Instead of giving into the moodiness and attitude, take them to our martial arts school instead! Does Your Teenager Need Help Becoming Their Best Selves?
Teenagers are smart and capable – but they can also be their own worst enemies. Between peer pressure, their innate urge to rebel against their parents, and their surging hormones, they can be impossible to be around. But all they need is an outlet for their frustrations – and an opportunity to learn how to be their best.
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HELP IN ONE OF THESE AREAS?
They make hasty, poorly-considered decisions and need to have better judgment.
They’re being bullied at school – or they’re the one doing the bullying. They don’t get enough exercise or need to lose weight.
They have low self-esteem and seem to be down all the time. They give up when things get difficult and fail to meet their goals.
RAISING A TEENAGER REQUIRES PERSISTENCE & PATIENCE
LUCKILY THERE IS A COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTION…
It can test your sanity even at the best of times. Yet, you want the best for your teenager. You want them to have the tools they need to succeed now and later in life – and you’d like that to happen without having to pull out all your hair in the process. Getting them to do anything you want them to do can feel utterly impossible, and you’re not sure where to start.
Studying martial arts helps kids learn how to overcome their problems and learn important lessons – the kind of lessons that will follow them to your home, to the classroom, and for the rest of their lives.
YOUR TEEN WILL GROW WITH EVERY CLASS!
Teenagers who study martial arts learn the benefits of self-control and discipline with every lesson. Our classes emphasize core values like discipline, respect, and persistence. Students learn that the way they treat others – in and out of the dojo – reflects on them as people and affects their ability to achieve their goals.
LEARN THE VALUE OF RESPECTING THEMSELVES & OTHERS
Teens sometimes seem to be all attitude and no respect – in fact, it can seem like they go out of the way to respect all authority figures.
In our martial arts school, respect is a core discipline. Students must treat their instructor and fellow students with respect at all times.
Ultimately, teens who study martial arts learn that when they respect themselves, others will respect them, too.
JUDGMENT IS AN ESSENTIAL SKILL IN MARTIAL ARTS
Whether they’re in a martial arts class or in a competition, the difference between a good performance and a poor one often comes down to judgment.
Students learn how to make judgments on the fly using the information they have on hand in conjunction with their training.
They also learn how to differentiate between good instincts and bad ones – and to use that information to make judgments.
GET YOUR KIDS OFF THE COUCH AND INTO MARTIAL ARTS
It might seem like your teenager would happily spend all day sitting on the couch playing video games or posting on social media.
The electronics epidemic might be a good thing in many ways, but teenagers still need physical activity to stay fit and healthy.
Martial arts classes provide teens with challenging workouts in a fun, social setting that rivals any video game.
HOW TO SET (AND ACHIEVE) GOALS
Teens sometimes seem not to care about setting goals either in the short-term or the long-term.
The study of martial arts requires them to pursue goals on a regular basis. Each skill they learn, and each belt they earn, represents a goal that they have achieved.
Goal-setting in this way provides teens with the tools they need to set achievable goals in school, at home, and in life.
SEE WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY
See what our members are saying! Browse through the reviews to get a glimpse of the United Shaolin Kempo Karate experience straight from our community.
Best value for local martial arts school by far!! Excellent teaching and learning at your own pace. Very much a family atmosphere, myself and my two youngest boys attended and had a wonderful experience! Highly recommended !! I would give ten Star review if I could!!!
Nice place, very well organized, a lot of space and great professors!!
The instructor is extremely knowledgeable, skilled, welcoming, & friendly. This is a family-friendly atmosphere, and the instructor is great with kids & adults alike. Everyone is encouraged to learn at their own comfortable rate. The owner & instructor (Paul) has extensive real-life experience working in law-enforcement. Whether you're a complete beginner, or a seasoned pro, this is the best self-defense school in New England. A family oriented training facility with very nice pricing.
I have known Paul for many years. What most impresses me is his modest, gentle and patient nature. I know he will teach the importance of "both Tiger and Dragon" to his students.
Great teacher!!! Really gets the kids interested and excited about karate!
The knowledge taught here is timeless and important . I have the ultimate respect for this school .
My Son has been here for many years and I have all the confidence in the World he is in the best school in our area. Very affordable school with Instructors who care without stereotypical egos, safety minded and the belts are earned giving the students a real sense of accomplishment.
Great studio, instructor and students. Great place to get in shape and learn martial arts.
This dojo is a hidden gem. Paul is a kind, fun and accomplished sensei. Your fellow classmates will all helpful and welcoming. I went for about a year when I lived there and it was the saddest thing to give up when I moved away. Wonderful for children, teens and adults.
Years ago I studied under Paul Alagna and I still treasure my experience as a student with him. Whether it was the basics or advanced techniques that were taught.... I feel that I still really have a good foundation of martial arts because of him and United Shaolin Kempo. Paul is an excellent communicator, a very patient person, and has a very long, legitimate and consistent history of being a real Sifu.
Been to classes here the instructor is very dedicated . I have found him to be caring and concerned about his students. A very hands on approach with an incredible amount of guidance and patience.
I have had the distinct pleasure of learning from Paul at the United Shaolin Kempo Karate Studio. Not only was I able to take away lessons in karate, ground fighting and self defense, I would leave each session with personal reflection and growth. Paul is an excellent role model, an amazing teacher and in my opinion one of the most genuine and humble men I have had the pleasure to learn from.
If you doubt my review, stop by the studio and spend 5 minutes speaking with him. That will lead to one class, then another...in two months you will be writing a 5 star review of your own!
Some of the best people in the Shaolin Kempo Karate world are easy to find here. Operating at the same location since 1968 in this family friendly atmosphere. Learn the way of the fist like many before.
I like to practice at this school, my confidence has been growing. I am not a good English speaker. They are warm and patient people. Thank you for share your knowledge with us.
I have been training at United shaolin for years it has always been a second home to me everyone there is welcoming and caring no matter what your level of training. Paul is the best kempo instructor I have ever come across and I have been in martial arts for 30 years . If your looking for a place with quality training this is the place.
Absolutely wonderful teaching and guidance from my sensei Paul.
The best material artist school ever in the world 🌎👍🏼
An amazing place to train and learn. Lifelong friendships were made while studying under Paul, who is an amazing teacher, role model and friend.
Amazing studio!
The instructor is AMAZING with children and adults. You know that when you move up and get a new belt, you actually earned it by working hard. It's the BEST school in town!!!
Paul is an exceptional martial artist who teaches kids proper techniques to build a solid foundation.
Went there for many years as did my kids. Paul is an amazing instructor and is very adept at understanding how people learn differently from one another. His classes are full of great energy and the school’s philosophy around truly practical self defense set it apart. It’s worth the free one week trial (pretty sure they still offer that) to check it out if you’re looking for a great dojo.
I studied with USKK in the 90's Paul is one of the best martial arts instructors in New England you will not find a better school or more dedicated Sensei than Paul, I highly recommend USKK for all you're martial arts training.
Paul and George are great teachers. Paul is great with kids of all ages and adults. He teaches the Kempo which I started with my daughter. I was not really sure how long I would do it for. But with me being a personal trainer. I found it very advantageous for both me and my clients for me to continue to study it. So I now can incorporate it into my training.
George is great with weapons, boxing and any other martial arts out there. I am very blessed to have them both as my teachers and for my kids to have them as well. Keep up the good work
My Son has been going here for 7 years and I couldn't be happier with the training he receives. What I like best is there aren't participation trophies here, your kids or if you're an adult will earn your belt and actually learn the technique so they are true to their belt color. If you want your child to earn a belt just for showing up then this school isn't for you. The teachers are friendly and you won't find a more affordable karate school in the area. I give United Shoalin Kempo Karate of Waltham 5 stars!
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FAQs
Absolutely! Many students enjoy training across multiple disciplines to become more well rounded martial artists while improving fitness, coordination, and confidence.
No. Any teenager at any fitness level can benefit from martial arts training. In fact, martial arts classes offer the opportunity for teens to improve their fitness while having a wonderful time and getting to know fellow students.
Yes! Martial arts training builds a mind-body connection that helps people of all ages be more mindful of their behavior and thoughts and learn how to make decisions that support their goals.
Yes! Persistence is simply the knowledge that if you fall, you can stand again and continue to pursue your goals. With its emphasis on constant, incremental improvement, martial arts training provides teens with an understand of their ability to persist and the value of persistence.
Yes! We offer family discounts of up to 50% to help make martial arts training more accessible and affordable for families.
Yes! The core tenets of martial arts help to build confidence, discipline, and persistence. These are all qualities that teens bring with them to the classroom, both in high school and beyond.
Fitness Kickboxing can be a great supplement to martial arts training by helping teens improve conditioning, stamina, and overall athleticism.
Yes! Our mixed arts program gives students the opportunity to experience multiple martial arts disciplines including BJJ, Muay Thai, Wing Chun Kung Fu, Filipino Martial Arts. Additionally, teens are also welcome to join our Fitness Kickboxing classes as well!
More Benefits
Bad attitudes are not tolerated in our martial arts school, and kids learn that respect is a requirement in life.
Teens learn that carelessness can be costly.
Martial arts classes build strength.
Martial arts classes help teens build and tone their muscles.
Teens who work out feel good about themselves.
Kids who feel strong and powerful on the outside feel good on the inside, too.
Control and thoughtful decision-making are essential in martial arts.
As teens learn moves, they also must learn to make decisions about when to use them.