MARTIAL ARTS
Karate is the only self-defense tool that is always in hand, why because the only tools in karate are your hands and your feet. Since it is doubtful you will leave home without these you will always have them ready!
Why is Martial Arts Good for kids?
This sport has a huge range of benefits, being both mental and physical. It can develop the mind of any Martial Artist, giving them the ability to be disciplined, focused and have a calm mind in stressful situations. Both mental and physical benefits go hand in hand and many experts are renowned for their positive outlook on life and dedication to achieving goals - not only in the sport but academically and also in general life. Physical benefits of Martial Arts for your children could put them in a league above their peers, giving them an excellent cardiovascular system, flexibility, and strength.
Some parents may think they also promote violence, but that's a myth, according to experts. The martial arts actually help teach self-discipline and socialization skills. In fact, many parents whose children have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) report great success with these programs because self-control and concentration are exactly the skills underdeveloped in ADHD kids.
Is Martial Arts Good for your Health?
Martial arts have several benefits. The first is obviously physical. In martial arts, people move around, work a lot of cardio and just overly are a good form of physical exercise. Mental: In martial arts, everything one learns is not simply something to practice: one must reflect upon the teachings of their teacher. Martial arts, especially form-based ones of karate, etc. require a lot of internal reflection, and self-correction, meaning although it can be a group activity and it requires you to look inside of yourself. Spiritual: many Martial Arts Dojo do meditation, and meditation is simply closing your eyes, and breathing, wherein one may relax their spirit, and think attentively. Certainly. It does not only help people to be physically healthy, but mentally healthy as well.
Why is Martial Arts called Art?
Is called an art because it is sophisticated and when someone performs a series of movements which called Kata it flows and tells a story, it is harmonious and takes years to perfect.
SELF DEFENSE
Unfortunately, bullying is a major problem in many schools and communities. Bullying prevention skills can protect kids from most bullying, increase their confidence, and help them to develop positive peer relationships.
Learning physical self-defense helps most children become more confident, even if they never have to use these skills in a real-life situation. Just being more confident helps children to avoid being chosen as a victim most of the time. There are different self-defense techniques for bullying than for more dangerous situation. Let your child practice self-defense in our school call us today.
Feeling safe is important to everyone, no one likes to feel unsafe. Feeling safe is equivalent to feeling empowered. While it is dangerous to feel invincible the confidence that comes with knowing how to defend yourself and your family is empowering. Learning self-defense is the equivalent with saying...No More! No more will I be a victim, pushed around because I feel I have no choice. No more will I rush to my destination with my head down, a sinking feeling in my stomach.
Every month in the United States, three million children miss school due to fear of bullies.
There are seven reasons why everyone should practice karate.
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10 REASONS MARTIAL ARTS BENEFITS KIDS
1-Fostering Self-Discipline – One of the central tenets of all forms of Martial Arts is an absolute focus on self-discipline. Today’s kids are so accustomed to receiving instant gratification that lessons in self-restraint and discipline aren’t always easy to come by. Kids with a martial arts background, however, are continually reminded of how essential self-discipline is.
2-Boosting Socialization Skills – Kids who don’t always thrive in highly social environments may find it easier to get to know people and make new friends when they’re in a room filled with peers who share a common interest. The kids on the playground may not always have much common ground, but devotees to the martial arts are able to get to know one another through shared pursuits. Partner-driven forms like Martial Arts can also foster camaraderie, as they force kids to pair off and build their skills together.
3-Encouraging Physical Activity – Limiting screen time is a great idea when it comes to getting kids off the couch and encouraging them to be more active, but it only goes so far. Enrolling an inactive child in such a physically demanding pastime not only discourages the sedentary lifestyle she’s used to, but also gives her an enjoyable activity that inspires her to keep moving.
4-Learning to Set and Achieve Goals – Most forms of martial arts are based around an accomplishment system of colored belts that signify the wearer’s degree of skill. When your child strives toward each new belt, he’s learning valuable lessons about setting and reaching his goals.
5-Increased Self-Esteem – Confidence comes with achievement, so your child’s self-esteem level will get a boost with every new move he masters and every belt he earns. Kids who struggle with a low sense of self-worth usually become more confident as time progresses while they’re enrolled in a martial arts class.
6-Instilling a Sense of Respect – Learning any martial arts style will require your child to show her instructor unflinching respect. Today’s kid culture doesn’t always include respect for authority, adults or those in advanced positions. When she goes to her karate class, though, your child will be learning lessons in respect along with new moves.
7-Encouraging Non-Violent Conflict Resolution – Thinking that martial arts instruction promotes violent behavior is justified if your only experience with the activity comes from television or movies. In fact, many defensive styles teach kids peaceful, non-violent conflict resolution skills and emphasize the importance of avoiding a physical altercation.
8-Improving Listening Skills – In order to master the skills she’s being taught and advance through the belt ranks, your child will have to exercise superior listening skills. Kids who aren’t always adept when it comes to paying attention to what they’re told can benefit from the verbal instruction and one-on-one work in her Dojo.
9-Developing Teamwork Skills – Whether he’s breaking boards to get a new belt or sparring in a practice setting to master a new maneuver, there are few things that your child does in his martial arts classes that will be done on his own. Working together to learn new things and accomplish goals is an important life lesson for kids to learn, and instruction in the martial arts can help your child learn that lesson.
10-Improvement in Other Areas of Life – The benefits of martial arts training don’t end in the Dojo. The boost in confidence increased fitness level and new cooperation skills will also help your child navigate the academic and social aspects of the school, affect his behavior at home and have an all-around good influence on him as he develops into an adult.