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Why should children take Martial Arts

Parents today are recognizing that the public school system is not enough. Millions of parents are bringing martial arts, as we teach here, into their children's lives to supplement their education.

Carleton University, in a study reported in Psychology Today (January 1985), found that children in martial arts have a lower level of anxiety; an increased sense of responsibility; a decrease in the willingness to take foolish risks; a higher sense of self-esteem; higher level of social intelligence; and were less likely to be radical.

Parents report these five important benefits their children in our school experience:

Our reward system improves children's self-esteem
Martial arts are not like team sports because the emphasis is on developing the individual's self-esteem not the team's winning record. The belt system is the key. When kids earn their belts it gives them a great sense of accomplishment that really improves the way they feel about themselves.

 

Our program teaches children discipline
On of the things parents appreciate most about our classes is the improvement in their child's self-discipline. We have a wonderful staff of patient instructors who love to work with children, but are also very clear about limits. We enforce good rules of behavior in class, and we expect the same good behavior at home and in school.

Our activities channel children's aggression
Many doctors actually prescribed our school for treatment because of the positive outlet it gives the kids for all their energy.

 

Our confidence classes enhance children's self-esteem
We believe confidence is one of the most important things we can give kids. That's why every class we teach has confidence-building drills included.

 

Our program teaches children essential self-defense skills

Our program teaches practical, proven self-defense methods. We also teach the kids that the moves they learn in class will work, so they don't go home and try them on their sister, or neighbor.

 

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Why should adults take martial arts?

Your first step is to try our Introductory Program!