Local Karate Instructor changes lives in community.

Martial Arts Master, Tracy Lee

Thomas of Virginia Beach, Virginia talks about Karate and what it can do for people
within a community.

Can Karate Help Me in Virginia Beach and Chesapeake?

Here at the Changing Lives Karate school, we believe in giving you as an individual, the
purest skills necessary to defend yourself in today's society with crime hitting its highest
worldwide. We offer the highest levels of professional instruction and a high velocity no-
games approach in your training. You will train in a "Karate Safe" reality based
environment that will enhance your level of self-confidence and self-esteem while
heightening your levels of mental fortitude to mentally and physically prepare yourself for
any and all real-life scenarios. No one has to be a victim and everyone should feel safe in
this world with reality based training.

Changing Lives Karate is more than just an art and it’s more than just kicking, and
punching with a solid workout. We believe in changing lives through a dynamic and
motivating curriculum that is a hybrid based style, blending the old with the new methods of
professional Karate training. This is where we excel the most. This is where tradition
meets the modern levels of curriculum based skills with monitored and measured desired
results. You will elevate your skill level in a safe and friendly environment starting with your
first class.

Karate Self Defense training is a must in any style of martial arts or dynamic combat
systems for military, government, and civilians alike. As a new student at Changing Lives
MA you will progress through training phases that will incorporate every aspect of self-
defense and street survival tactics. We teach pure dynamic striking with multi-levels of
strike defense drills, knife defense and other various edged weapon defense skills. Changing
Lives offers a full line of weapon disarming skills, 360 degree gun defense drills, grabbing,
holds, chokes, headlock escapes, defense against blunt objects, and unarmed and armed
ground survival skills are used in the training progression stages. With our reality based self
defense training you will learn the necessary drills and skills to defend, disable, and
defeat attackers of greater size and weight, ones that move quicker and hit harder. YES
YOU CAN! With repetitive training and a professional designed curriculum you can and YOU
WILL learn to defend, disable, and defeat and attackers or criminals in today's world.

What are Hybrid or High Velocity style Martial Art sports, Mixed Martial Arts, and
Karate? Hybrid or a High Velocity dynamic style of sport fighting is seen in the world of
Mixed Martial Arts such as in the UFC. Traditional Karate and Sport Karate are two very
different types of training and styles states, Sr. Master Tracy Lee Thomas of Virginia
Beach.

Western Wrestling and boxing along with various other fighting forms, combat
sports, reality based systems are indeed physical and mental martial arts forms of
practice and theory that has evolved over the years. The general public perception
of the martial arts is thoughtfully seen or envisioned as an “art” within the martial
arts. The Origins that were brought from the East to the West are a wide variety
and have greatly seen a evolution over the past few decades. Martial arts such as
these include, Taekwondo, Karate, Kung-Fu, Tai Chi, and Aikido. Tracy Lee
Thomas, a Martial Arts Master Instructor states; “As seen in the sky, our
universe holds an abundance of stars both known and unknown that are of great
value to our world. Traditional martial arts like the stars in the universe, they hold
an unfathomable amount of valued treasures that await a student training in karate
at Changing Lives Martial Arts. The programs taught at Changing Lives is more
than kicking and punching, it can define a person and give them a more defined
meaning in life. Through the traditional aspects of martial arts training and life
skills utilized within a training course, one will strengthen and fine tune their
mental and physical awareness, agility and self discipline.

Choosing the right Karate School is not just about location. In the KARATE business,
not all schools are created equal. KARATE instructors generally do not have to answer to
a state agency; or even have specific training. Some schools; such as, ones belonging to a
National and International Organization such as the ATA require all Karate instructors to
become certified prior to owning or operating a martial arts school. Instructors are required
to be a certified Instructor and must keep their National certifications and qualifications up
to date.
Certifications and general items to look for in choosing the right Karate school for you.

• CPR Certifications up to date

• State and Federal background check (know the history and background of both the
instructors and business, now knowing is scary)
• Class management skills certification
• Physical skills certification
• Association Certifications active

We teach our students to “Believe To Achieve and then you will Succeed” in all facets of
one’s life. Our professional Instructors are full time and are positive individuals who set
practical and obtainable goals for all Changing Lives martial arts students. CLMA offers all
community members a free 3 day karate confidence course. We want you to feel
confident about our programs and professional academy.

Call Today for anyone of our five locations in Virginia Beach and Chesapeake, Virginia.
757-471-9002

Changing Lives Martial Arts Karate

P.O. Box 68820
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23471
Website address: www.atakick.com
Email: SMT@atakick.com
Karate Headquarters: 757-471-9022

Website address: www.kravmagavirginiabeach.com

Website address: www.chesapeakekravmaga.com

Virginia Beach Karate Training Facility:

3809 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
Princess Anne Shoppes (next to Fitness One)
Phone: 757-471-9002
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Virginia Beach Karate Training Facility:

1169 Nimmo Parkway Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
Parkway Red Mill Commons Shopping Center (next to Pier One Imports) Phone:
757-563-9022
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Chesapeake Karate Training Facility:

236 Carmichael Way Chesapeake, Virginia 23322
Edinburgh Commons Shopping Center (off route 168)
Phone:757-432-9022
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Chesapeake Karate Training Facility:

501F Kempsville Road Chesapeake, Virginia 23320
Greenbrier Shoppes Shopping Center (corner of Kempsville Road and Greenbrier
Parkway)
Phone: 757-382-9022
Email: Inquiry@atakick.com

Chesapeake Karate Training Facility:

2125 Starmount Pkwy Suite 125 Chesapeake, VA 23321

Western Branch Chesapeake

Phone: 757 471-9002

Email: Inquiry@atakick.com

As per Wikipedia the following are a list of Martial Arts Styles.

Martial Arts from around the world

Egypt
Tahtib (Egyptian Stick Fencing)
Kuta (Ancient Egyptian Fist Fighting)
Ethiopia
Surma stickfighting
Nigeria
Dambe
South Africa
Nguni Stick Fighting
Obnu Bilate
Senegal
Laamb Wrestling
Somalia
Istunka
Sudan
Nuba fighting
Togo
Evala wrestling
[edit] American martial arts
Bolivia
Tinku
Brazil
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu/Gracie Jiu-Jitsu
Capoeira
Luta Livre
Maculele
Vale Tudo
Canada
Defendo
Wen-Do
Okichitaw
SPEAR System
Mexico
Lucha Libre
Atlatl
Macuahuitl
Tepoztopilli
Kung Do Lama
Peru
Rumi Maki
Bakom/Vacón
United States
10th planet jiu-jitsu
American Karate
American Kenpo
Shootfighting
American kickboxing
Bojuka
Catch wrestling
Chun Kuk Do
Collegiate Wrestling
Combatives
combat judo
Danzan-ryū
Extreme martial arts
Gaidojutsu
Kajukenbo
Jailhouse Rock
Jeet Kune Do
Kajukenbo
Kapu Kuialua
Kyuki Do
Limalama
Lua
Marine Corps LINE Combat System
Marine Corps Martial Arts Program
Mixed Martial Arts
Model Mugging
Modern Army Combatives
Pit Fighting
Sanchin-ryu
S.C.A.R.S. (military)
SeishinDo Kenpo
Shinkendo
Sli Beatha
Small Circle Jujutsu
To-Shin Do
Toso Kune Do
World War II combatives
Venezuela
El Juego del Garrote
[edit] Asian martial arts
See also: Asian martial arts (origins)
China
See List of Chinese martial arts.
Cambodia
Bokator
Kbachkun boraan
Kbachkun Dambong-veng
Khmer traditional wrestling
Pradal Serey
India
Main article: Indian martial arts
Gatka (ਗਤਕਾ
Inbuan Wrestling
Kalaripayat (കളരിപയറ്)
Central style
Northern style
Southern style
Lathi (लाठी)
Malla-yuddha (मललयुद् )
Malyutham (மல்யுத்தம்)
Niyuddha-kride (िनयुद िकडे)
Musti yuddha
Mukna (মুকনা)
Sarit Sarak (সিরত সরকার)
Silambam (சிலம்பம்)
Kuttu Varisai (குத்துவரிைச)
Varma Kalai (வர்மக்கைல)
Thang-Ta
Indonesia
Main article: Pencak silat
Kuntao
Silat
Bakti Negara
Cimande
Tapak Suci
Sindo
Japan
Main article: Japanese martial arts
See List of Japanese martial arts
Sumo
Shorinji kempo
Nippon Kempo
Kosho Shorei Ryu Kempo
Korea
Main article: Korean martial arts
Choi Kwang-Do
Chung Suk Kuhapdo
GongKwon Yusul
Gwonbeop
Gwon-gyokdo
Gyongdang
Haidong Gumdo
Han Mu Do
Hankido
Hapkido
Hoi Jeon Moo Sool
Hwa Rang Do
Kuk Sool Won
Kumdo
Kung Jung Mu Sul
Muye24gi
Shippalgi
Ssireum
Subak
Sul Ki Do
Taekkyeon
Taekwondo
Tang soo do
Yusul
Laos
Muay Lao
Malaysia
Silat Melayu
Lian padukan
Seni Gayung Fatani
Silat Cekak
Tomoi
Mongolia
Mongolian wrestling/Bokh
Myanmar
Bando
Banshay
Lethwei
Naban
Okinawa
Karate
Kobudo
Tegumi
Pakistan
Malakhra
Pehlwani
Philippines
Main article: Filipino martial arts
Arnis/Eskrima/Kali
Buno
Cinco Teros
Dumog
Espada y Daga
Kali Sikaran
Kombatan
Modern Arnis
Pananjakman
Panantukan
Pangamut
Sikaran
Tat Kun Tao(踢拳道)
Yawyan
Singapore
NihontoDo
Sri Lanka
Angampora
Cheena di
Thailand
Krabi Krabong (กระบี -่ กระบอง)
Lerdrit
Muay Boran (มวยโบราณ)
Muay Thai (มวยไทย)
Silat Pattani
Tibet
Boabom
Vietnam
Viet Vo Dao/ Việt Võ Đạo - Vovinam (越武道)
Vovinam
Tay Son
Binh Dinh
Qwan Ki Do (Quán Khí Đạo)
Cuong Nhu
Tu-Thân
Vo Thuat
Nhat Nam
[edit] Caribbean martial arts
Haiti, Martinique, Trinidad and Tobago
Kalinda (also Kalenda or Calinda)
Cuba
El Juego de Maní
[edit] European martial arts
Main article: European martial arts
General
Amateur Wrestling
Archery
Catch Wrestling
Fencing
Historical European martial arts
Jousting
Freestyle fighting
Freestyle Wrestling
Mixed martial arts
France
Baton Francais
Gouren
Greco-Roman wrestling
Kinomichi
La Canne
Savate
French school of fencing
Georgia
Khridoli
Germany
German Ju-Jutsu
German school of fencing
Kampfringen
Nindokai
Unifight
Greece
Pygmachia (Ancient Greek Boxing)
Pale (Ancient Greek wrestling)
Pankration (Ancient Greek Hybrid Combat Sport)
Ireland
Bataireacht
Collar-And-Elbow Wrestling
Italy
Italian school of swordsmanship
Roman Wrestling
Poland
Combat 56
Portugal
Jogo do Pau
Russia
Sambo
Russian fist fighting
Systema
Spetsnaz GRU hand-to-hand combat style
Serbia
Khuresh
Real Aikido
Svebor
Spain
Canarian Wrestling
Destreza
Juego del Palo
Keysi Fighting Method
Yawara-Jitsu
Zipota
Switzerland
Schwingen
sea jousting
Ukraine
Combat Hopak
United Kingdom
Bare-knuckle boxing - (London Prize Ring rules)
Bartitsu
Boxing - (Marquess of Queensberry rules)
Chess boxing
Cornish Wrestling
Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling
Defendu
Devon wrestling
Dirk Dance
Lancashire wrestling
Quarterstaff
Scottish Backhold
Singlestick
[edit] Scandinavian martial arts
Finland
Hokutoryu jujutsu
Iceland
Glima
Runa Glima
Norway
Stav
[edit] Oceanian martial arts
Australia
GKR Karate
Zen Do Kai
New Zealand
Mau Rakau
[edit] Near Eastern martial arts
Iran
Koshti
Pahlavani
Kung Fu To'a
Israel
Kapap
Krav Maga
Turkey
Yagli Gures
Jereed
Turkish archery
Uzbekistan
Kurash