Martial arts classes have dramatically increased in popularity, and there is no coincidence that as Americans focus more on healthy food options, they also seek opportunities for physical fitness, such as martial arts classes. Participants...
Americans are getting more and more overweight, and our children are certainly not immune to this epidemic. Some blame sodas and fatty foods, while others feel that inactivity is the primary culprit. Regardless of the cause of childhood obesity,...
Karate is a popular activity for children of all ages, and while many kids think of it as a fun way to get physically active and meet new friends, parents tend to think more practically and wonder exactly what their children will learn in...
The film industry loves to incorporate martial arts in many movies, and they even glorify the violence. However, this type of film and television inaccurately portrays martial arts. Some parents are reluctant to sign up their children for...
Kicking, punching, and hitting are probably the first few things that pop into your mind when you hear about karate and other martial arts. You may think it teaches violence, so why would you ever want to sign up your own children for a...
If you’re the parent of a child who has been diagnosed with ADD, ADHD, or just seems to have problems focusing at home or at school, you may often find yourself frustrated at the prospect of helping your child learn to channel his or...
What if you could go to bed at night knowing that your children are healthy? What if you could feel confident that they will make the right choices? What if you could have the peace of mind of knowing that your children are truly doing...
People who study martial arts often have a variety of reasons for doing so. Some students turn to martial arts to build confidence, while others seek out training methods that will give them the skills needed to defend themselves in the event of...
In today’s health conscious society, more and more people are looking for workout regimens that will work every area of the body and yield the best physical and mental results. With a host of options from which to choose, someone...
It stands to reason that martial arts classes can increase self-confidence, but it might surprise some to learn that the factors that increase self-confidence do not come from the martial art itself. Rather, aspects of all martial...
Bullies frequently prey on peers they deem inferior to them. They look for classmates, neighbors, and acquaintances who exhibit shy, timid, introverted characteristics. For some psychological reason, bullies get a temporary...
Seeing one of their children suffer through the perils of bullying is one of the most difficult things that a parent can endure. Bullies usually target shy, quiet, and timid kids who lack the confidence to stand up for themselves. Whether your child...
According to the National Organization for Women, nearly one in five women will be assaulted at some point in their life. The same source cites another staggering statistic. In New York City alone, police respond to nearly 250,000 calls...
Anybody who has been to a modern day karate dojo has probably noticed some of the unique qualities they possess. But how many people know the reasons and traditions behind them?
“Dojo” is a Japanese term, which translates to...
Psychologists have discovered positive correlations between practicing a traditional martial art and lower levels of hostility, aggression, and higher levels of self-esteem and overall positive attitude.
There are several aspects to...
Muay Thai is a type of hard martial art that is practiced in many parts of the world, but has the longest history in Thailand, where it originated and is now the national sport. The type of traditional Muay Thai that is practiced today is...
When you’re thinking about engaging in martial arts training, you should first determine which form of martial arts is best suited for your abilities, philosophies, and lifestyle. Karate and Taekwondo are two common and separate forms for...
Kung Fu is a term that’s synonymous with the martial arts, but how much do you actually know about its meaning, history, and practices?
Kung Fu is one of the most well-known and commonly studied styles of martial arts, second only to...
No one deserves to be assaulted. No one wants to be assaulted. But unfortunately, as anyone who reads the news can attest, the frequency of unmitigated violence is too high to ignore. Whether we want to recognize it or not, many of us will...
If you’ve tried traditional workout methods, you’ve probably discovered that they can be tedious and it can take time to see results. By taking boxing classes you can stay engaged and learn valuable self-defense techniques, while...
Studying the martial arts is an amazing way to lose weight. It’s such an entertaining way to exercise; you might not feel like you are performing a workout at all. Spending an hour punching and kicking the pounds away will seem...
Jeet Kune Do (JKD) is the name that the legendary martial artist Bruce Lee gave to his unique combat system and philosophy. The underlying tenets of JKD are to use minimal movements to maximum effects, all at extreme speeds. The effect is impressive...
It has been well established in the health and wellness community that the benefits of regular exercise are too numerous and essential to ignore. There are a lot of ways to approach exercise—and it can take some trial and error to discover...
In a culture that seems to be saturated with violence in movies, television, video games, and even on the news, it’s normal to have some apprehension when your child tells you she would like to sign up for karate. Like many other things that...
