People of all ages take martial arts classes. Some may be looking for a way to defend themselves. Others may be seeking a fun class to help them get in shape or stay fit. If you’re an adult engaged in martial arts training–or thinking about starting–it may surprise you to know that taking a martial […]
Kids love taking martial arts classes because they learn how to do fun things like punching, kicking, and even breaking boards with their hands. What we love (and what parents love, too) is that martial arts practice is also a terrific way to teach kids leadership skills without making it feel like a lesson. What’s […]
It’s common for parents to enroll their kids in a martial arts class because they want their children to be physically active. Adults take martial arts classes for the same reason. In fact, if you want a full body workout, martial arts training is one of the best ways to get it. To be fit […]
Goal-setting is an essential life skill, one that we all need to learn–and the sooner we learn it, the better off we’ll be. While participating in any sport or physical activity can help, when it comes to goal setting martial arts training is powerful because the techniques to set goals and work toward them is […]
One of the questions martial arts instructors hear most frequently from prospective students or their parents has to do with injuries. Specifically, they want to know if there’s a risk of injury if they learn the martial arts. The truth is that there is a risk–as there would be with any physical activity—but there’s a […]
Martial arts training is an effective way for people of all ages, from young children to seniors, to get in shape and lead a healthy lifestyle. While that might not surprise you, it may surprise you to learn that martial arts practice can lead to healthier habits in almost every area of life. Martial arts […]
Even people who have never studied the martial arts know what a black belt is. It’s a symbol of mastery and achievement. What most people don’t know is how a martial arts belt test works, what it involves, or when it happens. What is Belt Testing? In the martial arts, belt testing is the way […]
Whether you’re considering signing your child up for a martial arts class or you want to study the martial arts for self-defense, it can be confusing to choose between the various martial arts styles. While some disciplines are more popular than others, it’s possible to find Chinese martial arts, Japanese martial arts, Korean martial arts, […]
There are many reasons that people seek out martial arts training. For some people, the goal is self-improvement and to get their bodies into the best shape possible. For others, the primary reason is that they want to learn methods of self-defense. A question we hear a lot is this: What is the best martial […]
As people grow older, they begin to find ways to be more productive and make use of their time. For senior citizens, in particular, they find that there is even more time they need to utilize and want to do so effectively. Many will go out and find other jobs while others will pursue hobbies […]
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