Welcome to the splendid state of New Jersey, also known as the "Garden State"! Imagine a place where you can find the beautiful sandy beaches of the Jersey Shore, the towering skyscrapers of Newark, and fields of towering sunflowers that stretch as far as the eye can see. Squeezed into this tiny, yet spectacular corner of America, there's a special group of kids with a superpower - they are the Karate Kids of New Jersey! Their leader is a feisty, freckled 10-year-old named Jazzy Jersey (yes, Jersey is his last name, cool right?). Jazzy's got a black belt in karate and a heart full of Garden State pride. He can chop a board in half with just his little finger and his side-splitting jokes are legendary across the state. These Karate Kids don't just toss around punches and kicks like they're on sale at the local grocery store. Oh no! They balance their rigorous training with epic pizza parties, epic beach days, and yes, even epic gardening (because they are from the Garden State after all!). They have a knack for turning every karate lesson into a comedy show. Let's just say their karate instructor, Mr. Chop Chop, has learned the hard way that sometimes a laugh can pack a harder punch than a karate chop. In New Jersey, the kids are tougher than the turnpike, funnier than a comedy club, and cooler than a Jersey freeze pop on a hot summer day. Between the karate and the laughter, these kids are learning to be kind, brave, and just a little bit silly. So, if you hear the sound of chopping wood followed by a roar of laughter, you've probably just stumbled upon the Karate Kids of New Jersey!
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Stemtree is a top-tier K-12 enrichment center that has been acknowledged with multiple awards for its outstanding contribution to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) education. The center provides a unique platform for students to delve into exciting subjects such as Science, Coding, Robotics, Electronics, and Math. This exploration is facilitated through interactive, hands-on learning that allows each student to progress at their own pace. At Stemtree, we believe that personalization is key to effective learning. That's why we tailor our approach to suit each learner's unique needs, ensuring they develop a strong foundation in their chosen area of interest. We understand that every child is different and requires a customized learning path to thrive. We're here to guide them on their journey, providing them with the tools and support they need to excel. Moreover, we're passionate about making learning enjoyable for our students. We don't believe education should be a chore. Instead, we work to create an environment that boosts confidence and fosters a love of learning. At Stemtree, we make education fun and exciting, inspiring a lifelong thirst for knowledge in our students.
Hanshi Errol Sana Bennett is a eight degree black belt, has studied martial arts for over 50 years under Kaicho Nakamura, Grand Master and founder of the World Seido Karate Organization. Before moving to New Jersey, Hanshi co-founded youth programs, developed after-school programs. designed demonstrations and instructed karate lessons at the NYC Vanderbilt and West Side YMCA, APEX Gym, Golds Gym and the New York Sports Club in Manhattan. In 1995, Hanshi and his family moved to New Jersey. Hanshi continued to teach in NYC. Because of the daily commute and long hours away from his family, Hanshi decided to open a karate school near his home. In October of 1997, he opened the doors to Sana Seido Karate in Garwood, New Jersey. Hanshi was determined to build a family of Karate students in this new location.
Our programs have a strong focus on personal development. The foundations of our morals, values and core character traits are formed in our early years. For this reason, the programs at Hands of Life Martial Arts are an essential way to enhance the growth and personal development of young students of all ages.