Hello parents, my name is Gene Garbowsky and I am the instructor at South Hills Karate Academy.  As a parent you need to ask yourself if your child is prepared to fight the tough battles he or she will face in his or her young life.  No, I'm not just talking about the neighborhood bully.  Can he or she fight the battle against peer pressure?  How about not giving up when faced with a tough homework problem?  How about having the confidence to walk away from trouble?

Well, I can tell you from my 23 years of experience that through the practice of traditional karate, your child can acquire the skills necessary to fight those tough battles.  I'm the father of two young children and I want my children to have those skills!

At South Hills Karate Academy, your child will develop essential skills including Discipline, Confidence, Focus, Respect, and Listening Skills.  Your child will learn “How To Be A Winner!”

Improve Attention Span and Coordination

We teach your child how to improve their focus and concentration.  The physical skills they learn can easily transfer to other sporting activities!

Increase Confidence

Because your child learns self defense skills you will see improved confidence.  We also teach your child how to overcome obstacles.

Learn to Follow Directions

Our classes are structured so that your child will learn how to follow directions and learn what is correct and what is wrong!

Positive Reinforcement

Your child receives positive reinforcement  when he or she is doing well.

All it takes is a little bit of hard work and dedication.  Dedication from you as a parent to enroll your child and bring them to classes at South Hills Karate Academy.

Again, don’t take my word see what other parents say:

My sons behavior has improve significantly since he started at South Hills Karate Academy.  I never have to ask him twice to do something now!

- J. Gralish, Baldwin, PA

I got my monies worth the first class!  The improvement in my son was so significant, I decided to enroll my entire family.

- D. Pruni, Pittsburgh PA

I want to commend you on your excellence in teaching!  I have had the opportunity to observe many teachers recently, and most leave a lot to be desired.  My opinion is that the desirable qualities in a teacher are the same no matter what is being taught, as all learning begins in the mind.  You really have a knack for it

. - C. Yonek, Irwin, PA