Martial Arts

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Muay Thai is Among the Best Martial Arts Disciplines for Women

There are many martial art disciplines that claim to be the best when it comes to practical self defense, at SwiftKick Martial Arts, we believe Muay Thai is among the best martial arts for women and smaller individuals due to its emphasis on leverage, technique, and efficiency rather than sheer size or strength. Powerful Techniques […]

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4 Reasons You Should Start Your Boxing Classes Today

At Swiftkick Martial Arts, we believe there are many reasons to start boxing classes. Boxing offers a comprehensive range of benefits that extend well beyond the physical. It enhances cardiovascular health, builds muscular strength, and improves overall fitness through dynamic, full-body workouts. Beyond the physical advantages, boxing significantly boosts mental health by reducing stress and

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The Evolution of Martial Arts to Dance: Ancient Origins of Tahtib Stick Fighting, Capoeira and Mbende Jerusarema

Multiple cultures have evidence of combat martial arts diverging to dance with the use of weapons, as battles were recollected, or as a way to teach complex combat techniques. Ancient carvings in rock, petroglyphs, documents, and the performance of cultural dances show the ancient history of these and other ancient martial arts and their evolution

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Where it All Began: The First Evidence of Martial Arts In History

Undeniably, martial arts have intrigued generations with roots back to pre-historic times. Although what began so long ago seems like it would naturally become outdated, the opposite has occurred. Martial arts have kept its core and adapted through the years, but where did it all begin? We have heard that martial arts began as training

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Statistics Don’t Lie: Martial Arts Benefit Lives

It is interesting how it somehow seems more believable when you mention statistics and research. Martial arts are commonly misunderstood as simply learning how to fight. Although fighting and subduing an opponent are components of martial arts training, at its core, it is much more profound. Many who practice martial arts choose it as a

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Ninja Camps Turn Up the Energy and Make an Impact This Summer

Whether you watch America Ninja Warrior or have been feeling the draw to enrolling your child in martial arts, this summer’s ninja camps are the ideal opportunity for families! Parents always strive to find engaging and fun ways to engage their children over the summer, and having them be off the phone and doing something

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The Importance of Timing in Martial Arts Promotions

Martial arts should instill discipline, fitness, and self-defense in its students. Unfortunately, some studios cave to the pressure from families and students to move up the ranks quickly. Some of this pressure comes from knowing that specific activities are reserved for higher level students, and others just because people can be impatient when it comes

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Girls Can Do Anything Boys Can Do: What Martial Arts Can Do for Women and Girls

Martial arts are an incredible outlet for women and girls to stay fit, learn self-defense, and connect with other like-minded individuals. People quickly realize that martial arts training offers countless benefits. Girls, ages three and up, through teenhood and into young adulthood, become confident and strong female figures through excellent martial arts training programs that

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