Is the news about the latest late-night attack making you nervous about walking home at night? Are you clueless about how to fight off a would-be attacker? Your personal safety is paramount and you should be able to go about your day without worrying about what other people could do to you. The following are…
DetailsThere are a number of great benefits to kids training in karate. They gain valuable tools like self-esteem and confidence that can benefit them during the school year. Having your kids train in karate could also help them improve in the classroom. Here are a number of reasons as to why this is true: Focus…
DetailsIf you have decided to sign up for karate class – congratulations! You’re about to enhance your life with the meaningful physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of a time-honoured practice. If you’re unsure about what to expect for your first class, don’t fret. Here are five tips to keep in mind as you prepare for…
DetailsIf you want your kids to get off the couch, turn off the TV, and disconnect from their smartphones, there’s no better place to turn this summer than karate camp. AMA karate camps feature low camper-to-leader ratios, highly-qualified leaders, weekly swims, and a weekly day trip. If you have signed your child up for one…
DetailsIt’s no secret that martial arts has countless physical benefits. It keeps you active, gets your heart going, increases endurance, improves strength, and hones agility. The mental benefits are just as numerous, and they can be applied in many other areas of your life. Let’s explore some of the many mental benefits that adults can…
DetailsAccording to a landmark study published last month in the New England Journal of Medicine, Canadian-designed self-defense training reduced the rate of rape among participants by nearly 50 percent. In the study, 900 Canadian women were tracked over four years. Half of the participants were trained with a 12-hour resistance program teaching women how to…
DetailsWhether you’re training your karate skills as an adult or your child is a karate kid, there is a lot to be said for taking karate out of the practice ring and onto the tournament floor. Here are five compelling reasons why you should register yourself or your child for an upcoming karate tournament: Test…
DetailsKarate makes everything better for kids. Many children get started in their karate training as early as the age of four or five. Unfortunately, only a small number of kids will go all the way to their junior black belt. Children need positive reinforcement and encouragement from their parents in order to stay in karate…
DetailsSummer camp is a great way for your child to stay active and engaged with other children during their vacation. Specifically, our karate camp can help your child develop valuable life skills that will benefit him or her in the future. The Academy of Martial Art Summer Camps feature first-aid certified leaders with child-caring experience…
DetailsAs the end of the school year draws to a close, it’s time to start thinking about which summer camp you should choose for your kid. From tennis to science and art to nature camps, there truly is something for every interest, so how can you narrow down just one? The Academy of Martial Arts…
DetailsTechnology has brought us many great things, but there’s no doubt that it has begun to invade our kids’ lives a little too much. Sometimes it feels your kid is glued to a gadget or screen at all times. What happened to the good old days when kids would run around? Those days are alive…
DetailsIt’s unfortunate to say, but there is a bullying epidemic in Canada. 64 percent of kids report being bullied at school, with 12 percent being bullied at least once a week. Martial arts can help your child combat bullying and take a stand against those who try to use threats, name calling, intimidation, and physical…
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