Whether 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…
Do 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.…
Karate 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,…
Whether 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…
Karate 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…
Despite your best efforts, it can be hard to spend time together as a family. Between work, school, individual activities, and alone time, it’s not easy to do things as a family. The last thing you want is to turn around and realize 18 years have passed. Fortunately, karate is an activity that the whole…
Martial arts like Karate, Kobudo, Tai Chi, Ju Jutsu and Pilates are traditional arts that have stood the test of time. Not only are they physically and mentally beneficial, but they impart lessons about the value of focus, discipline, respect, and self-confidence that overflow into all aspects of your life. Who can reap the incredible…
We live in a fast pace, stressful world. Whether you are at school, work in sports or just normal day life, training Karate can make everything better. FITNESS Karate is a whole body workout. Get more done in less time and learn the skills of self defense in the process!!! No more on the…
As a martial arts practitioner and a sufferer of depression I would say that my Karate training and the tools I have gained from that training are largely, if not solely, responsible for my recovery from a year long episode of severe, debilitating clinical depression 5 years ago that had me bedridden and unable to…
We’ve heard it on the radio over the past several weeks; January 28, 2015 is Bell Let’s Talk day. The timing of this coincides with our theme for next month, which is mental health awareness. So let’s talk about mental health and how it has affected you. In January we focused on the fitness challenge…
