More Than a Workout: Why Adults Need Disciplined Physical Activity More Than Ever
Modern life has made many things easier. We can work, shop, communicate and entertain ourselves without moving very far at all. Yet in other ways, life has become surprisingly demanding. Many adults spend their days moving between screens, notifications, deadlines, family responsibilities and an almost constant stream of information. We may be physically inactive while […]
Growing Up in a Fast World: Why Children Still Need Challenge, Discipline and Real-World Confidence
Childhood has changed. Children today have access to information, entertainment and technology that previous generations could barely have imagined. There are enormous benefits to that. But growing up in an increasingly digital world also presents parents with a different set of challenges. How do we help children concentrate when almost everything competes for their attention? […]
Welcome to Aspire Academy
Pil Seung! Aspire Academy is an Eastleigh based martial arts academy which practices the Korean Martial Art Choi Kwang Do. Choi Kwang Do (CKD) is a modern, scientific Martial Art. CKD’s natural, sequential movements maximise your body’s force producing capabilities, but more importantly, they increase opportunities to enhance your health and wellbeing. As a Martial […]
Latest parent testimonials
Our junior martial arts training programme teaches children the importance of self defence, whilst encouraging the development of their confidence, fitness, and overall wellbeing. We pride ourselves in assisting each of our students to reach their goals and their full potential. We have designed our sessions to be fun, engaging, and with progression in mind. […]
New Year Boost 8-Week Martial Art Course
Are you looking for a transformative experience that combines physical fitness, mental discipline, and self-defence skills? If so, joining an 8-week martial art course could be your ticket to a new world of self-discovery and personal growth. **Why an 8-Week Martial Art Course?** Martial arts offer a holistic approach to personal development, and an 8-week […]
Ladies only 8 week self defence course
And during this time we have gained valuable feedback on how we could make our ladies only training even better! Our new self defence course for women starts in January and is going to be amazing. And here’s why: 👊Unique ladies only syllabus – specially developed for this course. Not delivered anywhere else in the […]
Competition: Kickstart your self development journey in 2024
It’s time to step up and step onto the mats and take action to become the best version of yourself! And we’re here to help you – every step of the way! We are running a competition for one adult (over 17 years old) to win either the Martial Art Kick Starter 8 week course […]
Revitalize Your Spirit: Post-Christmas Turkey Buster Workout on December 30th!
The holiday season is undoubtedly a time of joy, festivities, and indulgence. With Christmas cheer still lingering in the air, it’s the perfect moment to shift our focus towards rejuvenating our bodies and embracing a healthy start to the new year. Join us on December 30th for a post-Christmas workout that promises to kickstart your […]
Unleashing the Power of Motivation: A Guide to Setting SMART Goals
Part of the adult pledge is: “To set positive goals and strive to achieve them”. Motivation is the driving force behind our actions, propelling us towards our aspirations and helping us overcome obstacles. However, sustaining motivation requires more than just wishful thinking; it demands a strategic approach. One effective method to channel motivation into tangible […]
Meet our student – Ian
Find out more about our current students and instructors in our ‘Meet our students’ series. Name: Ian Woodland When did you start at Aspire UMA?: March 2023 What made you join?: To get fit and to be part of something that teaches self-discipline, respect and confidence-building Current belt?: Yellow senior Favourite move (punch/kick): Kicking What […]