Almost every child seems naturally attracted to the idea of karate. Getting children in karate classes is highly recommended by a range of different professionals because of the very powerful impact it can have on a child’s life. This is not just a sport, or a way to keep busy one night a week, karate classes also instill discipline, self-control and respect that is often lacking in the world around them.
Although it is a personal decision by the parents, most instructors offering karate classes recommend that children start early, even as young as six, to help with a range of different developmental issues. The following are just a few of the top reasons to get your kids into karate classes if they show an interest.
Get Active
It seems that kids today are less active than children at any other time in history. It may be due to the reliance on the internet for entertainment or it may be due to parents that are working multiple jobs just to make ends meet. Whatever the reasons well run karate classes get kids physically active in a way that is fun, challenging and helps with both cardio as well as muscle development.
Builds Confidence and Self-Esteem
It is important for parents to realize that the goal of karate classes for children is not about learning how to beat someone or dominate others in a competition; it is about learning about yourself and your own abilities. With the right instructor children are challenged but not frustrated and they learn that they have the ability to defend themselves should the situation arise.
Through mastering different skill levels, moving up through the belt colors, they learn how to set goals and achieve them. This personal achievement leads to an increase in self-confidence that stays with the child in other areas.
Karate classes also provide a social opportunity for your child. He or she will interact with other children with similar interests and with similar goals. Remember that many of the exercises in karate classes focus on partner activities and this encourages even shy children to get to learn how to work with others towards a common goal.
We provide karate classes for children of all ages and all experience levels. Parents can learn more by visiting us online or contacting Metro West Martial Arts.