Here’s what ABK Sunnyvale families have to say…
“As a busy parent, I like the training to be systematic and easy to get the whole picture, and it’s also much easier to help kids understand. The reason why I choose ABK is their teaching system. Master Todd Penner is very focused on discipline, which is very helpful for parents to train young children. The skills I expect to build in the first year are confidence, focus, and discipline. My five-year-old boy just joined one month ago, and I already saw a lot of progress.”
My child is learning “respect, from the martial arts spirit.” Each class “begins and ends with a bow.”
“I feel that instilling leadership qualities, especially after the first degree black-belt stage, is the biggest value. Creating a fun learning environment where the kids learn different techniques without feeling bored or intimidated is really clever and nice of ABK. Our daughter always looks forward to attending her karate classes, without any persuasion from me or her dad.”
“My kids have been attending ABK Sunnyvale for over one year. This program is fun for them and good for them. They really enjoy going and they are very motivated by earning stripes. Both my children have stayed very fit and developed strength as a result of their training at ABK Sunnyvale. They have really improved in self confidence and in self discipline during the time they have been attending ABK Sunnyvale. Things we also like about ABK….flexible schedule, convenient location, friendly students and supportive families of students, the excitement of testing (which is very fun to watch).”
“The best thing about ABK Sunnyvale is Master Penner and his teaching staff. The primary reason we started going to ABK, after my son attended a birthday party there, was that Master Penner has such a great interaction with the students. He has high expectations and inspires respect from the students, while maintaining a sense of humor. Since we started attending, enrollment has increased, so he added helpers to help with classes. All of the helpers are very good with children and also clear about expectations.”
“My son has been going to ABK for the past 5 years. He has progressed well. What I have seen is that though he is not a perfect martial artist, he has learned to love it. He enjoys it and uses it as a stress reliever without even knowing it. I ask him at times, if he really wants to continue, and the answer has always been an unflappable yes. I have noticed Master Penner closely for the past 6 years and the way he relates to the kids, and his love for teaching the kids is what makes me stick to ABK. He makes it fun for younger kids and can be hard on the advanced ones.”
“Master Penner sets ABK Sunnyvale apart from other studios. As the studio owner and head instructor he sets the tone and consistently demonstrates leadership, respect, patience, kindness, and humor. He hires and trains other instructors with similar values and style, and their top priority is always the teaching of the students. My child loves coming here and benefits from the structure and routine, while also having fun. This is also a great adult workout and a fun thing for kids and parents to be able to share. ”
“A friend referred us to ABK Sunnyvale. We observed a couple of other studios, but were disappointed in the condescending attitude toward the kids at one, and the lack of diversity at another. Some of the key features we enjoy at ABK in Sunnyvale include: A head instructor that clearly enjoys teaching children (to which kids readily respond); Respectful and positive environment; Well-managed and organized; Flexible schedule that allows us to attend on a variety of different days when needed to balance school demands, illnesses, and vacations; Mentoring of higher level students as assisting teachers, when they show an interest and potential for teaching karate in the future; Clean facility, safe location.”
“My son couldn’t even stand on one leg for a second when he first joined this school. Things have changed tremendously in a year. His physical skills progressed significantly and so does his confidence level. We are extremely happy with the progress he is making at this school. ”
“At ABK Sunnyvale, children and parents are treated with the utmost respect. Instructors are excellent role models, and teach with the right balance of discipline and encouragement. Both of my kids have gained confidence noticeably since starting karate at ABK. I would rate that as one of the most important skills they have gained. I am also pleased with their gains in physical strength, coordination, and their ability to defend themselves, should they ever need it.”
“Overall, we are very pleased with our selection of karate studio. Karate has been the best overall activity for both my children. We’ve referred 2-3 families to ABK Sunnyvale, and they have signed up all of their children for karate. They are just as pleased as we are with the quality of instruction and positive atmosphere. Kids like coming to class at ABK Sunnyvale!”
ABK Sunnyvale offers “Small classes, a clean environment and dedicated instructors.” The most important skill that my child gets out of martial arts training? “Focus.” The most valuable characteristic of ABK instructors? “Their love of martial arts.”
“We went to another place and they might be too professional (like an army), even for small kids. I wanted my son to learn the martial arts spirit in an enjoyable format.”
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