This page features some more commonly asked questions we get from parents interested in getting their children involved in martial arts:

--Q: How many times a week should my child attend classes?
--A: We recommend two classes a week, plus a certain amount of practice on the students own time. This helps the student to become proficient at a quicker rate of time.

--Q: Will there be other beginners in my childs' class?
--A: That depends because a new student can start at any class. A new student will always have an instructor with them for the first two weeks until they can work out with the main group of students. The junior classes run seperate from the advanced adult class. We also promote helping among students, so as your child moves in with the rest of the group, the higher ranking belts will actually help your child to advance. Our school promotes teamwork and friendship and our students are always willing to help out one another.

--Q: Will martial arts make my child overly aggressive?
--A: At Cambria Martial Arts Academy, children are taught that the martial arts are not to be used for aggression, but rather to defend oneself in problematic situations. Aggressive behavior is channeled into assertiveness to increase the childs' self-esteem, increase discipline, and build character. The martial arts are very beneficial for a shy child to develop confidence and become more assertive as well as to help children see that physical violence is not the only solution to any problem.

--Q: Will the classes be safe?
--A: Absolutely. All classes are taught by David and Darcy Regala, and they are strictly monitored to ensure complete safety.

--Q: What about sparring (practice fighting) and gear for sparring?
--A: All students are provided with sparring equipment and all children are required to wear the equipment and are strictly supervised. The chances of injury are very small.

--Q: How long will it take my child to get proficient at the martial arts?
--A: The time it takes to become proficient varies with each individual student and depends on the effort they put into thier training. At Cambria Martial Arts Academy, students are often amazed by thier own ability and the accomplishments they achieve in as little as six months. The training will give them the confidence of knowing they can defend themselves in most situations.