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What is Tang Soo Do Karate?
Tang Soo Do is a Korean martial art that is similar to Taekwondo and Karate. The techniques of what is commonly known as Tang Soo Do combine elements of Shotokan Karate, Soo Bahk Ki, Tae Kyun, and Kung Fu.
Tang Soo Do Karate
Children and adults learn how to defend themselves while becoming both mentally and physically strong. Students develop stances, powerful kicks and strikes, weapons and sparring. Our kids classes focus heavily on discipline and character development. For our adult program we focus on skill development, stamina and being the best you can be!
Karate Classes for Kids?
Kids karate goes far beyond self-defense and the physical benefits of martial arts training. While many parents enroll their children in team sports like soccer and little league, we believe at Seven Spears that martial arts will have a far greater impact on the development of children. There are many reasons but here are just a few:
1. Self-defense
Karate is a great way to learn how to defend yourself. Martial arts teach you the techniques to defend yourself, but also the way to think about defending yourself – anticipate and avoid potential dangers. Martial arts primarily focus on self-defense rather than self-promotion, humility rather than bravado.
2. Discipline
In many martial arts traditions, students of all ages must show bowing to their instructor as well as other students. Such a simple gesture sets the tone for what’s in store. It serves as a reminder to all students that martial arts requires focus, respect, and self-restraint.
3. Confidence
My favorite thing as a martial arts instructor is watching a shy, introverted student start to grow and feel better about themselves because of the confidence that martial arts help to develop. It does this because students learn and develop skills, and as they improve these skills they receive praise and recognition. They start to believe they are capable of something because they are. It isn’t a false sense of confidence but one that is based on something real and tangible. When a student breaks a board for the first time it’s an amazing sense of empowerment and realizing their own strength.
4. Fitness
Kids stay active while they are learning skills. Youth sports and physical education programs are great for physical development. Karate offers many benefits, but when it comes to fitness, becoming a true martial artist means becoming a very fit and healthy person.
5. Constant and Never Ending Improvement
One of the best things about martial arts is the focus on constant improvement. Kids karate programs follow a belt system and curriculum that builds upon basic skills. There is a constant focus on improving already learned techniques while acquiring new skills. Even as students reach black belt there are more advanced techniques to learn and master. Developing a mindset of constant and never ending improvement is an essential thing for students to learn as this will apply to all areas of a person’s life whether it be personal or professional. That’s karate classes for kids is the best for any ages.
As a parent, we understand there are many options to choose from when it comes to selecting an extracurricular activity for your child. I encourage you to do the research and really explore all the possibilities that martial arts have to offer. If you live in Poway, CA or surrounding areas we’d love to have you try a free week and see what it’s all about!
Character and Leadership Development
“Martial arts is not about fighting, it’s about building character“
We not only focus only excellent martial arts technique but on building the character of our students. Our goal is for students to become confident leaders and strong individuals. Our special programs help further enrich character development.
Young Leaders Program
Our goal is to shape our youth to become great leaders. This program focuses on mentoring, public speaking and community projects to further develop our student’s character and ability to contribute positively to society.
Demonstration Team
Students must be invited to try out for the Demonstration Team. This is a dedicated group of our top students who have a winning attitude and the desire to push themselves to be their best. This team represents our school at events, participates in demonstrations, and competes at the local, state and national level.
The Benefits Of Karate
Karate is an introspective art form of martial arts that predominantly involves punching, kicking, and striking. Many parents choose to sign up their children for Karate at Seven Spear Martial Arts Academy because it teaches confidence, perseverance, and self-defense skills.
Improved Focus
Training in Karate takes many people out of their comfort zones. Karate is physically very dynamic with a lot of active movements and poses from other perspectives. Many parents at Seven Spears Martial Arts Academy enjoy enrolling their child in Karate because it is a total learning activity that involves basic forms, board breaking, kicking, striking, and punching. This helps a child’s coordination, balance, and physical fitness. Karate also helps students at Seven Spears Martial Arts Academy learn self-discipline, respect, and focus. Many parents at Seven Spears Martial Arts Academy of Poway see an improvement in their child’s learning and an increased attention span and focus in school.
Boosts Self Confidence
Seven Spears MAA is dedicated to empowering you or your child with the confidence and self-esteem needed to succeed in everyday life. Karate can bring out the positive qualities that have always been a part of you or your child, whether that is inner calm, positive mental attitude, patience, or self-discipline. Karate will help you overcome fear, anger and self-doubt, and leave you feeling confident in any situation.
Seven Spears MAA is dedicated to empowering you or your child with the confidence and self-esteem needed to succeed in everyday life. Karate can bring out the positive qualities that have always been a part of you or your child, whether that is inner calm, positive mental attitude, patience, or self-discipline. Karate will help you overcome fear, anger and self-doubt, and leave you feeling confident in any situation.
Weight Loss
Karate is a total body workout because it involves a lot of explosive punches, kicks, strength, agility. At Seven Spears Martial Arts Academy, we know the importance of a healthy mind and body. Child-obesity is a serious problem in the United States, so introducing your child to martial arts is a great way to combat that. In Karate, you’ll burn hundreds of calories in each class, develop lean muscles, and boost flexibility. Karate is a high-energy training class that is great for overall health and weight loss.
Karate is a total body workout because it involves a lot of explosive punches, kicks, strength, agility. At Seven Spears Martial Arts Academy, we know the importance of a healthy mind and body. Child-obesity is a serious problem in the United States, so introducing your child to martial arts is a great way to combat that. In Karate, you’ll burn hundreds of calories in each class, develop lean muscles, and boost flexibility. Karate is a high-energy training class that is great for overall health and weight loss.
Positive Social InteractionMany parents also choose to enroll their children in Karate because it is a great opportunity to make friends. During class, there will be many children kicking and punching together. We create a friendly atmosphere where the children are motivated to help each other achieve their individual goals. Members at Seven Spears MAA have become close friends and help each other kick harder, faster, and higher.
Engaging and Fun
Learning Karate at Seven Spears Martial Arts Academy will benefit you and your child immensely. Karate helps build mental toughness, teaches the value of hard work, and gives you the persistence you need in everyday life. Many members at Seven Spears Martial Arts Academy have said that Karate is also a great stress-relief from school or work because it helps take their mind off problems they are facing so they can focus all their strength and thoughts into punching and kicking targets.
Learning Karate at Seven Spears Martial Arts Academy will benefit you and your child immensely. Karate helps build mental toughness, teaches the value of hard work, and gives you the persistence you need in everyday life. Many members at Seven Spears Martial Arts Academy have said that Karate is also a great stress-relief from school or work because it helps take their mind off problems they are facing so they can focus all their strength and thoughts into punching and kicking targets.
Anti-Bullying Education
Karate at Seven Spears Martial Arts Academy in Poway is also a great way to help your child with developmental life-skills. It puts them in an atmosphere where they can succeed, gain self-esteem, and learn to never give up. Bullying in schools has become an ever-increasing problem, so giving your child the skills they need to feel confident in redirection and assertiveness. Our students at Seven Spears MAA are taught how to redirect verbal assaults and assess situations without needing to physically use their skills.