Mental Benefits of Martial Arts – Confidence and Self-Respect
Did you know that there are mental benefits of martial arts aside from feeling amazing after a workout? Most people see martial arts as a purely physical
Category: Life Skills
Listening Beyond Words: The Key to Deeper Human Connection
In today’s world, there is an overgrowing focus on “me” and less on “us.” This “all-about-me” emphasis has led to a lack of empathy, which, in turn, results
Martial Arts – The Art of Peace
For years, martial arts has gotten a bad reputation because people feel that it encourages violence, especially in children. And yes, it sounds like a paradox that
Developing a Growth Mindset in a Competitive World
In today’s world competition is everywhere and it often starts at a very young age. It begins as a fun, skill-developing event but can quickly become time-consuming
School Readiness – What Teachers Really Look For
When we hear the term “school readiness,” the first thing most people think of is children knowing academic basics that will help them meet the demands of
The Importance of Bilateral Coordination on Physical and Cognitive Skills
The development of a child can be one of the most fascinating things to watch unfold. From infants mirroring movements to toddlers and children mastering high level
Helping Children Set Age-Appropriate Goals
Anything worthwhile takes a while. From working out daily to saving money to losing weight, our society knows how to dream big! However, when big dreams aren’t
Can My Child Transfer To SKILLZ But Keep Current Rank?
For many people, martial arts is one unified style, which they call “karate,” and includes learning a variety of self-defense moves. When students decide to change martial
Skill-Based Training vs Technique-Based Training
Most martial arts forms are rooted in tradition and have been taught the same way for years. And while tradition is vital to keeping the art preserved,
Pandemic Parenting: Understanding Your Child’s Regressive Behaviors
Raising a child can be one of the most rewarding jobs around. And while it’s exciting to watch children grow and develop into caring humans, parenting definitely
