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Keeping Children Fit Through Martial Arts Fun

Posted on January 28, 2015August 23, 2021 by TM Martial Arts

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 …

Karate Class Structure Promotes Self-Discipline in Kids

Posted on January 28, 2015August 23, 2021 by TM Martial Arts

Every child needs a certain amount of structure and routine in his or her life to feel fundamentally secure and confident. Lacking structure is detrimental to his or her growth. Structured activities encourage them to follow …

How Karate Helps Children Improve their Grades

Posted on January 28, 2015August 23, 2021 by TM Martial Arts

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 …

How Karate Develops Courtesy in Kids

Posted on January 28, 2015August 23, 2021 by TM Martial Arts

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 …

Establishing Leadership Traits in Young Children

Posted on January 28, 2015August 23, 2021 by TM Martial Arts

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 …

The Confidence to Shut Down Bullies

Posted on January 28, 2015August 23, 2021 by TM Martial Arts

If you have watched the ‘80s film ‘The Karate Kid’ or its 2010 remake, there are many life lessons to be learned, key among them about firmly facing down bullies. The film charts the story of …

Always Try Your Best

Posted on January 28, 2015August 23, 2021 by TM Martial Arts

Always Try Your Best “Do your best and hope for the rest.” A common quote that most of us have heard at some point in our lives, but how much sense does it really make in …

Three Ways That Martial Arts Will Enhance Your Life Skills

Posted on January 28, 2015August 23, 2021 by TM Martial Arts

Martial Arts training at TM Martial Arts improves a wide variety of life skills for students, while expanding their physical and mental capabilities and providing remarkably effective total body workouts. Martial Arts Anyone who’s ever seen …

Three Important Safety Tips Your Child Will Learn Well in Karate Class

Posted on January 28, 2015August 23, 2021 by TM Martial Arts

Young students at TM Martial Arts practice these and other simple, memorable safety routines. Plainfield-Joliet Area Karate The instructors and staff at our Martial Arts school are well trained and experienced at teaching children and adults …