As a Response to young people being victimized by bullies, more and more parents are choosing to enroll their children in martial arts schools. But are these schools teaching what their students really need? Dr. Terrence Webster-Doyle demonstrates convincingly how conventional instruction in martial arts-focused on physical skills only-is not enough to help young people understand and resolve conflict. However, if they are introduced to a whole martial art, one that teaches how to avoid and therefore prevent conflict, young people can learn to deal with threatening situations powerfully and effectively, without resorting to physical violence.

The ultimate who, what, where and why reference book for parents in search of a martial arts school and a positive experience for their children. The authors answer dozens of questions about choosing a martial arts school and understanding what's going on once lessons begin including: evaluating an instructor's credentials; understanding contracts and membership agreements; spotting unsafe facilities/exercises; preventing injuries; purchasing the right safety gear; helping your child get the most from his or her martial arts lessons. An invaluable resource for parents. Includes check list and evaluation sheet for objectively comparing schools and instructors. Know which questions you should be asking and what answers signal a potentially positive experience for you and your child.

In this volume Dr Webster-Doyle takes the reader to two different types of martial arts schools to demonstrate the difference between typical training programmes and what he calls, martial arts for peace. Webster-Doyle asserts that when children are introduced to the whole martial art they can learn to deal with threatening situations without resorting to violence.

Don't get overwhelmed in your search for the right Martial Arts school. Go straight to the Master. There is no shortage of information out there about Martial Arts and the various styles. It's easy to get confused. But now, Martial Arts Unlocked separates the hype from the facts. It provides you with the best tools to choose the ideal Martial Arts program for your family. Master Joseph Ash, a martial artist and school owner with over 32 years of experience, breaks down the major types of Martial Arts schools. He gives an insider's look at how the Martial Arts business works and provides a punch list of "musts" for a high quality program. Written from the heart of a father, the spirit of a martial artist, and the mind of a business owner, Master Ash gives you a clear understanding of how to research, interview and select the best source of Martial Arts education for your family. "Finding the right Martial Arts school is like finding another family. In today's fast paced world, we need an extra set of eyes on our kids, new outlooks for our future and a safe place where the whole family can reconnect in a quality activity. A professional Martial Arts school is the ideal support system that today's families desperately need." Have a question or would you like to learn more, contact Master Joseph B. Ash: martialartsunlocked.comJoin his blog at: martialartsunlocked.com/blog

In Martial Arts for Children: A Parent's Guide to Martial Arts, world renowned master instructor Jesse Dean Crawfis fully details everything a parent should know about the martial arts including a basic history, the many benefits your child will receive through martial arts training and how to find a great martial arts school for your child.

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If you have a child who wants to learn to defend themselves or train in the martial arts out of curiosity, its confusing to know which one of the dozens of styles and schools available to choose. This is the only book you need to find the the optimum style for your child based on both your child's physical and psychological traits to make the experience the best possible. This book will inform you based on your individual child's temperament and physical attributes for your child to get the best fit as well as knowing what other styles other children have chosen and why. This book is invaluable to both the parent and their child and received the GoodHousing Keeping magazine's Seal of Satisfaction.

The Kids’ Karate Workbook is an engaging workbook meant to be used at home by young people who want to supplement their regular Karate or Taekwondo training. Drawing on the author’s more than 20 years of experience teaching martial arts to children, the book offers a step-by-step curriculum that traces a typical journey from first-day beginner to intermediate-level student. Along the way, kids learn about uniforms and etiquette; practice the most frequently used strikes, kicks, blocks, and forms; and unlock the basics of martial arts physics. The curriculum is highly interactive, inviting readers to answer questions and solve puzzles. It also highlights common mistakes to avoid, answers frequently asked questions, and points the way to a deeper understanding of martial arts. The easy-to-follow text is accompanied by 150 illustrations depicting the author’s own students—real kids who are also serious martial artists. While written for youngsters, the book is equally useful for parents who want to assist in practicing at home, as well as instructors who teach children.

A guide for parents to assist their child in martial arts training.

If you have a passion for the martial arts that you would like to share with a little one, or simply want to introduce this fun activity to a preschooler, I Can Learn Karate is for you.I Can Learn Karate will ignite a youngster's interest through cute, simple rhymes paired with photographs of trained children demonstrating martial art techniques. You can even learn a few additional, simple moves at home. As a bonus, there is a free downloadable guide for parents!