Benefit of Education thru Self-Defense Training (B.E.S.T.) Karate Club is in the business of changing lives. We give you the physical and mental power to reach your goals no matter what they are.
WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING DISCIPLINES OF MARTIAL ARTS:
AFRICAN EMPTY HANDS
CHINESE KEMPO
TAEKWONDO
SAN SHOU
GUNGFU
BOXING
WE OFFER COMPLETE FITNESS PROGRAMS FOR KIDS, TEENS, AND ADULTS THAT BENEFIT YOUR:
MIND
Develop greater discipline, concentration and self-respect.
BODY
Increase your flexibility, endurance, and muscle tone.
Stop by our studio today for a tour and ask about our FREE introductory classes.
OBJECTIVE
The M.A.S.E. objective is to provide an umbrella for the youth that desire membership and support from the B.E.S.T. Karate Club for peace. Our approach to training will provide discipline, physical and mental health and wellness benefits for the youth in the inner-city.
We will measure our accomplishment by membership, community acceptance/support, and participation.
ALPHONSO PETTIS
Mr. Pettis grew up in the Midwest and was introduced to the Martial Arts in 1975. He is most accredited studying Chinese Martial Arts Systems. The year was 1977 when he diligently began training in Shaolin Kempo Karate. Mr. Pettis has trained in boxing, shoot wrestling, Tae Kwon do and other disciplines of Martial Arts. A 7th degree Black belt, Mr. Pettis has been training and studying Martial Arts for over 55 years, dedicating his life to furthering the Martial Arts life-style. Sensei Pettis a youth mentor, Fathers Advocate, and Community activist teaches a program that strives to instill Self-discipline and Moral character to inner-city youth.
SCHEDULE
This is our weekly training schedule.
The studio is closed for major holidays and for the month of August.
TUESDAY
Anti-Bullying Self Defense/Personal Training
5:00PM - 7PM
THURSDAY
Combative Training/Self Defense/Kick Boxing
5:30PM - 7PM
FRIDAY
Unarmed Self Defense Class
(By appointment only)
5PM - 8PM
SATURDAY
Youth Sport Conditioning Classes/Group Kick Boxing
10:30AM - 12PM
Adult Self Defense
(By Appointment Only)
12:30PM - 1:30PM
TESTIMONIALS
“I want to thank you for all you’ve done for John. He is so much more focused and confident then I’ve ever seen him. This new attitude is spilling over into everything he does…school, chores, everything. Thank you!”
John Doe
John Junior’s Dad
“I wasn’t sure about martial arts for my daughter but she just loves it. I don’t think everyone realizes how the martial arts are really about self-control and personal strength. It’s not violent at all.”
Jane Smith
Abby’s Mom
“Martial arts have changed my life. I’d recommend it to anyone looking for a way to get physically fit and release everyday stress.”
Jason Jones
Recent Black Belt