Martial Arts and ADD/ADHD in Young Children

Martial Arts and ADD/ADHD in Young Children

Attention deficit disorder, commonly referred to ADD, is a condition that afflicts a large number of young children in today’s society. The condition is characterized by a diminished ability to concentrate on a particular task for prolonged periods of time. In some...

Keeping Children Fit Through Martial Arts Fun

Fitness and exercise are crucial to the healthy functioning of both the mind and the body. Some individuals are naturally active, as a result of an active upbringing, but this is not the case inmost Americans today. While adult society is growing in awareness of the...

How Karate Helps Children Improve their Grades

Nowadays, the average American child spends the majority of the day at school, returning home only to face more hours of homework or studying various subjects for tests the following day or week. The pressure that a young child faces in school has grown increasingly...

How Karate Develops Courtesy in Kids

Although a fair amount of mayhem and lack of unity might be apparent in some karate class segments – particularly with very young children – the practice of karate is far more than fighting, shouting, and jumping around! Martial arts gradually make kids...

Establishing Leadership Traits in Young Children

Leadership skills are highly valued in today’s competitive and fast-paced society. Whether it is being captain of a sports team, managing a group of working professionals, or heading the community council, being a leader requires a set of skills that not everyone...