The reality today is that kids have many reasons not to be active. The temptation to spend long periods of time in front of a digital screen can lead to inactivity and decreased physical fitness. Taekwondo is a fun way to stay active and to improve strength, flexibility and endurance. Your child will also increase their coordination, reflexes, and athletic skills. Best of all, they will love the excitement of learning Taekwondo kicks, forms, and self defense techniques.

As your child starts learning martial arts, something amazing happens. As their skills improve, they realize that they were capable of more than they thought, and this boosts both their self image and self esteem. Taekwondo students take great pride in their accomplishments, and become confident about their ability to face any challenge.

Bullies often seek out kids whose posture, voice tone, and self confidence levels make them an easy target. Through Taekwondo training, your child will learn to carry themselves assertively, speak up for themselves and resist intimidation and peer pressure.

Parents and teachers notice the positive effect learning Taekwondo has on a students success in school. As they gain self discipline, your child will become more efficient at homework. Taekwondo students learn to block out distractions and stay on task. They also gain a longer attention span that will help them to learn any topic.

Taekwondo is taught and learned in an atmosphere of respect and courtesy. And, while learning Taekwondo is fun, exciting, and rewarding, it isn’t always easy. Your child will learn to gradually increase their effort and determination in order to master more advanced techniques and earn higher belt ranks. This is an invaluable life lesson that will teach your child the perseverance it takes to achieve their goals in every area of life.