Westcoast Taekwon-Do and Shaku Family Martial Arts have a reputation for their martial arts training, but not for the normal reason – it is purely for their ability to combine the physical training and self-defense martial arts offers the human body with the mental training on self-discipline and how to always seek alternative non-physical solutions to conflicts. With teams of acclaimed, respected and highly skilled instructors who practice what they preach, students are given an example to follow. Their kind approach with students of all ages is phenomenal and the ability they possess to reach out to even young children and adults alike is a defining aspect of the three schools. While delivering the physical and muscular benefits of a martial arts, the focus is not placed on fighting or violence but rather on the lifelong physical and mental benefits of the martial arts that serve to build character.

For kickboxing specifically, these three schools combine cardio, resistance, and interval training to give you the most fat-melting workout possible. Individually, each of these forms of exercise is powerful.

Combine all three... and you've got one heck of an awesome, fat-burning workout. There is nothing... NOTHING... more stress-relieving than hitting a punching bag.

Whether you're coming to kickboxing class after a long day of work... or you've been dealing with the kids and the spouse all day and need a break… as soon as you get started the stress will ooze away. Plus, its a well-known scientific fact that intense exercise relieves stress in every area of your life. Feel calm and peaceful as you go about your day. And watch as situations and people that used to stress you out become easy to handle!

It feels comforting to know you can handle yourself. Especially if you ever find yourself walking around or being out at night. However, after just a few classes, your confidence in your ability to defend yourself will skyrocket. And that confidence will be backed by skill and technique.