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Why Train at Changing Lives Martial Arts

Posted on February 28, 2021July 20, 2021 by stickguy

By Changing Lives Martial Arts, locations in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach It is a known fact that martial arts provides children with a good dose of self-respect and self-esteem. Besides increasing their self-worth, training …

Teaching Young Children the Importance of Respect

Posted on February 2, 2015July 20, 2021 by stickguy

It goes without saying that respect is one of the most fundamental traits required to be successful both professionally and personally. Schools make it a point to teach respect for authority during a child’s most formative …

Why it Is Important to Teach Manners at the Youngest of Ages

Posted on February 2, 2015July 20, 2021 by stickguy

We have all heard and said simple phrases like “thank you” or “please” hundreds of times in our lives. Parents ensure that their children say these phrases at appropriate times to instill the habit, making courtesy …

Life Skills that Prepare a Child for Being in School

Posted on February 2, 2015July 20, 2021 by stickguy

The earliest years of a child’s upbringing can be the most important in many ways. Professionals who teach pre-school are always keeping an eye out to see whether children are developing mentally, physically, and socially. A …

Karate Can Help Build a Kid’s Self-Esteem

Posted on February 2, 2015July 20, 2021 by stickguy

Karate is an ancient martial arts style that was developed in the Ryukyu Islands in Japan. It grew into one of the most popular forms of martial arts worldwide several decades ago and still continues to …

Improve Your Child’s Self-Confidence with Karate

Posted on February 2, 2015July 20, 2021 by stickguy

Karate is an ancient Japanese martial arts form that became popular worldwide during the 1960s, and today for the vast majority of non-martial artists, “karate” is synonymous with “martial arts.” It continues to be a popular …

The Importance of Developing a Child’s Focus

Posted on February 2, 2015July 20, 2021 by stickguy

One of the most common problems that many children have is in focusing on particular tasks for long periods of time. Developing memory, focus, and attention spans when a child is between the ages of three …

How to Develop Independence in Your Child

Posted on February 2, 2015July 20, 2021 by stickguy

Among the challenges and joys of parenthood are raising, providing for, and taking care of a young child. Parents develop intensely strong bonds doing things for our children especially during the infant and toddler years, though …

Helping Children Develop Self-Control

Posted on February 2, 2015July 20, 2021 by stickguy

When a child throws a tantrum in the middle of a grocery store or a theater, the spectacle can be extremely frustrating for the parent. The first “fit” might be tolerable, but as days, months, and …

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