Move over me and make me dance

Karate-do “Little Tigers Program” is not just another after-school activity, what your child get here is personal development through a physical discipline.  Our exciting, yet disciplined, classes focus a child’s attention, thus improving his or her ability to learn.  Within each new accomplishment a student’s self-confidence grows and confidence is the first step in the empowerment of an individuals physical and mental abilities.

Once we begin to develop a students self confidence we are then able to instill the values of respect, courtesy, honesty, perseverance and integrity that are the foundation of martial arts dating back thousands of years.

These physical and character combined foundations at Karate-do “Little Tigers Program” develop children excel in their academic school studies, sports and social endeavors.  They will be leaders not followers.

A student is never compared to anyone else but himself.

What are you waiting for parents?  Getting your child started IS EASY!

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ADD (Attention deficit disorder)
There has been a tremendous amount of research dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of ADD.   Many children with ADD experience difficulty building and maintaining positive peer relationships.
Children diagnosed with ADD tend to have problems following directives or instructions.
How we address the ADD problem (attention deficit disorder) in the dojo.

Everyday more and more professionals engaged in the treatment of this problem for children recommend that these children become involved in a martial arts program.
For many children with ADD, the Karate-do “Little Tigers Program” provides ideal place to increase attention span, develop motor and behavioral control, improve self-esteem, reduce distraction, and build positive peer relationships.

There are several things that parents can do to help their ADD child to have a positive experience in karate.  First of all, it is fundamental that your child attend class on a regular basis.  Do not punish your child by withholding karate classes.  Since one of the primary purposes of a karate class for children is to promote good discipline and respect, it makes no sense to use it as a punishment.  Secondly, be consistent in developing your child’s class schedule.  On class days, rather that asks your child if he or she would like to go to class, announce that it is time to get ready for class.  On school days, you would not ask your child if he/she wanted to go to school, but rather you would facilitate their getting ready for school.

Be supportive of your child’s instructor, and do not be afraid to ask for suggestions for assistance with discipline at appropriate times.  Most good instructors will be glad to set up an appointment with you to address any special concerns you may have about your child.
Praise your child for accomplishments and provide encouragements when they experience difficulty.  In whatever way you can, help to make karate a positive experience in your child’s life.

At its highest, karate not only improves the physical skills of the practitioner but also, elevates both the mind and the spirit.  Drills provided can be a powerful tool in helping ADD students learn to focus their minds on a task and increase their attention span.

Studies link attention problems to early TV viewing.
Watching TV more than 2 hours a day early in life can lead to attention problems later on life.
The link was established by a long-term study of the habits and behaviors of more than 1,000 children born in Dunedin, New Zealand.
Young children (3 -11) who watched a lot of TV were more likely to continue the habit as they got older.
Possible explanations for the association are:

• The rapid scene changes common to many TV programs may over stimulate the developing brain of a young child, and could make reality seem boring by comparison.
• Hence, children who watch a lot of television may become less tolerant of slower-paced and more mundane tasks, such as school work.
• It also may be possible that TV viewing may supplant other activities that promote concentration, such as reading, social interactive games play and sports.
• The lack of participation inherent in TV watching might also condition children when it comes to other activities.
• Previous studies have linked the sedentary habit of TV watching among children to obesity and diabetes, and another study in the same journal cited the poor nutritional content of the overwhelming majority of food products advertised on the top-rated U.S. children’s TV shows.
• Up to 98% of the TV ads promoting food products that were directed at children age 2 through 11 were high in either fat, sugar, or sodium, wrote Lisa Powell of the University of Illinois in Chicago.
• The study was not proof that TV viewing causes attention problems, because it may be that children prone to attention problems may be drawn to watching TV.  However, results show that the net effect of TV seems to be adverse.

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Do not hesitate to contact Sensei Martin Silva (903.932.1070) or via email: martin@jkarate.com with your questions.

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