Thursday, November 13, 2008

Benefits of Martial Arts

I would like to share my thoughts on the benefits of practicing the art of TaeKwonDo....... Almost 4 years ago my wife Laura signed up our son Nick in a karate program at Zapata's Black Belt Academy in the Southport Town Center. He started out in the "Tiny Tigers" program. It became apparent to us that Nick not only loved to train, but he had the ability to become a very good marital artist. So this went on for about a year, Nick would train 3-4 days a week while Laura and I consumed to many cups of coffee from Starbucks while attending these classes. Before long we finally decided to get off our rears and start training ourselves.

Out of that simple act came a life change for my family. Training together has not only brought us closer but has changed our way of looking at life. The pride I feel when watching my son get up in front of an audience and perform these beautiful and intricate moves that make me stop and go WOW. The pride I feel when I watch my wife fire off a deadly accurate hook kick to the head (usually mine), and this coming from a woman who started off so timid and unsure of herself that Nick and I had to push and encourage her to continue her training. It has been so worth it. I have been working out my entire life and there isn't a workout or sport that I have tried that has giving me more satisfaction both mentally and physically than learning the art of TaeKwonDo.

Fast forward to today.... We are still training at Zapata's which is now called ATA Martial Arts of Southport. The school is currently operating at the bouncespot. I strongly encourage everyone who hates to workout to try our school (free 30 day trial), not only will you have a ball but you will get your body and mind into fantastic shape.

I can guarantee that you will experience:
  • Improved Muscle Tone
  • Improved Strength and Stamina

  • Improved Confidence
  • Improved Flexibility
  • Improved Agility and Reflexes

  • Improved Concentration and Self Esteem
  • And most importantly in today's hectic lifestyles, Reduced Stress.