The Martial Arts were developed hundreds of years ago as a means to defend oneself in a combat situation. But, what the average person doesn't realize is that the Martial Arts are also a wonderful self development tool. Here at the Driscoll Institute of the Martial Arts, we've been teaching quality martial arts since 1986. Shihan Jeff Driscoll and his staff are dedicated to teach and instill the internal qualities of confidence, discipline, respect, and positive self esteem, as well as the physical benefits of the martial arts. The school is located at 21 N. Centre St. in downtown Pottsville, Pa. Here at the Institute, instructors teach students from all ages. Children are accepted as early as 5 years of age, and adults at any age. Classes are taught in a relaxed but challenging atmosphere gearing the student towards constant, steady improvement in their lives as well as in their martial arts skills. Shihan Driscoll takes a personal interest in the development of each individual student.

Shihan Jeff Driscoll teaches the art of Kosho Ryu Kempo, a 700 year old art form from Japan. The art of Kosho teaches students that it's the process of study that is important. Too often we go through life focusing only on a destination of importance, and not on enjoying and learning from the process that we go through to get there. The martial arts is a vehicle to learn more about ourselves and our surroundings.

For The Kids

Kempo is a great way to give kids a head start in life. At the Driscoll Institute of the Martial Arts, children will learn the the positive benefits of self discipline, confidence, and respect while increasing self esteem and creativity. Children's classes are run in a disciplined but fun atmosphere where the child learns valuable lessons pertaining to life at home, in school and among their peers. Shihan Driscoll also takes a special interest in his students academic performance by implementing an award system for report cards with the Academic Achievement Award and the Straight "A s" Program Award.

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