American Karate Studios
610-353-4767
Listing Manager:
marc shay
The mother-son team of BethAnn and Marc Shay have operated American Karate Studios for 20 years, supporting the community through participation in events like Marple Pride Day, and providing exercise for seniors through Aegis. Marc is a 1990 graduate of Marple-Newtown High School. They are experienced working with children with autism and special needs. They offer classes for children and adults, focusing on building confidence and character to help kids succeed in school and life as well as in karate. The popular summer camps are a balance of karate and other activities.
- Hours: Classes and camps are offered throughout the week, including evenings and weekends
- Handicap Accessible: No
- Founding Date: Aug 01 1990
- Payments accepted: Cash, Debit Card, MasterCard, Visa
- Services: Classes
- ATM: No
- Public restrooms: Yes
- Parking: Free lot, On-street: free
- Private events: Yes
- What makes this community special?: People keep coming back because of the close bonds and the helpful attitudes of the residents
- Discounts: Group/family, Senior
- Number of classes/week: 35
- Average class size: 11
- Approx. male-to-female ratio: 50/50
- Type: Aikido, Karate, Kendo, Tai Chi
- Uses ranking system: Yes
- Uses weight classification: No
- Participates in competitions: Yes
- What is the school's training philosophy?: "Hand over fist" means Kenpo students are scholars first. The discipline of Karate empowers children and adults to meet the challenges of school and work with peace and confidence.
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