Welcome to the state of New York, where skyscrapers kiss the sky, pizzas are as big as frisbees and kids are karate wizards! Picture this: The Empire State Building is no ordinary building, oh no! It's a secret gateway to the dojo where the karate kids train. Meet Sammy the Squirrel, a fuzzy, fast-talking New Yorker with a black belt in karate and a love for hot dogs. Sammy is our guide in this crazy, karate-chopping city. He scurries from the towering buildings of Manhattan to the sprawling parks of Queens, navigating the subway like a ninja. Every evening, he grabs his tiny karate belt (which also doubles as an acorn carrier) and speeds off to the dojo. In this dojo, the kids of New York learn more than just how to do a perfect roundhouse kick or a flawless chop. They learn the squirrel style of karate, Sammy's own unique blend of fast strikes and quick dodges, just like how squirrels scamper and dash. And guess what? They're champions at it! They might be just regular kids during the day - going to school, doing their homework, and arguing about the last slice of pizza. But come evening, they transform into karate superheroes, breaking boards, kicking high, and laughing even louder. They're like the teenage mutant ninja turtles, if the turtles loved pizza, oh wait... they do! So, if you're ever in New York, look out for Sammy the Squirrel and his band of karate kids. You can't miss them - they're the ones flipping, jumping, and chopping, with the biggest grins on their faces! But remember, don't touch their pizza... or you might just receive a squirrel-style karate chop!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
This traditional style of karate is perfect for the whole family- Sensei Mark has a unique way of teaching that makes learning fun. He believes that Karate is a way of life, and often uses inspirational stories and positive reinforcement when teaching his classes. Sensei Mark has the experience and knowledge to help bring out the best in you and your family.