LeadershipProgram
CREATING TOMORROW'S LEADERS TODAY!
Is your child ready for these positive transformations?
Leadership Development
Learn to inspire others and achieve your full potential through our enhanced life skill curriculum.
Championship Training
Take part in specific tournament classes to fine tune your skills. Champions train at Howards ATA!
Advanced Weapons
Learn Tiger, Crane, Leopard, Snake & Dragon forms, plus exclusive weapons like cane, kama, sai, and fan.
Rob Howard
Owner & Chief Instructor
Welcome to Our Leadership Program
Dear Parents,
Thank you for considering Howards ATAfor your child's martial arts journey. With over 30 years of experience and a passion for developing young leaders, I've seen firsthand the incredible transformations that happen when children discover the power within themselves.
Our martial arts program is more than just kicks and punches. It's a carefully crafted curriculum designed to build character, instill discipline, and create confident young people ready to take on life's challenges.
What Your Child Will Learn:
I look forward to meeting your family!
— Rob Howard
ABOUT THIS PROGRAM
CHOOSE TO LEARN. LEARN TO LEAD. Becoming a leader, regardless of life path, is invaluable. Inspire others and achieve your full potential. Emphasis is on goal setting, respect, communication, public speaking, and confidence.
Our Leadership program offers exclusive opportunities including assisting with teaching, wearing exclusive uniforms, attending seminars and getting additional training opportunities including XMA & Creative, and receiving discounts on gear. We teach traditional Shaolin Kung Fu for our leadership students.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Enhanced life skill curriculum
- Goal setting and public speaking
- Assist with teaching classes
- Exclusive uniforms and seminars
- Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu
- Exotic weapons training
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Leadership Training
RESULTS AND GROWTH WITH EVERY CLASS!
Beyond the kicks and punches, we're dedicated to nurturing essential values like respect, discipline, and integrity that will resonate far beyond the mat.
Leadership Skills
Learn to inspire others and lead by example in all areas of life.
Public Speaking
Develop confidence in communication and public speaking abilities.
Advanced Training
Access to exclusive weapons like cane, kama, sai, fan and many others.
Competition Ready
Earn points towards State, District or National Champion titles.
WHY DO PARENTS CHOOSE OUR CLASSES?
World Champion Instructor
Master Bowman is a 9X world champion and 6th degree black belt with over 30 years of experience.
Convenient Schedule
We've tailored our class schedule to fit the rhythms of your daily life, making martial arts accessible.
Skills On & Off The Mat
We're not just teaching kicks and punches; we're helping kids pick up life skills that stick with them.
SEE HOW HOWARDS ATA STACKS UP
Explore how martial arts compares to traditional sports and why it may better support your child’s overall growth.
Traditional Sports
Less Emphasis on Personal Growth
Traditional sports sometimes focus more on physical prowess and less on the holistic development of a child.
Potential for Exclusion
Team selections and competitive play can sometimes lead to exclusion of less skilled players.
Overemphasis on Winning
A strong focus on winning can overshadow the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship.
Limited Individual Attention
In team sports, individual attention from coaches can be limited.
Howards ATA
Enhances Physical Fitness
Martial arts improves strength, flexibility, and overall physical fitness in an enjoyable and dynamic setting.
Boosts Self-Confidence
As children master new skills and earn belts, their confidence soars and self-esteem grows.
Teaches Discipline and Focus
Regular practice requires discipline and concentration, skills transferable to all areas of life.
Promotes Respect and Listening
Children learn to respect instructors and peers, developing better listening and social skills.
What Sets Us Apart
Our exclusive educational content developed specifically for our students
Enhanced Life Skill Curriculum
Becoming a leader, regardless of life path, is invaluable. Inspire others and achieve your full potential. Emphasis is on goal setting, respect, communication, public speaking, and confidence.
Exclusive Opportunities
Assist with teaching, wear exclusive uniforms, attend seminars and get additional training opportunities including XMA & Creative, and receive discounts on gear.
Become a State, District or National Champion
Earn points towards these these awesome titles. Take part in specific tournament classes to fine tune your skills. Champions train at Howards ATA!
Advanced Martial Arts Training - Including Exotic Weapons
We teach traditional Shaolin Kung Fu for our leadership students. Learn the Tiger, Crane, Leopard, Snake & Dragon forms, as well as, exclusive weapons like cane, kama, sai, fan and many others!
MEMBER REVIEWS OF HOWARDS ATA
Dive into the real stories! Check out genuine reviews from our martial arts family.
Alyssa
via Google
"We absolutely love Howard’s ATA Martial Arts in O’Fallon! The instructors are truly amazing—so patient, encouraging, and skilled at working with young kids. (Shout outs to Master Howard, Mr. Howard, Mr. Mccollister, Mr. Good, Ms. Pecheco, Mr. Haug, Mr. Schulte and Mr. White) - you all rock! Since starting in September, our daughter’s confidence and strength have grown tremendously. She started as the quietest one in class and now raises her hand every chance she can to demonstrate and is now one of the loudest! Mrs. Howard and Master Howard are incredibly dedicated to their students, and it shows in every class. We’re so grateful for the positive impact they’ve had on our child, and we highly recommend this school to anyone looking for a supportive and structured martial arts program while still having fun!"
Edlund Lynne
via Google
"Howard's ATA is a friendly, family operated business. Master Howard is especially patient with the children, and enjoys teaching, his wife mans the desk, and their 2 sons are fabulous instructors. I have 4 grandsons ages 6-10, a granddaughter age 4, and a daughter who attends classes. I highly recommend this studio. "
Lori Spears
via Google
"Master & Mrs. Howard are truly amazing individuals. They both are Incredible instructors and care about every single student's success. The Kickboxing class is one of the best workouts ever! I strongly recommend checking this school out for yourself or your child or both! Growing with ATA O'Fallon will encourage discipline, respect, self confidence, self control, etc. I could go on & on. The lifelong benefits are endless. Give them a call or shoot an email!"
Darbi W
via Google
"Master Howard, Mrs. Howard and the whole ATA Martial Arts O'Fallon Team are amazing!!!! Our Family loves everything we participate in from the beginner's Tiger class to the women's kickboxing. The facility is nicely set up and all the staff are genuinely caring about everyone. I am recommending everyone to try it out. Kids will love it and Mommy can get a good workout in the Kickboxing sessions, too."
Emily Murphy
via Google
"Howard’s ATA is truly exceptional! It is family owned and operated by such a respectful, skilled family. We feel so grateful to have joined such an amazing team. My son was a shy, not confident child who was interested in being a “ninja”. I had no idea the amount of confidence and skill he would develop. Master Howard, Mrs. Howard and Mr.Corbin Howard and Mrs. Sperry are exceptional. We are excited to see where this journey takes him and we couldn’t be happier that we found Howard’s ATA!"
Christina Ruffino
via Google
"My kids have been part of the ATA family for 4 months now. The Howards are amazing with the kids! My boys look forward to going to class every week. If you are looking for a great Martial Arts program, this is it! I have recently started going to the Moms Kickboxing and Fitness class which is an awesome workout!! I am hooked!"
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