-quitting attitude and to overcome adversities and other life challenges. By having confidence and character students will have the ability to make good decisions when confronted with negative peer pressure and become leaders not followers.

Isn’t Karate Just For Kids?

Our adult classes are filled with adults, both men and women. Many of our instructors are parents who started their kids in our program. It’s been said that martial arts classes are like taking a forty-five minute vacation from life. Covering the three components of fitness-muscular strength, cardiovascular fitness and flexibility in a positive high energy class, will help you feel great almost immediately and at the same time learn some great self defense skills.

No One Sits The Bench

Everyone “plays” here at martial arts class. This school treats everyone like an individual. Some students come to lose weight, some to increase self-confidence, some to gain more self-control, and some for self defense.

Whatever your reason, it’s the right reason to join.

What Are You Waiting For?

Call or email right now to join. We have a free online offer if you sign right now! Click here on Free Offer to be directed to the online sign up page. An increased fitness level, a high-energy class and success coaching are only a click away. You don’t have to be in shape to join and no experience is necessary. Call 860.928.9218 to get more information on our trial course and to talk to our staff of professional instructors or visit us at 75 Railroad street in Putnam, Connecticut. Click here for directions.

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