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41 Years
experience
Kids Karate Classes in Ozone Park & Hicksville | Go For It Martial Arts
Go For It Martial Arts has been dedicated to empowering children and adults through martial arts for over four decades. Founded in 1985 by Grandmaster Gustavo Larrea, our academy specializes in karate programs designed to cultivate essential life skills such as unshakable confidence, iron discipline, and laser focus. Our certified instructors deliver a curriculum that combines traditional martial arts techniques with modern strength and agility training, ensuring students develop both physical and mental resilience. Recognized for our award-winning bully prevention strategies and family-friendly environment, we prioritize safety with state-of-the-art facilities and certified staff.With locations in Ozone Park and Hicksville, NY, we offer tailored programs for preschoolers, juniors, teens, and adults, fostering academic success and personal growth through structured repetition and engaging activities. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in the thousands of students we've trained, including over 20,000 kids, and our team's extensive industry experience.
Services
Kids Karate
Adult Karate
Bully Prevention
Black Belt Journeys
Family Martial Arts
Self-Defense Training
Character Development
Strength & Agility
Birthday Parties
Fitness Classes
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer a proven curriculum with over 40 teaching strategies to enhance focus and discipline.
- Our certified instructors prioritize safety with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
- Award-winning bully prevention program teaches practical self-defense strategies.
- Family martial arts classes foster bonding and shared growth opportunities.
- Bi-weekly progress meetings ensure personalized attention and tailored development plans.
What people say
Incredible confidence growth
Excellent instructors
Improved school focus
Supportive environment
Fun yet structured classes
Services
Kids Karate
Our kids karate program teaches children aged 3-12 essential life skills through structured martial arts training. Students develop unshakable confidence, iron discipline, and laser focus while learning self-defense techniques. The curriculum incorporates fun, engaging activities that improve physical strength, agility, and mental resilience, fostering academic success and positive social interactions.
Bully Prevention
The award-winning Street Smart Safe Kids Program equips children with practical strategies to handle bullying situations. Through role-playing and scenario-based drills, students learn verbal de-escalation techniques, assertiveness skills, and safe physical defenses. This program emphasizes confidence-building and situational awareness to help kids navigate social challenges effectively.
Adult Karate
Adult karate classes focus on self-defense, physical fitness, and mental discipline. Participants learn practical techniques for real-world scenarios while improving cardiovascular health, strength, and flexibility. The program fosters stress relief, confidence building, and a supportive community environment for adults of all experience levels.
Black Belt Journeys
This structured program guides students through progressive belt rankings toward black belt achievement. Each level emphasizes technical proficiency, character development, and leadership skills. Instructors provide personalized feedback to ensure mastery of techniques, fostering perseverance and goal-oriented mindset in a supportive, challenging environment.
Family Martial Arts
Family martial arts classes offer a shared learning experience for parents and children. These sessions promote bonding through collaborative training while addressing individual skill development. The curriculum balances fun and discipline, teaching mutual respect, teamwork, and healthy lifestyle habits in an inclusive, intergenerational setting.
Questions
What age groups do your karate classes accommodate?
We offer programs for children as young as 3, juniors (6-12), teens, and adults, including family martial arts classes.
Does your program help with bullying prevention?
Yes, our award-winning Street Smart Safe Kids Program teaches practical self-defense and verbal de-escalation techniques to address bullying situations.
Are there trial classes available for new students?
We offer a free 2-week trial with no obligation, including a complimentary uniform and facility tour.
How do you ensure student safety during training?
Our facilities feature safety floors, certified instructors, and surveillance systems to maintain a secure learning environment for all students.
Can martial arts improve academic performance?
Yes, our curriculum uses 40+ teaching strategies to enhance focus and discipline, which parents report translates to improved school performance.
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