The class begins with a bow between students and their sensei. The students warm up with jumping jacks and sound out the Japanese numbers for 1 through 10, yelling: ...

Adults and youth enthusiasts who want to engage in the martial arts arena and learn the basics of self-defense to advanced fighting and weaponry need to check out some local classes. This doesn't ...

Half a dozen children between 5 and 9 years old form a line facing the sensei and bow in respect. Assuming the appropriate karate stance, they begin punching the air with their right fists, shouting ...

The kids are out of school. Instead of letting them sit around the house and hit each other, why not let them beat out their boredom in a safer, more controlled environment - maybe even learn a few ...

Earlier this year, I found myself looking for ways to help my daughters to develop a stronger voice and carry themselves with more confidence, while giving them an opportunity to stay active outside ...

Dear Margie: Kids’ martial arts classes teach quite the opposite – control, discipline and respect. I have found that children who take classes in judo, karate or capoeira pay better attention and are ...

Martial arts is a traditional form of self-defense that benefits kids as it is really so much more than just combat. Positive aspects of this sport include increased fitness, mental health and fun.