Since the beginning my son has thrived and flourished more than I can articulate. He's learned more of the intangibles than he has anything else. He became more confident and assertive. Because Busho Kai is more than just a dojo, my son became more social as well and he gets fulfillment from achieving stripes, belts and even learning things such as executing even the smallest techniques. I would also go as far to say that my son's success has also enhanced his academics as well, for he's learned how to focus and persevere.

From the very beginning, we were able to see his self-esteem and confidence level rise quickly with each belt he earned in this disciplined sport.  The benefits were so great that we decide to enroll our daughter as well. We have enjoyed watching our kids connect with a community of friends by participating in the Busho Kai events.

We were so pumped about the results of my son’s training; we decided this year to enroll our 6 year old daughter into the program as well! The nice bonus of that decision is all the “yes or no sir/Ma’am”; we get around the house now!  If you or your family is struggling with any similar difficulties like ours, I would like to highly recommend you to try Busho Kai Martial Arts and Fitness. It could possibly be the answer you have been looking for, like us!

My experience with Busho Kai has been very positive. The dojo is very family oriented and the classes are fun and motivating! My children have not only benefited physically, but emotionally and academically as well. Their self-esteem has soared and their ability to focus at school has improved tremendously. With the help of the awesome instructor, my children have learned self defense, respect and self-discipline. Thanks Busho Kai!

Our oldest son began his karate training at Busho Kai in August 2007. He did so well and grew so much from his experience in class that we signed up our daughter the following spring when she turned four. They have both benefitted from not only the training they have received in karate, but also from the lessons they have learn about life, family, and community through the different events and venues in which the Busho Kai family participates. They are confident and strong, empathetic and truly concerned; we can credit Busho Kai for helping to encourage our children to grow in such a positive direction.

We first brought our son to Busho Kai to learn the art self-defense. What we received was much more. Now thirteen years later we have two additional children enrolled. We love the attention the school gives to all aspects of our children’s lives. Busho Kai not only teaches our kids discipline and self-defense, but a respect for others and themselves, the value of friendship and hard work while having fun. Busho Kai has been a positive experience for our family.

In the six years we’ve been coming to Busho Kai Martial Arts & Fitness, Hanshi Ivan Lewis and his instructors have become like family to my kids and me. My son, Justin, has been enrolled in karate classes and the after-school program for 6 years. At 11, he is a first-degree black belt, and I believe, a more confident, character-driven human being because of his years at Busho Kai. The staff is motivating, encouraging and most important for me as a mom, caring toward my children!

Our experience at Busho Kai has been great for our family. Not only has our son benefited from his training but we all have benefited from the positive family environment. We have made lifelong friends and found a place to share parenting ideas with other parents who have very similar goals for their children. Randy has gone from a little boy who could not stop talking in school to a well-mannered young boy who gets straight “A’s” and has received many compliments from his teachers about his behavior. We are so pleased with our son’s accomplishments that we recently enrolled our three year old daughter.

My son, Tyler, has been at Busho Kai for 2 years. We started attending after my son repeatedly told me about the "karate van" that picked kids up from his school. I contacted one of the parents and asked her about the "karate van". We decided to try a week of summer camp to see if Tyler would like karate. We began a few weeks prior to summer camp so he could get acquainted with the environment and people prior to camp. He was hooked after his first day!!! After the first week of summer camp, he was asking if he could go to summer camp at Busho Kai for the rest of the summer.

When we were looking for a karate school, my husband's coworker said that if we wanted the best school that Busho Kai was the place to go. Renshis Susan and Cynthia and Hanshi Lewis' reputations preceded them and so we enrolled right away. Not only has Busho Kai turned out to be a fantastic school, worth the drive from Fort Worth, but they have become like family. Every one of their teachers is not only just their teacher, but a role model that my kids look to and adore. We've made great friends not just among the kids but among the moms as well.

I started my Martial Arts training under Hanshi Lewis 15 years ago.  When I first started Karate my goal was to “get in shape” and “learn some self-defense” in the process.  But, soon after starting Karate I was hooked and knew that I would never quit.  I never imagined that I would earn a 3rd degree Black Belt.  One of the things I like most about Karate is the discipline and self-respect that it teaches.  I like that I can progress at my level and not at anyone elses.

Our son started karate at Busho Kai at the age of four.  Now, six years later with his black belt, he is growing into a self-confident and respectful young man with the help of the wonderful instructors.  All of the instructors lead by example and demonstrate, what I believe, to be the true spirit of martial arts.