Martial Arts: The Effective After School Program A parent’s work schedule never really syncs up perfectly with his/her child’s school schedule. As school lets out for the day, parents are usually wondering what options are in place for them to place their children in until they are out of work. Plus, they want to be […]
When you think of the US military, you probably think of high-tech weaponry – smart bombs and things like that. What you might not know is that the martial arts play an important role in military training. Being proficient in hand-to-hand combat can save soldiers’ lives. There are several forms of martial arts that are […]
Good behavior is a learning process for children, and we are their roadmap. Children usually behave per their own emotions and impulses. At the same time, being a parent is also a learning process and sometimes we rely on our own emotions and impulses to teach. Usually, that means we divert directly to punishments when […]
For many of us, the reason we take adult martial arts classes is to prepare ourselves for situations in which we have to defend ourselves physically. We train for hours on theories, applications, strategies and tactics. We learn a thousand ways to counter every possible attack, we practice blocking, trapping, grappling, striking, and throwing. We […]
Benefits of Martial Arts for All Ages Martial Arts has many social, physical and psychological benefits for all ages. This discipline requires perseverance, teaches core values and provides great advantages in return. Contrary to popular belief, this sport is not violent nor does it encourage aggression. It doesn’t even require great strength to practice. Like […]
9 Benefits of Martial Arts for Kids With Learning and Attention Issues At a Glance Martial arts are self-defense practices, like karate, judo and tae kwon do. They focus on individual progress and can be a good alternative to team sports. Martial arts aren’t a “treatment” for learning and attention issues, but they can help […]
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 […]
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, […]
Grade school can be quite the experience for any child. It is a place where a child not only learns academically but one where a child must learn to socialize and function in the world. Unfortunately, there are a lot of negative experiences that a child may have when going through school. Whatever those experiences […]
10 Tips for Martial Arts Training at Home During the COVID19 pandemic, many martial arts students were forced to train at home. Some were lucky enough to have live virtual classes, pre-recorded lessons, or other training methods provided to them from the studio they train at. Even before the outbreak altered our way of […]
Are your kids getting cabin fever with everything going on? Looking for some safe springtime fun for your family? You and your kids can celebrate spring, no matter what the weather is or other things that are going on. March 19th is the first day of spring this year and we all look forward to […]
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by everything you’re hearing about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) right now. It’s also understandable if your children are feeling anxious, too. Children might find it difficult to understand what they are seeing online or on TV – or hearing from other people – so they can be particularly vulnerable to […]
The month of March is National Reading Month. This month is designated to motivate Americans of all ages to read every day. Reading regularly has been linked to development of positive mental health throughout our lives. It is never too early to help children develop reading skills. In fact, the National Early Literacy Panel produced […]
Does focus escape you? Do you have a difficult time sitting down and concentrating on one task, before the thought of the next creeps in? Are you constantly multi-tasking? Is it a struggle to complete a task? If you can answer yes to any, or all, of these questions, practicing martial arts can help, as […]
Parents who make fitness an integral part of their daily lives tend to be happier, healthier and do better in school. Make your kids sweat with a few of the following activities! 1. Aerobic Activity Aerobic activity should make up most of your child’s 60 or more minutes of physical activity each day. This can […]
Kids are known for being moody, and behaving as their mind commands. But this could be preventable (to a certain extent). Parents intuitively know that food can impact their child’s behavior and mood. We know that sweets, for example, can cause bouts of hyperactivity. But mood-altering food isn’t limited to sugar – there are other […]
Make Valentine’s Day extra special this year by treating your loved ones to an eco-friendly date night! Here are some environmentally friendly ideas you can enjoy on February 14th. 1. Make a Home-Cooked Meal From the Farmers Market Preparing a home cooked meal is romantic, and something you can feel good about! All your locally […]
February is American Heart Month. Hospitals and health systems around the country celebrate American Hearth Month by helping to raise awareness in their communities about heart disease. Staff wear red and volunteers knit or crochet pint-sized red hats for newborns. They hold free screenings and heart health awareness events. It’s a great time for the […]
Avoid a full power kick: Most Taekwondo kicks are known for their effectiveness and most of them require bending and extending the knee or a twisting motion. The kicks should be performed carefully, and amount of power delivered should be based according to the purposes of your training; if you seek to improve or correct […]
How do you beat performance anxiety when competing at athletic events, or in life? I don’t have perfect answers, I do know in the martial arts world, nothing compares to performing in front of judges. Anxiety, alert. DING. DING. DING. Yes, they are judging YOU. Being judged by your peers remains part of our judicial […]
When we talk about a good martial artist having high ethics, or displaying ethical behavior, what do we mean? Ethics can be described as a high level of socially conscious behavior which embodies the spirit of martial arts. It involves the ability of a martial artist to incorporate their body and mind, not just in […]
Want more gratitude and fun to come your way in the new year? Feel like you never do enough with your weekends and time off? Why not try writing a list of 100 things to do in 2020? Making your life better can come in many shapes and forms, but in the end, it is […]
Tis the season! The holiday season is a time when people can become careless and vulnerable to theft and other holiday crimes. People are often in a rush buying gifts, decorating their homes, visiting friends or traveling. There is a big increase in the number of people that are out and about shopping at the […]
It’s the one day set aside each November to honor those who have served and continue to serve our nation. The holiday also offers a great opportunity to teach civilians about the sacrifice service members and their families make year-round. How do you plan to celebrate this year? Here are some ideas for activities to […]
5 Genius Fitness Tips Every Full-Time Working Mom Must Try Why Every Working Mom Feels Short On Time Most Of The Time. Lifehack.org Working moms struggle with a lack of time more than most people do. From getting the kids ready for daycare or school to making sure they are safe and sound, every waking […]