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re: Martial Arts for Kids Recommendations
Posted on 8/31/16 at 7:07 pm to Wimp Lo
Posted on 8/31/16 at 7:07 pm to Wimp Lo
Krav Maga is always my recommendation for anyone looking to get in shape and learn how to actually fight, as opposed to posing in belts and chopping wood boards. Do Krav Maga twice a week and you'll see incredible improvement in muscle tone and stamina.
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Posted on 8/31/16 at 7:14 pm to Wimp Lo
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so fundamentals are out of the question at that age?
depends on kid and instructor. you will have to see what's available where you are. it might be better to wait if the kid is young and the trainer not developed in that area. bones, capacities, all the real things about kids.
not just stuff them in the same box as older learners.
I would start with Tai Chi for strength balance and calming breath,
and then go to Aikido. I realize there is a fighting style of Tai Chi. Its taught at the center near me. Not safe for kids.
That could be enough. Street fighting realities at the right age. a bit at a time.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 7:15 pm to biglego
Another good question for MA instructors for kids is about belt progression. Because the objective is discipline their belt progression should include things like grades in school and chores at home in addition to learning the forms.
Eta. The particular style doesn't matter as much as their philosophy on instilling discipline. Later on you can worry about what style to concentrate on. My experience was that in my area TKD was right for my little guy. His teacher coached the Olympic Taekwondo team (an assistant coach anyway).
Eta. The particular style doesn't matter as much as their philosophy on instilling discipline. Later on you can worry about what style to concentrate on. My experience was that in my area TKD was right for my little guy. His teacher coached the Olympic Taekwondo team (an assistant coach anyway).
This post was edited on 8/31/16 at 7:27 pm
Posted on 8/31/16 at 7:33 pm to RhodeDawg
And American Combat Karate is no joke at all when your child gets a little older. TKD will translate well.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 7:48 pm to Wimp Lo
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Also, what age do you think to start them? I know most places have a minimum age requirement.
My grandson is 6 years old. Place is in Zachary. They have different age groups at different times. Mom and Dad can sit and watch as the class goes on. They work real well with the young ones.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 7:51 pm to fishfighter
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Mom and Dad can sit and watch as the class goes on.
Another good point ^^^
That way you don't have to worry about sickos. Should be open to observe by parents.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 7:55 pm to RhodeDawg
Yeah I thought about that. I also looked into Father Son martial arts, but so far no luck. Probably too much of a distraction.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 7:58 pm to Spankum
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agreed...I am not sure some of these folks actually realize what Krav Maga really is.
There are kid classes usually available.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:03 pm to Wimp Lo
As long as parents are able to view the sessions they are not trying to hide anything. Ideally you or your wife should at least show up early to pick your child up if you can't be there for the whole session.
Eta. Fishfighter has the right idea. It's not about the particular style or discipline of MAs it's about how good they are with kids.
Eta. Fishfighter has the right idea. It's not about the particular style or discipline of MAs it's about how good they are with kids.
This post was edited on 8/31/16 at 8:05 pm
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:09 pm to RhodeDawg
The place were my grandson is going, gives a two week free just to see if a child really wants to do it.
Grandson started about 2 months ago and really likes it.
Grandson started about 2 months ago and really likes it.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:11 pm to Wimp Lo
Some of the organizations are very kid oriented and have a lot of parents/kids training (although in separate classes). TKD is a very family oriented sport if you're involved in the right organization. Again, it all depends on your goals, desire to compete or not, etc. Before choosing a style, watch some videos of several different disciplines with your child. Be sure to let him watch some videos of Creative/Extreme martial arts - it really takes martial arts to a whole new level and makes it much more fun for kids.
For the other guys in here with kids involved in TKD, do any of your kids compete?
For the other guys in here with kids involved in TKD, do any of your kids compete?
This post was edited on 8/31/16 at 8:20 pm
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:12 pm to Wimp Lo
Kung Fu
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:17 pm to TheCaterpillar
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growing up it seemed like only weird kids and nerds did it. I remember people getting made fun of for it.
There are a lot of kids in TKD like this. Think about it - most kids who are already athletic are already involved in team sports. Maybe 10-20% of the kids I see in TKD are already athletic. The majority are kids who are there for a reason - their parents wanted to get them involved in some type of activity, and individual sports offer more involvement than team sports if you're not very athletic (you won't sit on the bench in TKD). Many are kids who are in dire need of discipline. Many are kids who really need a boost in self confidence. You will see remarkable transformations in kids who apply themselves. If you look at my kid now compared to when he started 6 years ago, you wouldn't believe it's the same kid.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:17 pm to 911Moto
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For the other guys in here with kids involved in TKD, do any of your kids compete?
My little guy competed regionally for a little while then started racing motocross. That seems to be his calling but I definitely think TKD and the discipline he learned translated into his success racing. He gained confidence and is hell on wheels now.
TKD was cheaper.
This post was edited on 8/31/16 at 8:20 pm
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:17 pm to Wimp Lo
My son is a student at LSU He took Tae Kwon Doe when he was 10-15 and earned a second degree black belt but it didn't really teach him near as much as jujitsu ( blue belt)Gracie United
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:21 pm to Barf
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Muay Thai.
This is the correct answer.
Very rarely are grapplers of any kind going to start fights. End them, absolutely. But if you're worried about bullies, then get that kid in the best striking discipline known to man, Muay Thai.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:23 pm to BowDownToLSU
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My son is a student at LSU
Another benefit...
It's all about the discipline, that's probably one reason he's a college student now. The benefits are endless and go far beyond protecting himself.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:25 pm to RhodeDawg
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My little guy competed regionally for a little while then started racing motocross. That seems to be his calling but I definitely think TKD and the discipline he learned translated into his success racing. He gained confidence and is hell on wheels now.
TKD was cheaper.
Yeah, it's hard to beat motocross. When my oldest son was around 8 years old, I bought a couple bikes and we both got into it for around 6 years or so. There's just nothing like it. A bit scary at times - my class was at the gate while we watched a teenage kid get paralyzed on the smallest jump on the track (a 2 -3 foot high single that had a little kicker on it that put him over the bars). 3 or 4 kids were paralyzed in our area during the time that we raced. After my neck surgery we switched to road racing for a couple years. Made one trip back to the MX track on a borrowed bike and a high side into a jump face put me on disability. Be safe.
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:36 pm to Wimp Lo
I would say a good judo/jujitsu instructor
Posted on 8/31/16 at 8:42 pm to 911Moto
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Be safe
Thanks buddy. I tell him that constantly, we've seen some unfortunate injuries too. Hope you're well now.
To the OP, I think you've gotten some great advice in this thread. That's enough out of me though, you're making a good decision- wish your little guy/gal the best.
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