Martial arts are an ancient method of training your mind, body and spirit to act as one. It teaches kids about athleticism and fair play, while improving their balance, agility, body positioning, body awareness, strength, flexibility, mental equation and much more. The practitioners strive for harmony, but also learn effective and often devastating self-defense techniques. Children who get involved in martial arts reap many benefits in several areas of life. Most martial arts originated in Asia and include karate, kung fu, jiu jitsu, aikido, taekwondo, judo and muay Thai.

That being said, with the right exposure, coaching and increased self-awareness, most kids who take up Martial Arts eventually overcome these challenges and transform. What a confidence building activity! Today we are going to talk about Kung Fu, which is more like a mirror which can reflect pride and confidence but also at times fear and doubt: