Martial Arts for Kids – Bodies, Minds and Spirits

July 14, 2009

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Kids Bodies, Minds and Spirits
The Body is the Easiest and hence the First thing to Improve.
We have all heard the Body, Mind and Spirit talks from both Real Martial Artists and the various actors in nearly every martial art movie ever made. The reason it is always mentioned is because it is a Fundamental Truth in what we do, no matter what style you learn or teach.
My opinion is that while all three areas have equal importance, I feel the body is the first place to start.
Look at it this way… A smart kid with a strong spirit but a weak body is unlikely to beat a bully in a pushing match. But a strong kid who lacks focus and spirit when put in the same position may still land a lucky punch and save his bacon.
Of course the other two areas are important but for […]

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