Body Mind Systems - (781) 933-8868

As the parent of a strong willed and very active four year old I started looking for different outlets for my son's energy. Instead of soccer or basketball (how much would he really be learning at 4 anyway??), I chose to enroll him in Martial Arts. Now over a year later I am so pleased with my decision. As he began his school year taking the bus, he was having some 'bully' issues that he felt comfortable enough with instructor Charles that he wanted to discuss how he should handle his bully - Needless to say, the instructor and I had the same solution - to ask him to stop then avoid - then tell an adult which was ultimately what needed to happen in order to stop the bully, but it was a relief to my son to have someone he admired help him thru his issue! Not only has he learned a huge amount of self control along with an increased attention span, he has formed some great friendships with the other children in the class, he has the opportunity to grow and know himself that he wouldn't have had otherwise, he has the self confidence and stature of a much older child. Now that I have him in baseball, he does seem to stay more focused on the game than the other children on the team! I couldn't be happier with my decision to enroll my son at Body Mind Systems - they are teaching my son lifelong lessons in a way that makes his learning fun, improves his strength and coordination, and he has the utmost respect for the adults in his life, the children that he meets and himself.

My children, ages 9 and 7, (both girls ) have been attending the Body Mind System Martial Arts School in Woburn, MA for one year. This has been a very positive experience for all of us. The reason I choose this school, many other schools are closer to where I live, was the fact that I was impressed by the level of respect, concentration, and the degree of self confidence the children were demonstrating in class -- even at young ages. The classes are divided into specific age groups which allows for new information and skills to be passed in a fun and age appropriate manner. The small class size also enables the instructors to focus on the individual strengths and weaknesses of each student. The children learn to be respectful of their instructors, and the other students which I believe translates into self-respect. Classes are challenging keeping with the traditional Martial Arts history but fun and engaging for children. The focus always remains on enhancing their mental as well as physical development. The instructors are dedicated and hard working individuals who really love what they do and are exceptional with children. I would highly recommend this Martial Arts School for children and adults.

My children began training at Body Mind Systems in 2002 and continue today. The training focusses on development of respect, patience, determination, awareness, confidence and self esteem. The expectations in the classroom are clear, simple and consistent. The children are taught these qualities at age appropriate levels in a manner that is positive - never harsh, critical or belittling. Respect is shown to the students and in turn, student exhibit respect to the instructors, fellow students and their parents at all times when in the school. My children attend this school because I attempt to parent my children in a like-minded manner--the instructors support my parenting efforts and I, in turn, support the what is being taught in the classroom. The lessons are challenging, and the changes in my children have been amazing. Their training has positively affected other aspects of their lives, such as schoolwork and sports. My son began training as a child and has continued through high school, recently testing for his adult black belt-after earning it as a Junior student. The most striking thing about the children that continue to train for any length of time at this school, is that their manner sets them apart from those who do not train. This is not a school for children that want to learn to "kick and punch" . It is a school for parents who want their children to grow mentally and physically. And this school also teaches Martial Arts.