Testimonials from Students and Parents:
Shihan LeMay and staff bring out the best in their students. Our children have developed confidence, focus and command over their bodies through the clear teaching of Shihan and staff. The school fosters students to support each other and feel part of a community.
—Beth R.
We are grateful to have found New Generation! Our 3 girls have benefited from the strong leadership of Shihan and her highly capable staff of teachers. Shihan is a gifted teacher with a no-nonsense positive, compassionate and encouraging disposition. Besides the physical benefits, the life skills, value of goal setting, self-discipline, confidence, and respect, resonate with the girls. They have a lot of fun and come out of class feeling great about themselves.
—Deborah K.
New Generation is our son’s happy place. There is no one he admires more than Shihan LeMay. Studying karate has been a powerful presence in his life. The classes go beyond a good work out and self-defense, pouring affirmation, wisdom, and goodness into the future leaders of the world.
—Belle L. and David T.
We were lucky to find New Generation shortly after moving to Lexington. Our son formed a bond with the school and loved the encouragement and passion of all the teachers. It was most rewarding to watch the character building. He went from a shy wondering boy to a confident young man who earned his black belt. Now off at college, I’m grateful for all of the life lessons he learned at New Generation. My two daughters are now on their karate journey and have the same love and bond. They leave class with big smiles and sweaty faces!
—Hanlan L. and 3 huge fans of New Generation
Most notable to me is Colleen’s vigilance to the physical and emotional safety of every student. Colleen encourages her students to perform each move with proper technique and alignment, making corrections as needed throughout the class. Colleen’s integrity and thoroughness for student technique offer further insight into not only the safety of the classes but the quality and level at which the students perform.
I was also blown away by Colleen’s ability to connect with her students in every class. She encourages healthy verbal and non-verbal communication skills using eye contact, confidence in voice, and body language. Above all else, she promotes positivity and kindness which exceeds my expectations of any karate class by shaping the students overall personal development.
—Kelly Mara, M.Ed, Sport Counseling