ActivStars Athletics Midwest

ActivStars Athletics Midwest is a Martial Arts School in Independence, MO. It offers karate classes for kids at all levels, emphasizing leadership, anti‑bullying and SafeShield training. The school provides after‑school programs for school districts, churches and community centers throughout the Midwest and also serves families in Arizona, Florida, Texas and the broader Midwest. With more than 30 years of experience, a rating of 4.90 and a nationwide enrollment of over 10,000 students, the school focuses on family‑focused instruction for children and their families.

The studio’s history traces back to Director Kraig Hollingworth, who began his martial‑arts journey over 40 years ago and later helped grow the organization from a small local class to a large regional program. Under his leadership, the school now fields more than 100 instructors certified in SafeShield training and kid‑focused learning. The team prioritizes a “Kids First” philosophy, combining disciplined karate technique with life‑skill development, and regularly hosts tournaments where students can demonstrate their progress from white belt through black belt.

Located on E 42nd Terrace S AC, the campus sits a short distance from several local landmarks: about 0.3 mile from South Noland Road and Adair Creek, roughly 0.4 mile from both Clifton J. Scott Memorial Highway and the Truman/Eisenhower Presidential Highway, 0.5 mile from East 39th Street South, and 0.6 mile from Noland Park.

ActivStars Athletics Midwest leverages its long‑standing experience and high customer rating to deliver disciplined, kid‑first karate instruction that strengthens families throughout Independence and the surrounding community.