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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Martial arts training is something that people of all ages and sizes can do. One of the most common questions we hear when people are signing up for our martial arts classes is this: Does size give people an advantage in a martial arts fight? Size does matter in the martial arts, but not necessarily […]
Enrolling your child in a martial arts class can help them in a variety of ways. Children in our classes get the physical activity they need. There are mental and emotional benefits as well since martial art instruction fosters a healthy mind-body connection. One of the biggest benefits of martial arts classes for children is […]
You may already know that studying the martial arts is a positive way for children to learn key physical, emotional, and social skills. What you may not know is that the learning environment in martial arts training is defined by the five tenets. The five tenets are core principles that define the essence of martial […]
Martial arts classes are a popular activity for children because they provide a healthy outlet for kids’ energy as well as an opportunity to socialize. What some parents may not realize is that one of the biggest benefits of martial arts for kids is that it helps them form the fitness habit from an early […]
Martial arts classes can do a lot for your child. Children who study the martial arts learn key skills that will help them throughout their lives. One of the most important things they learn is discipline. Discipline is a skill that can help kids face challenges that arise at any stage of life. Martial arts […]
In the martial arts, students learn more than the physical skills associated with Taekwondo or Karate. Each one of the martial arts has core tenets that students must learn and apply both to their martial arts training and to life. The most important of these — because it relates to all the others — is […]