At The Master’s Christian Academy, we embrace a comprehensive educational model that has shaped leaders for centuries. Our curriculum is rooted in the Classical Christian tradition, focusing on the Trivium — Grammar, Logic, Rhetoric — to develop keen minds and articulate speakers. However, unlike conventional academic programs, we recognize the ancient wisdom that champions a balanced development of both mind and body.
That is why we are combining the Trivium with the Gymnasium. This promotes leadership, ethics, and personal development—traits that can be cultivated through the structured learning of both the Trivium and the Gymnasium.
Our expression of the Gymnasium and trained bodies is through the martial arts. The martial arts covers all aspects of physical training and self-defense.
The Gymnasium
In Classical Greek Education, where we pull our Classical Christian Education from, the Greek athletics (The Gymnasium) were centered around individual physical prowess and competition. The emphasis on overtaking opponents in events like footraces, long jumps, discus and javelin throwing, wrestling, and various forms of combat sports like boxing and pankration (what we call martial arts today), showcases this focus on individual achievement.
Moreover, the inclusion of the pentathlon, which combined different athletic skills into one event, further highlighted the versatility and all-around abilities prized by the Greeks. The training area, served as a crucial space for honing these skills, under the guidance of experienced coaches who were themselves past champions.
This emphasis on athleticism and competition was not merely about physical prowess but also carried cultural significance. The Greeks viewed their love for athletics as a distinguishing feature, a mark of their civilization’s excellence compared to non-Greek societies. It was intertwined with their broader values of excellence (arete) and the pursuit of virtue in both mind and body. They upheld the maxim, “a sound mind in a sound body” (mens sana in corpore sano), a principle we embody in every aspect of our schooling.
A Fusion of Physical and Intellectual Rigor
Incorporating physical education, our students engage in Combat Sports to cultivate physical virtues such as discipline, perseverance, and temperance. These virtues not only complement the intellectual growth fostered by the Trivium but also prepare students to handle life’s challenges with grace and strength.
- Physical Virtue and Discipline: Through Combat Sports, students learn more than self-defense; they learn self-control, resilience, and the quiet confidence that comes from physical discipline.
- Holistic Development: We believe in the ancient philosophy that the best education forms not just the mind, but the whole person. Physical well-being supports intellectual growth, creating a balanced foundation for both spiritual and academic pursuits.
- Community and Cooperation: Beyond physical and intellectual development, we foster a community spirit where students learn the importance of teamwork, leadership, and ethical conduct through group activities and sports.
Prayer & Bible Instruction
Starting every day with age-appropriate and relevant bible lessons shapes our children’s moral and ethical worldview. We convene for chapel to start the day on a positive note and set standards by teaching values such as virtue, honor, respect, love, self-discipline, work ethic, and many more conduct standards that are slipping away in today’s culture. As teachable moments occur throughout the day, value lessons are used to remind and guide the children in their ongoing character development. By teaching prayer strategies and biblical meditation, our students learn how to focus their thoughts on daily priorities and push away distractions.
Etiquette & Manners
Today’s society has failed our children in the teaching of manners and common courtesy. So rarely do we hear the basic “please,” “thank you” and “sir/ma’am.” It is a forgotten art. Manners should be the standard, and our Academy is pushing back on the rude culture of our day by teaching our children how to effectively communicate, use proper body language, and make eye contact to show confidence. This instruction primarily takes place during the students’s Gymnasium training and transfers over to everyday use in the classroom. We teach etiquette and manners for every situation: being at home, visiting another home, suitable table manners, public interactions, and even international standards. Ensuring that our students understand how to conduct themselves with class, grace, and dignity is among our primary goals.
Accelerate Your Future with Dual Credit Opportunities
At our Academy, we are committed to empowering students through exceptional educational opportunities that transcend the traditional high school curriculum. We are proud to offer our innovative Dual Credit College Courses in partnership with renowned local colleges. This exclusive program is tailored for ambitious high school students ready to elevate their academic journey and embark on their college education ahead of their peers. Join us to gain a competitive edge and unlock your full potential!
Enrollment in our Dual Credit program is free for our students as long as their tuition balance is maintained in good standing with us. This initiative underscores our commitment to making advanced education accessible and affordable.
This allows qualifying students to earn an associate’s degree by the time they graduate from our Academy.
While most courses are offered through collaborations with local colleges at no extra cost, we also provide a unique opportunity for those seeking a faith-centered higher education experience. Students can choose courses that align with Christian values and teachings through a special arrangement with a Christian university for an additional fee.