Teenagers -we’re going to talk about stages of development in teenagers today. Basically, it is the stages in which children learn and grow Physically, Intellectually, Emotionally, and Socially (PIES). Breaking down the way children learn and grow in these four categories can help both parents and instructors of martial arts understand what is going on. […]
If your child has expressed an interest in learning martial arts, then the first thing you need to do is find a great martial arts school. There are many karate schools in the Baton Rouge and Prairieville areas which may meet your needs, but there are plenty of details to consider before making a decision. […]
Elf Skillz: Your Child Development Elf on the Shelf Solution Many parents enlist Elf on the Shelf to remind our kids that he/she’s keeping tabs on them and letting Santa know if they should be on the ‘naughty’ or ‘nice’ list… Although we at American Family Martial Arts appreciate the concept, we’ve put together a […]
Holiday Parenting: Keeping the Joy Alive The hustle and bustle of the holiday season, this year, maybe a little less intense but, no doubt, still exciting. While holiday parties may be missing from our typical December schedules, the pandemic can’t stop the spirit of the season! Decorating the house, wrapping gifts, and baking goodies will […]
This month American Family Martial Arts’ students will study the character word: TRUSTWORTHY. People that are trustworthy have a reputation for being honest, responsible, and reliable. When a child is considered trustworthy, there are many benefits. People tend to treat trustworthy children better and provide them with more opportunities from learning to leading which consistently […]
There are five newly ranked black belts in Louisiana. And each one is a unique individual that shows there is not such thing as “typical” black belt. On Sunday, Oct 25, five students from American Family Martial Arts were promoted to 2nd or 3rd degree black belts at a small ceremony held at Frank’s Restaurant […]
The Benefits of SKILLZ Martial Arts for 5 & 6-Year-Olds Children between the ages of 5 and 6 years are in the “dynamo” stage of development. They are now at a point where basic skills become the foundation for their continued growth and development. At American Family Martial Arts, we call them Little Ninjas. Martial […]
As people grow older, they begin to find ways to be more productive and make use of their time. For senior citizens, in particular, they find that there is even more time they need to utilize and want to do so effectively. Many will go out and find other jobs while others will pursue hobbies […]
Every year, the American Heart Association celebrates Heart Month to raise awareness about heart disease and heart health. What you may not know is that martial arts are great for the heart. In fact, the cardiac benefits of martial arts give a whole new meaning to the idea of cardiovascular fitness. With that in mind, […]
Every month during our karate classes at American Family Martial Arts, we focus on a life skill. This month’s life skill is patience. Definition: The ability to endure waiting or delay without becoming annoyed or upset, to persevere calmly when faced with difficulties; the ability to tolerate being hurt, provoked, or annoyed without complaint or […]