The Black Belt Mindset difference is…

Any karate school can teach you how to kick, punch and defend yourself. Only one program teaches you how to Think Like a Black Belt for excellence for personal & professional life at work, school and home…

…only one program has Jim Bouchard- speaker, media personality, Hall of Fame martial artist and author of “Think Like a Black Belt!”

Martial arts transformed Jim Bouchard’s self-perception from former drug abuser and failure to successful entrepreneur and Black Belt. As a speaker and author of Amazon bestseller Think Like a Black Belt, Jim tours nationally presenting his philosophyof Black Belt Mindset for corporate and conference audiences. He’s a regular gueston TV and radio programs including FOX News, BBC Worldview and FOX Across America.

As founder & Master Instructor of the Black Belt Mindset Institute, Jim and the staff will help you Think Like a Black Belt too!

• Author of Think Like a Black Belt and other titles
• Internationally recognized speaker and media personality
• 2004 Inductee to the US Martial Arts Hall of Fame
• Twice featured in Inside Kung Fu magazine
• Certified Cane Master with Cane Masters International Association
• Founder & Master Instructor in Residence at The Black Belt Mindset Institute at Northern Chi Martial Arts Center

What should you expect from our program?

Along with the expected benefits of fitness, mind/body wellness and self-defense, you can expect a transformational experience that will positively impact every area of your life.

For adults:

• Discipline, focus and confidence for personal and professional excellence.
• Deal better with stress.
• Develop courage and increase self-awareness.
• Cultivate your true potential and apply that potential to earn the money you deserve and create the life you desire.

“Jim Bouchard is a true master of his art and the BEST martial arts instructor I have ever worked with. Adult  and youth students alike benefit from the physical side of his instruction, as well as the philo-sophical aspects to form a very well rounded martial artist. I feel very fortunate to be able to have my family and I study there!”

Richard Wells- Adult student; wife & son also students!

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Call 207-721-0299 for your FREE trial lesson!

For children:

• More respectful.
• Better performance in school.
• More cooperative and attentive.
• Better able to resist negative peer pressure.
• Able and more willing to accept responsibility.
• Develop lifelong leadership skills.

“My 5 and 7 year olds are taught karate with a great balance of fun and self discipline. Sensei Jim is amazing. He is patient and kind with a great ability to teach the kids in a focused and joyful environment…This school is a true gem of our community!”

Janine MacDonald- Parent

Center Director Alex Armstrong is one of our area’s leading fitness professionals!

Alex began teaching group fitness in 1985, and received national certification through the American Council on Exercise in 1988. She served terms as Maine State representative for The Association for Fitness Profes-sionals. She was a featured presenter at their conventions, and other con-ventions internationally, including the 1994 Aerobic Health Conference in Taipei, Taiwan.

In 1995 she created “Bench Defense.” Called “cutting edge” by Self magazine, her video was among the first to combine aerobics with martial arts. In 2001 Alex received her Master level kickboxing certification through the American College of Sports Medicine and her 2nd degree Black Belt!

Alex is now the Dean of the Black Belt Mindset Institute’s Instructors College,our exclusive professional certification for instructors!

“THE PLACE TO STUDY MARTIAL ARTS in Maine. The dynamic team of Master Jim and Alex Sensei will guide you on your journey of self improvement in a non-competitive atmosphere. You will learn self defense while improving your health and just plain having fun with a great bunch of people.”

Michael Mason- Adult Student

Ready to give us a try?

Call 207-721-0299 for your FREE trial lesson!

What members say about The Black Belt Mindset Institute at Northern Chi Martial Arts Center!

“In these tough times, we’re always looking for ways to cut expenses. Martial arts for our family will not be one of them!”

Tom Saucier- Adult student and parent of two Junior students!

“Since I’ve studied (at Black Belt Mindset Institute) my energy, attitude and overall self-awareness have improved…my only regret is that I didn’t start a while ago!”

Doreen LaRosa- Adult student

“…two of the most caring, helping, mentoring individuals that I know…Jim and Alex will work hard to keep the child motivated and on-trackand most importantly, on-task.  They teach goal setting and respect as well as self-defense. I would highly recommend them and their programs to anyone!!”

Mariam Godfrey- Parent

“Northern Chi has been an invaluable part of my son’s growth and development, not only as a martial artist, but also as a human being.  The encouraging atmosphere of hard work and good fun to develop a strong body and a strong mind as well as a sense of personal responsibility have reinforced our family’s values and supported our son’s development from little boy to responsible young man.”

Dawn Walker-Elders- Parent

Ready to give us a try?

Call 207-721-0299 for your FREE trial lesson!