Wednesday, March 14, 2012

How can your child benefit from martial arts training?

Martial Arts is unique in athletics, not just in being a "self defense" form, but because it is a Total Learning style activity. To get a better idea of what we mean by Total Learning ...activity, let's compare baseball for children and Martial Arts.

While baseball is known for developing competitiveness, most beginning programs must by necessity assume the new players already possess the basic physical skills for the game. The ability to run, throw a ball, and other simple, hand-eye coordination skills are taken for granted. Many children, however, are underdeveloped in these skills, which prevents them from really taking part in the game and they end up as "bench warmers." Only the "naturals" end up receiving a full enjoyment of the sport.

Children learning Martial Arts begin by practicing the basic skills that are the foundation of the sport. These skills, which help build their coordination and balance, let the children become active in their sport as they progress, instead of just sitting on the bench. These fundamentals are the building blocks of all athletic skills and allow every child to progress, no matter what abilities he first brings to class.
Self Discipline and Self Confidence For Your Child

When you first visit a Xtreme ninja/ BTTboston martial arts school, much of what you see may be new to you. One of the more subtle things you'll notice is the air of dignity and discipline in a class.

These traditions are not only a part of the history of Martial Arts, but also help to make it a special activity that retains its excitement of years. The bowing you see in class, for example, may not have much meaning on its own, but this traditional Oriental greeting adds a very special air of dignity.

A great example of tradition and discipline that you are probably already familiar with is the Boy Scouts. Their oath and salute would surely stand out if reviewed separately but together they enhance the total program and give it an order that allows the child to learn more in a shorter period of time.

The discipline you see in your class often turns into self-discipline outside of class. Usually, when children first start Martial Arts, it's the parents who love the discipline and the child who is drawn by the fun and challenge of the martial art.

Later, after the child has acquired respect for others and most importantly himself-he will develop a sense of personal commitment. This commitment and discipline can often reflect in things he does in his everyday life. A lot of parents, for example, notice subtle changes in their children's schoolwork and in their self-control and patience with other children.

Another benefit associated with our style of training is improved self-confidence. Any child can do Martial Arts-all at various levels of proficiency-and everyone can progress and feel a sense of accomplishment. This allows a child to gain confidence in his abilities while learning to deal effectively with peers and adults.
Getting Started

New beginners are starting every day. Each new student starts slowly and progresses at his own rate of speed. Most children should begin by attending at least twice a week up to four days a week with each class lasting about 45 minutes.

Don't be concerned if your child is a little nervous or thinks the techniques look to difficult; he will be in class with other beginners just like himself. The instructors will do everything possible to make sure this nervousness disappears as quickly as possible.

Thanks again for your interest and we hope you decide to make Xtreme ninja/ Brazilian Top Team Martial Arts a part of your child's learning and recreation activities.
Interesting

For over 2,000 years the people of the Orient have looked towards the secrets of the martial arts as the perfect way to stay in shape, increase fitness, flexibility, and stamina. We want to share those secrets with you so you can banish stress and enjoy a long and healthy life.

The best part of all is that while you quickly and easily improve your health, you will also be learning a new world of exciting and interesting techniques. Meditation, proper breathing, stretching exercises, oriental philosophy, and of course, how to defend yourself. Instead of wondering how you are going to pass the time in the gym you will be looking forward to each and every information filled class.
Martial arts will help give your child an edge in life

At our xtreme ninja Martial Arts /BTTboston we work hard to instill in our children's program the same type of values you stress at home. Things like honesty, self discipline and self control. We also work on a number of other attributes that could really give your child an edge on life.

Our children's martial arts program dramatically improves concentration, which often pays off in the form of better school grades. Increased coordination and balance shows up in all other activities. Self respect gives your child the confidence to face up to the many challenges he will face in the future, while the peace of mind you get from knowing he can defend himself will never go away.
Benefits for your child that will last a lifetime

There are few if any programs available that offer so many benefits in helping a child develops than a carefully structured martial arts program. At the xtreme ninja Martial Arts center/ BTTBoston we have helped many children develop the skill and positive traits that will help them through life.
Structured Programs

At the xtreme ninja Martial Arts center/ Brazilian top Team boston our carefully structured programs are designed to bring out the best in each and every child we teach. Our programs will:

* Build self-confidence that will pay off for the rest of your child's life.
* Develop self-discipline that gives your child the power to resist the many bad influences that face today's youth.
* Increase concentration that very often pays off in the form of better grades in school.
* Coordination and balance that will improve performance in many other activities.

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