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What Makes SwiftKick Martial Arts Different? Meet Founder Brian Cowell

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So many families’ lives have been transformed through the purposeful and thoughtful martial arts curriculum at SwiftKick. When people walk into the Carlsbad or Rancho Bernardo studio, they sense something different: a professional, welcoming studio with instructors leading students of different ages in engaging and focused training exercises. So, what makes SwiftKick such a unique […]

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A Parent’s Complete Guide to Martial Arts

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Parents who are looking ahead to the school year may be trying to figure out the best after-school activities that work with a busy back-to-school schedule. Having an overview of martial arts may provide insight into the flexibility and incredible benefits martial arts offer school-aged children. The top reasons parents enroll their children in martial

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Safe and Beneficial Spring Break Activities

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Spring break time for school-aged children is fast approaching. As traveling over spring break may be a thing of the past for some families, whether due to the expense or another reason, staycations have become the new way for children in school to spend time during the weeklong holiday. One way to keep children engaged

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How Martial Arts Can Help Those with Attention Disorders

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The number of reasons people join martial arts reaches millions. Every decision is a personal one, whether joining martial arts for personal fitness, better health, to learn self-defense, to compete, or some other reason. One group that is striving to explore the benefits of martial arts is those struggling with attention disorders like ADD and

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Temper Tantrums Be Gone! A Solution Through Martial Arts Training

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When you hear about a temper tantrum, you probably already have a picture in your mind of a toddler not getting what they want and exploding in crying, yelling, screaming, and maybe even throwing themselves to the floor and refusing to move until they get what they ask for. Consider yourself fortunate if you have

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Why Swiftkick Martial Arts Instructors Set the Bar High

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In the world of martial arts, the path to mastery is a journey that demands dedication, perseverance, and an unwavering commitment to self-improvement. At Swiftkick Martial Arts in Carlsbad and Rancho Bernardo, California, we understand the significance of this journey, and we believe that it’s essential for our instructors to have earned a black belt

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Five Different Self-Defense Martial Art Trainings for Women

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All styles of martial arts were initially created for self-defense and combat purposes. The tried and true practices and techniques of different martial arts styles have allowed the “underdog” to come out victorious throughout history. When it is time for you to choose the best martial arts style to learn self-defense, there are different arts

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Unleashing the Hidden Gems: Exploring the Exceptional Benefits of Martial Arts

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In our fast-paced world, finding a way to achieve physical fitness, mental well-being, and personal growth has become an increasingly challenging endeavor. However, nestled within the realm of martial arts lies an age-old practice that offers a multitude of remarkable benefits. From enhancing physical strength to cultivating discipline and focus, martial arts serve as a

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The Importance of Testing in Martial Arts

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In all martial arts training, students will test as they progress. Testing is considered to be how instructors measure a student’s growth and determine their rank within the structure of the dojo – the most common is a stripe on their belt or achieving a darker belt once all necessary stripes have been earned. The

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Is Martial Arts Good for Children With ADHD?

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Parenting is challenging. Although you may have been told how difficult it can be, every parent has walked through many trials and, hopefully, many successes raising their children. When you have a child that is diagnosed with ADHD, the challenges can be exceedingly overwhelming. Many families, even without a diagnosis, recognize some of the behaviors

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