Michigan City ATA Tigers Program AT Diamond Martial Arts Discover the Perfect Fun, Supportive, and Educational Activity for Your Child!
Empower your little one through Michigan City’s official ATA Tigers program. Specially developed by the American Taekwondo Association for early childhood development, our classes channel boundless energy into foundational life skills. Under the patient guidance of our certified instructors, your child will build motor skills, listening habits, and early confidence through high-energy, age-appropriate Songahm Taekwondo—all while having a blast in a safe, nurturing environment.
Michigan City ATA Tigers Program AT Diamond Martial Arts Discover the Perfect Fun, Supportive, and Educational Activity for Your Child!
Empower your little one through Michigan City’s official ATA Tigers program. Specially developed by the American Taekwondo Association for early childhood development, our classes channel boundless energy into foundational life skills. Under the patient guidance of our certified instructors, your child will build motor skills, listening habits, and early confidence through high-energy, age-appropriate Songahm Taekwondo—all while having a blast in a safe, nurturing environment.
Get more information about our classes and schedule on the next page!
Is your child ready for these positive transformations?
Diamond Martial Arts enhances their ability to maintain precise control of their movements, preventing unintentional destructiveness.
At Diamond Martial Arts, we empower children to conquer challenges with unwavering focus and a determined spirit, ensuring they excel in every task they take on.
Diamond Martial Arts provides a wonderful opportunity for your child to make new friends while learning valuable skills, promoting social interaction and teamwork in an enjoyable setting.
RESULTS AND GROWTH WITH EVERY CLASS!
Is your young one brimming with boundless energy? Our ATA Tigers classes provide the ideal outlet—channeling that enthusiasm into foundational focus, listening habits, and motor skills within a fun, nurturing environment. Beyond punches and kicks, we are dedicated to building core values like respect, discipline, and self-control that will benefit your child at home, in the classroom, and beyond.
At Diamond Martial Arts, confidence grows step-by-step as students achieve meaningful goals and celebrate every breakthrough. Our structured ranking system gives little martial artists a clear, rewarding path forward—boosting their self-esteem every time they earn a new rank.
See the step-by-step belt progression for our ATA Tigers program:
WHY DO PARENTS CHOOSE OUR CLASSES?
Diamond Martial Arts is conveniently located nearby, and we’ve tailored our class schedule to fit the rhythms of your daily life. We aim to make your martial arts experience as smooth and accessible as possible.
At Diamond Martial Arts, you’ll find top-notch facilities and some of the best instructors around, all in a setting where safety’s a big deal. It’s the kind of place parents feel good about.
Here at Diamond Martial Arts, we’re not just teaching kicks and punches; we’re helping kids pick up life skills that’ll stick with them. It’s about shaping confident, resilient young folks parents can be proud of.
SEE HOW Diamond Martial Arts STACKS UP
Explore our comparison between martial arts and traditional sports to see why martial arts could be a more beneficial and fulfilling choice for your child's overall growth and development.
Traditional sports sometimes focus more on physical prowess and less on the holistic development of a child, potentially neglecting important aspects like emotional intelligence and personal character development.
Team selections and competitive play can sometimes lead to exclusion or benching of less skilled players, which can be disheartening and impact their enthusiasm for physical activity.
A strong focus on winning can overshadow the importance of teamwork, sportsmanship, and simply enjoying the game, which are vital aspects of sports for children.
In team sports, individual attention from coaches can be limited, which may hinder the personal skill development and confidence of less naturally talented children.
Martial arts is a great way for kids to improve their strength, flexibility, and overall physical fitness in an enjoyable and dynamic setting.
As children master new skills and earn belts, their confidence soars. This sense of achievement helps build their self-esteem and belief in their abilities.
Regular practice of martial arts requires discipline and concentration, skills that are transferable to all areas of life, including academic performance.
Children learn to respect their instructors and peers, fostering an environment of mutual respect. They also develop better listening skills, which are crucial for learning and social interactions.
STUDYING MARTIAL ARTS BUILDS PHYSICAL COORDINATION AND CONTROL
Young children who learn martial arts at Diamond Martial Arts find out quickly that each movement must be intentional. They learn to control their movements to the best of their ability.
They also practice hand-eye coordination and learn about their bodies. That means they’ll be less likely to be unintentionally destructive.
Diamond Martial Arts STUDENTS LEARN HOW TO FOCUS
Getting young kids to pay attention can feel like an impossible task. The structure of our martial arts classes shows kids the importance of focus and teaches them by having them apply it to easily-achievable tasks.
The focus they learn on our mats is something they’ll take home – and into the classroom. That’s why kids who study martial arts tend to be good students, too.
MARTIAL ARTS HELPS KIDS LEARN TO DEAL WITH FRUSTRATION
Diamond Martial Arts requires students to pursue goals to earn new belts. Young kids can easily become frustrated when they don’t get what they want, but studying martial arts helps them learn the power of persistence.
The physical activity in our classes also helps kids manage stress and anxiety by allowing them to burn it off in a safe and constructive way.
KIDS WHO ATTEND Diamond Martial Arts LEARN GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP
Losing is not anybody’s idea of fun, but we all need to learn how to accept a defeat gracefully and move on. We teach students that losing is part of life – and it’s what you do after you lose that tells people who you are.
Even though martial arts is an individual sport, we cultivate an environment of supportive teamwork where students root for one another.
MEMBER REVIEWS OF Diamond Martial Arts
Dive into the real stories! Check out genuine reviews from our martial arts family and see for yourself the difference we're making in lives every day. Don't just take our word for it!
A wonderful place for children to learn respect, discipline, and how to protect themselves. The masters here are amazing and have patience and a loving, caring attitude, while passionately teaching them the skills needed.
I was with this class from the beginning up until a few months ago and have many fond memories from my time with Instructor Joseph Lanning and my fellow students. I learned many things through his Taekwondo class that have helped me with day to day life and work. My balance improved significantly, I actually gained some muscle for the first time in my life, and my confidence skyrocketed. I was able to do things that I'd never dreamed possible. Not things you'd expect either, like jump kicks and board breaking. I learned those as well but I also found that I could speak out in front of people; lead groups through forms and training. I could encourage and help others the same way that they learned to encourage and help me. Building people up is a skill that trancends any form of sport and one that I continue to practice every day.
Breaking bricks on fire at a fair is pretty cool too though. Just saying. You should totally try it out!
My kids both attend. Joe works with each child to make sure everyone enjoys the class, and is also willing to work with parents to make sure the children are learning respect and discipline. Adjusting their class as time goes, hands on with each student.
What a great environment for self development for youth in the community! I appreciate the healthy guidance and support for building habits of character. This is our first month and the owner allowed us to try a session. It was fun. I look forward to upcoming classes and events.
My daughter and I are students of Instructor Lanning. Great school to get in shape, learn a martial art, and have fun in the process.
I had so much fun joining in the sample of activity at the ribbon cutting! Who knew as a parent I learned so much more than I thought. Watching and practicing with my daughter as she was growing up, I had to stay for the class, so I knew what and how to help my child practice. The memories came flooding back!!! Thank you for being a part of this event and adding to our community!!!!
Diamond martial arts is so much fun. I’ve been able to go and work on my weight loss journey without any judgment. I have a lot of Health issues and they are so accommodating. I started going because I signed my daughter up first. It was really cool to see how good they are at keeping the kids focused and disciplined while still having fun. Another big bonus is that they are a so much more affordable the other schools in the area I checked.
My son is 12. He had been in karate for 1 year before his dojo closed. This dojo teaches Taekwondo but works with students of all ranks from beginners to people with much more expertise. They will gladly accept former karate students and help them make the transition to Taekwondo with confidence. There are multiple different plans to choose from depending on what works best for your schedule, your skill level, and your affordability.
Great environment focused on getting the most out of the students while keeping the class enjoyable. The instructor is very knowledgeable, approachable, and friendly. My son has been loving class and learning a lot. I'm enjoying watching his skill set grow. I highly recommend this dojo if you're considering joining martial arts for the first time or continuing your journey. At the very least, pop in one night and check out the class and the dojo.
I joined this class for the physical activity. I ended up really liking the class. Instructor Joe Lanning is very knowledgeable, black belt, many years experience! He is patient and lets you go at your own pace. Highly recommended trying it, you may like it.
Instructor Joe Lanning was one of my teachers for over a decade in Tae Kwon Do. His dedication is unparalleled and is an amazing martial artist. Not to mention he is one of the best instructors i have ever met.
I trained for years and then in 2019 I almost died from a terrible brain tumor. They had to go through my eardrum and it destroyed my balance and I had to learn to walk again also made me mostly deaf and living in chronic nerve pain. I thought I was gonna hang up my belt and be done forever.
I was encouraged by our Master not to give up. So I got back into it starting slowly by working on balance. Years later on back, jumping on one leg again teaching and training with our students. Gods grace saved me but Tae kwon do gave me my life back.
Age doesn't matter! I love these classes. Went to introductory class and never looked back. The instructors accommodate for physical challenges if you have any. I practice discipline, form, courtesy and functional fitness.
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FAQs
Martial arts for young children focuses on developing fundamental motor skills, balance, and coordination in a fun and engaging way. It also fosters discipline, respect, and confidence at an early age.
Absolutely. Our classes are tailored for young children, with a strong emphasis on safety. Instructors are trained to work with this age group, ensuring activities are age-appropriate and conducted in a controlled environment.
Children will learn basic martial arts techniques, which include gentle stretches, simple kicks and punches, and basic forms. Classes also incorporate fun games and activities to keep children engaged and enjoying their learning experience.
Encouragement and interest in your child’s progress go a long way. You can support them by establishing a routine for class attendance, practicing basic moves with them at home, and celebrating their achievements, both big and small.
Martial arts is more than just physical activity; it's a holistic approach to early childhood development. It helps in improving focus and listening skills, which can be beneficial in academic settings. Additionally, it fosters social skills through group activities and teaches children about setting and achieving goals, enhancing their sense of accomplishment and self-esteem.
MORE BENEFITS OF Diamond Martial Arts
Kids learn how to listen respectfully to others without interruptions.
Students of Diamond Martial Arts learn the value of discipline as they pursue clearly-defined goals.
Martial arts instruction teaches kids how to accept defeat and learn from their mistakes.
Diamond Martial Arts helps kids build core strength, balance, and physical coordination.
Get more information about our classes and schedule on the next page!