Students nationwide are celebrating or have celebrated the end of another school year. Often, the eagerness to be done, in combination with parents tiring of lunch making and waiting in the school pick-up lines, mark a celebration in many homes! However, when the dust settles, families scramble to sign up kids for camps to keep […]
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You can count on more benefits in martial arts training than in any other sport, especially for children. The world seems to be growing more dangerous with violent acts, kidnappings, and human trafficking that the media says is on the rise. Every incident is tragic that we hear about, and that is growing the interest
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Martial arts are what you make them. Suppose a studio wants to create a hyper-competitive dojo (Cobra Kai style). In that case, the owner and instructors will emphasize fear-based training where the focus is on the ego of the individual students, and their goals include being better than everyone else. On the other hand, a
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The trend of 2022 that is going strong into 2023 is a shift from the improved physical health of school-aged children to their overall health. As mental illness and devastating suicides have broken families nationwide, today\’s after-school programs are broadening their focus to include mental and physical activities to provide school-aged children with healthy alternatives
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Even if starting your child in martial arts seems intimidating, it is wise to consider the many options. Participation in martial arts interests kids, and every parent wants their kids to be excited about something! Basic knowledge of the martial arts best for smaller children helps families decide if they are suitable for them, will
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There are three main reasons that those practicing martial arts will deliver a short shout during training or competitions. What often sounds like \”hi-yah\” or \”hee-yah\” is not just a fun sound. On the contrary, using what is called Ki in martial arts is purposeful and intentional. Using Ki helps those in training draw from
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As adults across the nation feel more stress these days, it is no surprise that children and teens are also feeling the effects. Stress is expected in life, and our bodies are designed to handle stress when threats arise. The \”fight or flight\” survival response is intended to help the body survive and escape danger.
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It is no secret that physical exercise has multiple benefits. Improving physical strength or losing weight tends to be the most popular reasons, but what about the natural boosts exercise does for the brain? Walking, running, and cycling keep the body moving and keep the body healthy. Yoga is said to improve mood, balance, and
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If you have a tween or teen seeking a way to get them involved in something physically active that can help build positive values, doing some work ahead is worth it. Spending time upfront helps ensure success as children are involved in the choice and are more likely to stick with it. Tweens and teens
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Premiering in 1972 and designed by Walter Mischel, The Marshmallow Experiment attempted to show that delayed gratification could be achieved and that there was immense value in exhibiting self-control. Mischel believed that the skills we use for self-control allow us to avoid temptations throughout life, enabling children, adolescents, and adults to achieve higher success. These
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