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There’s no better place to be during Midwinter Recess than at our Winter Mega Fun Week!

Your child will experience non-stop action, excitement, and fun.

Just have a look at what we’re packing into a single week!

  • Board-breaking contest
  • Dodgeball tournament
  • Nerf gun war
  • Pizza party
  • Wii boxing match
  • Jumping/spinning kick contest
  • Wii bowling challenge
  • Popcorn and movie day
  • Limbo competition
  • Plus FREE field trips!

Spaces will fill up fast, so register today!

Holiday Schedule In Effect Dec 23 – Jan 1

Please note that Urban Martial Arts will be operating on a reduced class schedule over the holiday break:

Mon, Dec 23 – OPEN for karate and kickboxing
Tue, Dec 24 – CLOSED
Wed, Dec 25 – CLOSED
Thu, Dec 26 – OPEN for karate and kickboxing
Fri, Dec 27 – OPEN for kickboxing
Sat, Dec 28 – CLOSED
Mon, Dec 30 – OPEN for karate and kickboxing
Tue, Dec 31 – CLOSED
Wed, Jan 1 – CLOSED

On Thursday, January 2nd we will resume our usual class schedule. On that day our after-school program also resumes.

How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain This Year

How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain This Year

Worried about gaining weight this holiday season?

Turns out, you have reason to be concerned.

A recent study found that we gain an average of 1.5 pounds between Thanksgiving and Christmas, even if we exercise during that time.

But there are things you can do to avoid this holiday weight gain.

Here are some ideas from Web MD:

2. Divert Your Attention
Many people forget that there’s more to a holiday party than food, Goldberg tells WebMD. “Don’t look at the party as just a food event,” she says. “Enjoy your friends’ company or dancing. Focus on something other than food.” Finn agrees. She says chatting is a great diversion, whether you’re at a small family dinner or a large party. “Take your mind off of food and focus on the conversation.”

3. Pace Yourself
Have you ever tried telling yourself you’ll only eat during the first half hour of a party? Goldberg says this strategy is a mistake. “If you cram in as much as you can in half an hour, you chew faster. Chewing more slowly will fill you up with less food.”

Find 8 more great ways to avoid holiday weight gain in the article here.

And if you haven’t tried kickboxing before, check out our fitness kickboxing program!

Try one fitness kickboxing class absolutely free!

Just enter your email address below to view our class schedule and details, and to request a free class.

Be sure to confirm your request by clicking the link on the confirmation email you’ll receive from us.

Finding the Best After School Programs in Brooklyn

Finding the Best After School Programs in Brooklyn

Do you need help finding the best after-school programs in Brooklyn?

Then check out this video, full of useful tips on finding the right after-school program for your child:

Try our karate after-school program!

After School Programs in BrooklynThe Urban Martial Arts Transported Karate After-School Program includes free school pick-up, a free karate uniform, a free T-shirt, karate classes 5 days a week, and plenty of time for homework and snacks.

Just enter your email address below to view prices and details, and to request a free school tour.

Be sure to confirm your request by clicking the link on the confirmation email you’ll receive from us.


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Video from Our 2013 Halloween Party

Thanks to everyone who came out to our Halloween Party!

Joe the Magic Man put on an amazing performance as always, and our kids got to show off their dance moves.

Interested in karate for kids in Brooklyn NY? Learn more about our program.

Try a kids karate class for just $19.99!

KarateKidsKickingJust enter your email address below to view our class schedule and program details, and to request an orientation class.

Be sure to confirm your request by clicking the link on the confirmation email you’ll receive from us.

Urban Martial Arts at NY State Martial Arts Championships 2013

Congratulations to everyone who competed at the recent New York State Martial Arts Championship 2013!

For a few of our students, this was only their first or second tournament and as you’ll see in the video, they showed a lot of heart!

Great job, everybody! We look forward to seeing how you’ll do in the next tournament!

Just $179 for 6 Weeks of Classes!

KarateKidsKickingGet 6 weeks of karate classes, plus a free karate uniform and T-shirt ($60 value) for just $179! Enter your email address below to see schedule and details.

DETAILED TOURNAMENT RANKINGS

2ND PLACE
Donald Claireville (30-39 Advanced Mens Sparring)
Andrew Blake (30-39 Black Belt Mens Sparring)

3RD PLACE
Ma-Nya Scott (10-11 Black Belt Girls Sparring)
Esti Fruchter (10-11 Advanced Girls Sparring)

FINALISTS
Samuel Rodriguez (8-9 Beginner Boys Forms and Sparring)

You can view a full history of Urban Martial Arts’ tournament rankings here.

Veterans Day Karate Activity Camp on Monday, Nov 11, 2013

Veterans Day Karate Activity Camp

Looking for a way to keep your child active, engaged, and having fun while school is out on Monday, November 11th?

Then sign them up for our Veterans Day Karate Activity Camp!

It’s just $75 per child if you register by 12 pm on Saturday, November 9th.

Click below to instantly pay and register:

$75 Veterans Day Camp

What are the hours of the camp?
The main activities take place from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. But you can drop off as early as 8 am and pick as late as 6 pm.

What will my child do at the camp?
Campers will do cardio workouts and a 30-minute karate class. Throughout the day we do a lot of other exercise disguised as games to keep the kids active. Character development is a very important part of our camps. During this camp, we’ll focus on the theme of accountability. We’ll have discussions about accountability, do activities related to accountability, and complete written and arts projects related to accountability.

Is this an intensive sports training camp?
No, it’s not an intensive training camp. It’s an activity camp that incorporates elements of karate and fitness. So kids stay active, but they’re not literally working out every hour of the day.

Click below to instantly pay and register:

$75 Veterans Day Camp

Is this camp only open to existing Urban Martial Arts students?
No, this camp is open to all children – not just those already enrolled in our other programs. No previous karate experience is necessary.

Is lunch included in the camp?
No, all campers must pack their own lunch, snacks, and a water bottle.

What age students are eligible to participate in the camp?
The camp is open to students aged 4 and up.

What’s the tuition for the camp?
It’s $75 per child if you register by 12 pm on Saturday, November 9th. Campers who register on the day of will pay the full rate of $100.

Click below to instantly pay and register:

$75 Veterans Day Camp

Members: If you prefer, we can charge the fee to the card we have on file for you – just call us at 718-287-5500.

Or if you’d like to pay by cash or check, you can do that at the front desk.

Election Day Karate Activity Camp on Tuesday Nov 5, 2013

Election Day Karate Activity Camp

Looking for a way to keep your child active, engaged, and having fun while school is out on Tuesday, November 5th?

Then sign them up for our Election Day Karate Activity Camp!

It’s just $75 per child if you register by Monday, November 4th.

Interested in our Veterans Day Camp too on Monday, November 11th?

Pre-register for both camps for just $150! That’s a savings of 25%!

Click below to instantly pay and register:

$75 Election Day Camp Only

$150 Election and Veterans Day Camps

What are the hours of the camp?
The main activities take place from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. But you can drop off as early as 8 am and pick as late as 6 pm.

What will my child do at the camp?
Campers will do cardio workouts and a 30-minute karate class. Throughout the day we do a lot of other exercise disguised as games to keep the kids active. Character development is a very important part of our camps. During this camp, we’ll focus on the theme of courtesy. We’ll have discussions about courtesy, do activities related to courtesy, and complete written and arts projects related to courtesy.

Is this an intensive sports training camp?
No, it’s not an intensive training camp. It’s an activity camp that incorporates elements of karate and fitness. So kids stay active, but they’re not literally working out every hour of the day.

Click below to instantly pay and register:

$75 Election Day Camp Only

$150 Election and Veterans Day Camps

Is this camp only open to existing Urban Martial Arts students?
No, this camp is open to all children – not just those already enrolled in our other programs. No previous karate experience is necessary.

Is lunch included in the camp?
No, all campers must pack their own lunch, snacks, and a water bottle.

What age students are eligible to participate in the camp?
The camp is open to students aged 4 and up.

What’s the tuition for the camp?
It’s $75 per child if you register by Monday, November 4th. If you pre-register for both the Election Day and the Veterans Day camps, it’s just $150 – that’s a savings of 25%! Campers who register on the day of will pay the full rate of $100.

Click below to instantly pay and register:

$75 Election Day Camp Only

$150 Election and Veterans Day Camps

Members: If you prefer, we can charge the fee to the card we have on file for you – just call us at 718-287-5500.

Or if you’d like to pay by cash or check, you can do that at the front desk.