Hockman's ATA Will Teach You the Secrets of Martial Arts

COLUMBIA, Mo. - May 15, 2014 - PRLog -- If you’re interested in learning martial arts, in Columbia, MO, look to Hockman’s ATA.  Hockman’s ATA in Columbia, MO includes several classes including Tiny Tigers, Karate for Kids, Bully Proof, Teens and Adults, Family Training, Women’s Defense, Street Defense, Krav Maga and Gracie Jiu Jitsu.
The Hockman brothers feel extremely fortunate to have the opportunity to change people’s lives while also being able to share their passion with the world through Hockman’s Martial Arts Academy in Columbia, MO.  Sixth degree master instructors, Jeff and Jade Hockman began their martial arts training as children practicing judo, combat judo, and wrestling.  In 1986, they learned the art of Songahm Taekwondo.  Songahm Taekwondo is a traditional martial arts style that is continually evolving.  It incorporates various different styles to develop physically and mentally well-rounded martial artists.  There are various programs including The Basic Program, the Black Belt Club, and Leadership.  With the Basic Program, it is a thrilling introduction to Martial Arts.  No matter what your age is, there is a basic program available for you.  Students in this program learn the history and philosophy of Songahm Taekwondo and experience the dynamic techniques that has made it the most popular martial arts in the world.  With the Black Belt Club, you won’t need to have a black belt to qualify for this club.  To belong to this group, you must display a black belt attitude of courtesy, respect, discipline, integrity, perseverance, and self-control in the martial arts as well as everyday life.  This elite group of dedicated students study advanced Taekwondo training and receive a more well-rounded martial arts experience through exploring other styles of martial arts and weapons training.  In Columbia, MO, karate is another very popular class to take at Hockman’s ATA Martial Arts.
Some of the students have won 15 World Champion Taekwondo Titles.  Hockman’s ATA alumni have had great success as well.  Jeff and Jade have developed more than 500 black belts, with a lot of them winning State Champion Titles and becoming top 10 competitors in the United States.  The Hockman brothers have helped many of their students become internationally certified instructors.  Some of the instructors have gone on their own, opening up martial arts schools of their own.  They feel lucky seeing the positive changes on people’s lives brought about by attending the classes from their school.  These are all affirmations that Jeff and Jade are doing the right thing.  Seeing 4 year old students to a 64 year old grandparent become more physically fit while having fun over the course of a few weeks of class attendance, are the icing on the cake for the brothers.  Jeff and Jade Hockman started Hockman’s ATA in 1989 serving the middle Missouri area.
Hockman’s ATA is not only a martial arts academy, but also has a family atmosphere feeling where parents and kids can train and exercise together under one roof.  Jeff and Jade truly believe in the motto “the family that trains together, stays together.”  The brothers have experienced staff that are also passionate in martial arts and in teaching and guiding students in moving to the next level.  As a result, ATA Martial Arts has received many positive reviews.
The school offers kids classes such as Tiny Tigers (for 3 1/2 year olds to 6 year olds), karate for kids (6-12), Bully Proof, Family Training and Birthday parties where kids are supervised by the certified instructors and also a perfect way to introduce children to martial arts.  In adult classes, Taekwondo, fitness kickboxing, women’s defense, street defense, and Gracie Jiu Jitsu classes are offered.  Krav Maga, a self-defense of the Israeli Defense Forces is also offered.  They offer the following programs: basic program, black belt club, and leadership.  For more information on Hockman’s ATA Martial Arts, please go to hockmansata.com or visit their Facebook page.  As a result of the instructor’s vast experience and dedication to helping you learn and grow, you will have a life changing experience at Hockmans ATA Martial Arts.