It’s not a myth that martial arts can help children improve their self-discipline and self-control. In fact, parents often turn to martial arts to help teach their children self-control. Now, it may not be obvious how learning kicks and punches can develop self-control. However, students of martial arts know that it’s not just about learning […]
Kids are not naturally self-motivated. When your child’s mindset is not in the right place, even the most fun activities can be a struggle to get to. With that said, here are some strategies to help you work around lack of motivation when trying to get your kid to class. Be attentive to what your […]
This month your child will be studying the character lesson: Sportsmanship. Good sportsmanship is when individuals, teammates, opponents, coaches, and officials treat each other with respect. Children learn the basics of sportsmanship from the adults in their lives, especially their parents, coaches, and teachers. It is important that children learn how to persevere and behave […]
Do you want to join a gym or a fitness class but feel nervous about being the “new kid” in class or not knowing how to perform the class curriculum? This is actually a common reason for why many people choose to try a fitness program from home instead of a gym or a fitness […]
The New Year is here, and with thousands of goals and resolutions in sight as well, 2020 is the year you should try something new! Martial arts is an established system that can better the entirety of your being. Whether you need mental benefits like furthering your discipline muscle, physical benefits like getting in shape, […]
Thanksgiving is this coming in a couple weeks. While many Americans look forward to Thanksgiving Day as an opportunity to eat whatever they want without counting calories, it’s important not to lose sight of fitness – even as you face down a plate of turkey with all the fixings. Here are some ideas to help […]
Trying to decide between Taekwondo or Karate for your child? Here are the basic differences between these two martial art styles. Taekwondo Martial art style that emphasizes spectacular kicks. Punches & hand/arm strikes can sometimes receive less focus. Developed in Korea. Often taught by Korean immigrants (in America). Your child is likely to learn some […]
Summer Break is almost over, and it’s time for kids to go back to school. Back to school time is not only rough on the students, but it also affects the parents too. From helping with last minute homework assignments to fears of bullying; there are numerous struggles that a student can go through each […]
The day that you hear you child say they are “too dumb,” “too stupid,” or is “not good enough” really pulls on a parent’s heartstrings. Or maybe your child is not as vocal but is instead getting stomach aches whenever he or she has to go to school or do a certain activity. As a […]
It might not seem possible, but summer is almost here. The kids will be out of school – and you’ll be wondering what you can do to help them fill their days with something other than endless rounds of video games. We have the ideal solution in our martial arts summer camp for kids. The […]
There are few things quite like working out with a partner or spouse – a loved one of any sort. No matter type of martial arts you both practice, there are some benefits to exercising together. From perfecting your form to keeping each other motivated, you’ll find them here Read on to find out more. […]
Every year, the American Heart Association celebrates Heart Month to raise awareness about heart disease and heart health. What you may not know is that martial arts are great for the heart. In fact, the cardiac benefits of martial arts give a whole new meaning to the idea of cardiovascular fitness. With that in mind, […]