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Screen Time to Mat Time: How Martial Arts Improves Family Fitness

Many families struggle to balance screen time with physical activity in today’s digital age. Kids and parents can be glued to devices, leading to sedentary habits that negatively impact health and family bonding. Martial arts offers a dynamic solution—a way for families to stay active, strengthen relationships, and foster healthy lifestyles while having fun. Here’s how martial arts can transform your family’s fitness journey, including tips for staying active during winter.

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December 18, 2024
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Arashi-Do Martial Arts: Calgary’s Best Martial Arts School

As a parent, supporting your child’s participation in martial arts can be one of the most rewarding investments in their physical and mental development. Whether your child is just starting with Karate, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or is already on their way to mastering advanced techniques, your involvement plays a crucial role in their growth and success. For families in Calgary, martial arts can offer a structured environment where children gain confidence, self-discipline, and physical fitness. Here’s a parent’s guide to supporting your child’s martial arts Journey in Calgary, ensuring they get the most out of their experience.

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November 25, 2024
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A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Your Child’s Martial Arts Journey in Calgary

As a parent, supporting your child’s participation in martial arts can be one of the most rewarding investments in their physical and mental development. Whether your child is just starting with Karate, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu or is already on their way to mastering advanced techniques, your involvement plays a crucial role in their growth and success. For families in Calgary, martial arts can offer a structured environment where children gain confidence, self-discipline, and physical fitness. Here’s a parent’s guide to supporting your child’s martial arts Journey in Calgary, ensuring they get the most out of their experience.

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October 16, 2024
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Karate vs. Other Martial Arts: What Makes Karate Skills Unique?

When choosing a martial art for your child, it’s essential to understand what skills each one teaches. Karate, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) are popular martial arts, but they train the body and mind differently. Let’s look at what skills your child will develop in Karate compared to Muay Thai and BJJ and why Karate is an ideal option for younger students.

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September 23, 2024
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Back-to-School Success: How Martial Arts Can Improve Sleep, Discipline, and Academic Performance

Back-to-school season is in full swing here in Calgary, and parents are looking for ways to ensure their children are mentally and physically prepared. Enrolling your child in one or more of our martial arts classes—Karate, Muay Thai or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—can play a significant role in this preparation, addressing many critical areas discussed in these back-to-school tips.

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August 20, 2024
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Embracing Martial Arts Values: Respect, Humility, and Perseverance in Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and Muay Thai Classes for Kids in Calgary

In today’s bustling world, parents seek more than just physical activities for their children—they seek environments that instill essential life values. Martial arts classes in Calgary, including Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), and Muay Thai, excel in teaching respect, humility, perseverance, and physical skills. These core principles shape young practitioners into disciplined athletes and prepare them for academics, relationships, and beyond success.

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July 18, 2024
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The Ultimate Summer Activity: Why Martial Arts is the Best Summer Activity for Children

Summer is just around the corner, and parents are searching for the perfect activity to keep their kids active, engaged, and excited. Look no further than martial arts classes! With various disciplines like Karate, Muay Thai, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, martial arts classes offer the ideal summer experience for kids. In this blog, we will explore why martial arts is the ultimate summer activity for children, promoting physical fitness, mental discipline, and positive mental health.

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June 20, 2024
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Empowering Kids: The Impact of Martial Arts on Achievement

Hey, parents and guardians, let’s dive into something important – our kids’ sense of achievement! Picture this: your little one dressed in a crisp white uniform, standing tall and beaming with pride. That’s the beauty of martial arts classes like Karate, Muay Thai and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu It’s not just about physical moves; it’s about boosting confidence and fostering a sense of accomplishment.

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April 22, 2024
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A Brief History of the Enduring Legacy of Muay Thai

Throughout Thai history, Muay Thai has remained an integral part of the nation’s heritage, embodying centuries of tradition and cultural significance. Originating from ancient warfare tactics, Muay Thai was revered as the primary form of self-defence utilized by Thai warriors during countless battles and conflicts that shaped the course of the nation.

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March 14, 2024