Martial arts classes offer lessons in focus, dexterity, and balance while providing an exciting way to keep physically active. Children as young as three can start learning these skills. If your daughter has an interest in karate or taekwondo classes, below are a few benefits of enrolling her.

What Are the Advantages of Martial Arts Training for Girls?

1. Exercise

Children older than six years old and teens need an hour of moderate to vigorous exercise per day. Martial arts classes mix cardio with resistance and toning exercises for a total body workout. This helps girls maintain a healthy weight and can also provide a good outlet for frustration or excess energy so that they can feel more focused and centered during school or other activities. 

2. Discipline & Dedication

Part of learning karate is adhering to the rules of the mat and demonstrating respect for the teachers and other students. This helps children learn how to apply these principles to their school, home, and work life. 

Additionally, as they follow step-by-step instructions, they will have the joy of seeing themselves progress, showing them the value of hard work and practice.

3. Confidence

Becoming more proficient in any skill can help boost confidence. However, self-defense training also teaches girls how to be aware of their surroundings and protect themselves from unwanted attention. This not only can make them feel more comfortable in new settings or around new people but can provide you, as a parent, with peace of mind as well. 

4. Socialization

Many kids are naturally shy. However, martial arts classes have a way of opening people up. When your daughter regularly interacts with other students who share her interest and who she will learn to trust during partnered exercises, friendship tends to follow. Even if your daughter has a lot of friends, this can be a way of expanding her social circle to include a wider number of personalities.

At ATA Infinite Martial Arts, the whole family has an opportunity to train in martial arts and self-defense. Serving Centennial, Greenwood Village, Aurora, and Lonetree, CO, the dojo offers classes for those three and older. Their highly skilled instructors ensure that every student learns correct techniques that benefit the mind and body. For more on family training, call (303) 353-4951. Visit them on Facebook for information on classes.