Is it the ability to take down any and all opponents? The frequency of wins at tournaments and competitions? Or a solid theoretical foundation of their selected discipline? While all of these seem like good qualities, they’re not exactly essential to identifying an exceptional martial arts student. If you want to find out what defines…
DetailsMartial arts have absolutely exploded in popularity in the last ten years (for a variety of different reasons), but beginners across all different martial arts face the same issue right off the bat – choosing the right discipline to study! Though it may not look like the most challenging decision to make, once you realize…
DetailsMore and more people are diving headfirst into the world of martial arts now than maybe any time previously, and a lot of it has to do with the popularity of combat sports like MMA. It also a lot of it has to do with the fact that many of us feel as though we…
DetailsAccording to the Childhood Obesity Foundation, more than 42 million infants, children, and teens are overweight or obese worldwide. Canada has an obesity epidemic, with 26% of children aged 2 to 17 classifying as overweight or obese. Obviously, we’re dealing with a serious health epidemic on our hands right now, and it is of critical…
DetailsIt is no secret that working out is of the utmost importance when you’re looking to improve your health and wellness, but a lot of people feel like they just don’t have any time to squeeze in multi-hour-long workouts at the gym every day or every other day – and who could blame them? In…
DetailsYou’ve already come so far, you approaching the very pinnacle of your martial arts journey. The end is near, but it still feels so far away. The black belt you have been yearning for since the very first class is just slightly out of reach. You know you can get there, but the effort and…
DetailsMaking the decision to begin something new is always going to be a scary thought. You are making yourself vulnerable and there is always the risk of failure, but there is also the opportunity for success. Any sort of exercise is good for the body and good for the mind, but martial arts take these…
DetailsYou’ve taken the plunge and booked yourself in for your first ever karate class at your nearest Academy of Martial Arts. Well done! Here are some tips that can help you to prepare for your new adventure. Arrive early It’s always better to be early than late. And when it comes to starting something new,…
DetailsWhen some people think of karate, they visualize roundhouse kick and breaking ten wooden planks with a single downward chop. The truth is not everyone will be able to perform these stereotypical feats, and the purpose of karate isn’t to teach them. We have outlined for you the real reasons why you should learn karate,…
DetailsWhether or not karate is the “best” sport for kids is a matter of opinion. Some people might think it is while others may not. It’s our opinion that there is no single “best” sport for children, but we do think that for any sport to be considered great for kids, it should meet certain…
DetailsDo you find yourself lacking energy halfway through a karate session? Do your kids complain that they are tired after coming home from martial arts training? You and your family might need to look at what you are eating! We have provided three simple things to think about when it comes to your dietary habits.…
DetailsKarate is not just a martial art. It is a motivator, a fitness tool, a confidence booster, a system of self-defence, and the list goes on! It’s easy enough to enroll yourself or your child in a martial arts program, but it’s not as easy to keep with it. The path is challenging by design,…
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