Business Details
Empowering Martial Arts Training in Lexington
At New Generation, we provide a compassionate, structured, and fun environment for martial arts training. Our approach emphasizes individual growth, safety, and non-competitive learning, ensuring each student reaches their full potential. With over 30 years of experience, Shihan Colleen P. LeMay leads our team in fostering confidence, respect, and self-empowerment through traditional martial arts. Our curriculum caters to all ages, from young children to adults, with a focus on foundational skills, self-defense, and character development.We prioritize student safety through rigorous instructor background checks and a commitment to personalized instruction. Our community values mutual support, positivity, and the application of martial arts principles to everyday life. Located in Lexington, we serve families seeking a holistic approach to martial arts education. Our students consistently achieve personal milestones, including black belt certifications, while building lifelong skills in discipline and resilience.
Services
Martial Arts Classes
Kids Programs
Black Belt Preparation
Teens & Adults Classes
Fitness Training
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of martial arts expertise with personalized instruction.
- Our school prioritizes student safety through CORI background-checked instructors.
- Curriculum builds confidence, self-discipline, and life skills for all ages.
- Classes foster a supportive, non-competitive community environment.
- Proven track record in guiding students to black belt achievements.
What people say
Developed confidence
Support each other
Positive environment
Character building
Lifelong skills
Services
Martial Arts Classes
Our martial arts classes teach traditional techniques, self-defense, and sparring in a structured, non-competitive environment. Students develop physical fitness, discipline, and confidence through personalized instruction. Programs adapt to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced black belt candidates.
Kids Programs
Specialized programs for children aged 5-12 build foundational skills, body awareness, and self-confidence. Classes emphasize listening, respect, and fun while preparing students for advanced martial arts training. Age-appropriate curricula ensure safe, progressive development.
Black Belt Preparation
By-invitation classes focus on refining self-defense techniques, sparring, and traditional weapons. Students develop maturity and technical proficiency required for black belt certification. Intensive partner drills and kobudo training prepare candidates for advanced martial arts mastery.
Teens & Adults Classes
Mixed-level classes for teens and adults emphasize fitness, traditional martial arts, and practical self-defense. Participants train together in a supportive environment, mastering sparring techniques and advanced forms. Classes accommodate all experience levels while promoting personal growth.
Fitness Training
Martial arts-based fitness programs improve strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular health. Training combines technical drills, conditioning exercises, and partner work to enhance physical performance. Sessions integrate mental focus and stress relief for holistic wellness.
People
Shihan Colleen P. LeMay
Owner/Head Instructor
Shihan Colleen LeMay, an Eight Degree Black Belt with 30+ years of experience, founded New Generation to teach martial arts as a tool for personal growth. Her student-centered approach emphasizes safety, technical precision, and character development. She actively connects martial arts principles to community building and everyday life skills.
Questions
What martial arts programs do you offer?
We offer traditional karate classes for children (5+), teens, and adults, including black belt preparation and fitness-focused training.
How do you ensure student safety?
All instructors undergo CORI background checks. Classes emphasize controlled techniques, proper form, and non-competitive learning environments for all skill levels.
What benefits do students gain?
Students develop confidence, discipline, self-defense skills, and improved physical fitness while learning respect and community values through martial arts.
Are instructors qualified?
Our instructors hold advanced black belt rankings and have extensive teaching experience, with Shihan Colleen LeMay leading as an Eight Degree Black Belt.
How do I enroll in classes?
Contact us via phone for registration details, class schedules, and program options tailored to your experience level and goals.
