School today is more demanding than ever—not just academically, but socially and emotionally too. At Glens Falls Karate Academy, we use the internationally recognized SKILLZ Child Development Program to support children in becoming more focused, confident, and emotionally intelligent—skills that directly benefit their performance and experience in school.
1. Improved Focus and Academic Readiness
Through age-specific classes like Little NinjaZ (ages 6–8) and Core SKILLZ (ages 9–12), we develop each child’s intellectual skills with exercises that enhance attention span, working memory, and task-switching abilities. These are all executive functions kids need to thrive in a classroom setting.
2. Emotional Skills to Handle Stress and Conflict
School environments often challenge a child’s ability to manage emotions and resolve conflict. Our curriculum incorporates emotional development tools that help children recognize their feelings, self-regulate under stress, and respond to conflict thoughtfully. We don’t just teach kicks and punches—we teach self-control, empathy, and respect.
3. Social Confidence and Positive Peer Interaction
SKILLZ programs also focus on social development, helping students practice turn-taking, active listening, and positive reinforcement with peers. These social tools help children build meaningful friendships, engage confidently in group work, and reduce the risk of bullying or isolation.
4. Being Part of a Developmental Support System
Every child in our academy becomes part of a nurturing, age-appropriate learning environment. Our instructors are certified in child development, and we tailor every lesson to meet kids where they are—intellectually, emotionally, and physically. This consistency builds a strong foundation that children carry into their school lives daily.