Adult classes at Way of the Crane are challenging and fun, both physically and intellectually. Each rank, which builds upon the previous, has theoretical, philosophical, and intellectual requirements in addition to the physical skills to be learned. Each student progresses at their own pace, with no set time limit to reach a certain rank.
This is a lifelong pursuit that will not be compromised by rushing any student through the ranks. Additionally, children under the age of 18 are not permitted to become Black Belts in this school. Martial Arts is far beyond a method of fighting. Martial Arts builds character and physical strength while fostering the values of morality, dignity, self- respect and discipline. In addition to providing a superior workout, Martial Arts teaches awareness and concentration while improving reflex actions, balance, agility and strength. Martial Arts is a harmonious balance of mind, body and spirit that you will carry with you throughout all aspects of your life.

Martial Arts is an excellent means of teaching your children social skills, responsibility, discipline and emotional balance, making aggressive children more gentle, and shy ones more self confident.

Each child at Way of the Crane is taught the importance of respect, honor and self control as part of the fundamentals of the art. The junior student of Way of the Crane is not promoted because of attendance or mediocre performance; instead the children are expected to display the effort and skill necessary at the level set for promotion. They will demonstrate their skill in multiple areas including: