Teaching Respect: A Parent’s Journey (and Why It’s Worth the Effort) We’ve all been there—our child says something that just sets us off, and our immediate reaction is to put them in their place. We want respect, so why not demand it? But what if we took a step back instead of reacting and […]
When Game Night with a 5-Year-Old Doesn’t Go as Planned If you’ve ever sat down for family game night with a 5- or 6-year-old, you probably know exactly where this story is going. I’ve been there myself. You have all these grand expectations of how perfect the night will be—laughter, bonding, maybe a little friendly […]
Teaching teamwork is no easy task, but it’s essential for ensuring proper development in children. At American Family Martial Arts, we believe that the foundation of teamwork should be laid early. Here’s a guide to teaching children the importance of teamwork based on their age: Ages 3 and 4: The World Isn’t Just About “Me” […]
*Copied from David Morris on Twitter Parenting is hard. Parents have to choose their battles. Here are 8 fights worth picking with your kids: The Reading Fight: Make your kids read. Because reading is tied to everything from cognitive development to the ability to focus. Make your kids read now. The Outside Fight: Make your […]
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 […]
Does karate promote violence? Will my teen learn self-defense skills? How likely is my teen to get injured while doing martial arts? These are only a few of the questions many parents have when they consider signing their teen up for karate lessons. Karate, like other forms of martial arts, can be really good for […]
Why You and Your Kids Should Do Karate—It Fights Anxiety, Prevents Bullying and More written by Parade magazine For most people, the word karate conjures up images of martial arts flicks and Ralph Macchio’s famous tournament-winning Crane kick. But for those who practice the ancient discipline, it’s about so much more. “It’s a mind, body […]
Goal Setting: this month’s life skill Unleashing Your Child’s Potential through Goal Setting Goal setting is one of the most highly linked characteristics to the success that individuals have. Top athletes and successful people all use goal setting. And while it is a trait that is most often associated with adolescents and adults, younger children […]
The #1 thing we hear parents wish for their child – more confidence! Every month during our karate classes at American Family Martial Arts, we focus on a life skill and self confidence is an important one. Those who have self-confidence tend to be more content with life. They bounce back faster from challenges; they […]
Building a Better Future for Our Community through Martial Arts Helping the community has always been important to the husband and wife team at American Family Martial Arts. Since Michael and Jacky Tullier began operating schools in 1994, they have always made an effort to participate in their local community and to give back. So […]
I enjoy sports and [am] a martial arts enthusiast says Vanessa Bell. My 7-year-old son has been training in martial arts for 3 years. The benefits of karate for kids includes great characteristics and life lessons and I recommend the various practices to anyone I chat with. During this time, I’ve also watched young girls […]
Back to School Tips for Parents Summertime has come to an end, and with that comes all of the back to school anxiety and jitters that are common among children. Your child may experience common physical effects of anxiety associated with back to school time including symptoms from stomachaches to sleeping problems. They can also […]
If you have kids of different ages, then you know how challenging it can be to find things to do as a group. What excites your 10-year-old daughter is likely to bore your 7-year-old son – and vice versa. There’s one exception that the instructors of American Family Martial Arts know of – and that’s […]
Karate is more than kicking and punching these days. Martial arts is about self improvement and benefits. Physical Fitness The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says only 1 in 5 adults meet physical activity guidelines set to improve wellbeing. Although different martial arts vary in the levels of rigorous physical activity, nearly all of […]
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- Navigating Your First Martial Arts Class: A Beginner’s Guide
- Teaching Respect: A Parent’s Journey (and Why It’s Worth the Effort)
- Understanding Childhood Development: When Game night with a 5 year old doesn’t go as planned
- Understanding Your Child’s Development: Why It’s Okay if They’re Not Ready to Share
- Empowering Children: How Summer Martial Arts Camps Benefit Kids