My daughter has some self control issues, mostly because she's four, but I still don't want them to continue into her older life. I've heard that putting children in karate classes can improve their self-discipline and self-confidence. Is this true? Should I put my daughter into a karate class?
2006-12-07 08:24:01 · 12 answers · asked by kameka 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
4 years is not at all too young to start a martial arts. Ignore whoever said that. My oldest started when he was 5 and he has progressed so well and has shown an increase in both discipline and self confidence. He is in taekwondo. Our youngest is 3 and the instructor allowed him to sit in on a few classes and it was amazing what a difference just a few classes made. He is 4 in Janaury and so we'll sign him so he can attend on a regular basis like his brother.
My oldest started swimming lessons and gymnastics as a toddler. Since then he has gone on to baseball and taekwondo and might play soccer this spring. My 3 yr. old did both baseball and football this last year. It is good for them and gives them a chance to burn off energy. Just don't put them in too many activities at a time. You learn how to balance. But there is nothing wrong with having them involved at an early age.
I think it would be good for your daughter to do taekwondo or karate if they don't have taekwondo in your area.
Good luck!
P.S. I'm pregnant but as soon as this baby is born I'm also going to take taekwondo. :) They have an adult class. My 6 yr. old will be at least two belts ahead of me!! :)
2006-12-07 10:21:38 · answer #1 · answered by Amelia 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a 5 year old daughter, and I also box and train shotokan karate. Of the two my daughter enjoys boxing the most, and I agree with her for two points.
1) Traing to box is more about exercise, whereas the disipline and technique in karate can be overwhelming.
2) Karate is not just a sport, it can be a lethal weapon. But boxing teaches you self control without the harsh and demanding (& monotonus) routine of Shotokan.
Either way, both offer great exercise and discipline, but my daughter finds boxing that bit more fun!
2006-12-07 08:47:53 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son (4 years old) is starting Tae Kwon Do in January. He has been in gymnastics since he was 18 months to help burn some energy. He has never had behavior problems or anything, in fact he is probably considered a very well behaved preschooler. I think it's great for kids to have something to focus on and be proud of and gymnastics has done that for him up until now. I just decided to put him in Tae Kwon Do to expose him to different things. I have heard of it's behavioral benefits and think it will be great for him. If you think she would benefit from it by all means put her in it...if nothing else she will probably have fun!
2006-12-07 08:34:42 · answer #3 · answered by totspotathome 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes but self control comes with age
2006-12-07 08:54:55 · answer #4 · answered by Cristine D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check with your local dojos. They may have an unstated rule about the youngest age they will enroll. Part of it is due to attention issues. If the dojo does say that they enroll 4 year olds, enroll her, because yes it will help with control, discipline, and confidence
2006-12-07 08:38:14 · answer #5 · answered by Bamabrat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually, karate is okay, but Taekwondo is better... as a proffesional tkd champion, I prefer the sport over karate... actually karate is a good idea if there are no tkd classes around for you...
2006-12-07 08:33:30 · answer #6 · answered by Shinzou Pawz 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I put my children in Karate classes and they do very very well.
They learn self discipline, respect, and most of all it shows in their daily living.
2006-12-07 08:36:28 · answer #7 · answered by erinjl123456 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could certainly help. Dance or tumbling is another option. It is great for motor control, learning to respect authority, and keeping your child active, as well as social interaction.
2006-12-07 08:27:15 · answer #8 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally,I am Still in Martial Arts (*I finished my 1st,2nd,&3rd Degree's in BLACK belt..Now I am currently in Judo, and Yujitsu...*) I am 19 yrs old and My mom's BEST friend!...Middle School and especially High School can be VERY tough on us....and it will take us girls time to realize that we are going to be okay after High School is over...(you know with all the bullying, heartbreaks, homework stress.)..So, as you picture this going on in your little angel's life, imagine having your girl's trust, helping hand, support, love, and most of all, friendship. THAT IS MAGICAL!..my mom and I have a very strong connecting relationship...I love her, she raised me well, and she didn't completely gave me "freedom" in my early teenage years, but she most definetly gave me space of my own, and she made it clear that she was going to fall behind me 100% of my journey through life, and halfway guide&lead me, as well....I just had my FIRST boyfriend...and it wasn't because my mom DIDN'T allow me to have one before, but because the confidence in myself, and my morals and good behavior, disciplinary actions, and strong friendship with my mother, lead me to good decisions (college, church, sports, karate classes, class president,etc) besides, boys at that age are uncertain of what they want, very immature, and too sharing of girlfriends (lol)...I didn't stay out of social events, or popular stuff at my school. I was very smart, attractive(I was model), and very, very,very athletic...and THAT IS WHERE KARATE COMES IN....(lol,took longh enough hu?)IT IS VERY IMPORTANT FOR A GIRL, AS IT IS FOR A BOY....girls don't tend to fight A LOT, but...pardon me for saying this...and don't get TOO protective and strict, please....
IN CASE OF A RAPIST TRYING TO PERSUADE OR GET YOUR LITTLE ANGEL.... a girl WILL know what to do....if you are going to enroll her...make sure you ask for certain Self-Defense classes...(*don't be shy to ask the "Master" about rapist preventions...trust me...I know*)...A girl's bond with a Mother is Unique,magical, special, and so strong...so remember to give her time to consume all the knowledge possible given to her, during her early years...especially teenage years.....Guide her, but don't always HOLD her hand...its okay to make mistakes (*tattoos, piercings, boyfriends, failing tests...*) because in the process of making them, she will learn what to do and what not to do the next time those things are presented to her in life. *wink* A mother's Love is a Mother's love...but note, TOO much overprotective behavior will also TAKE that love away, little by little until you have lost your precious daughter, once and for all (drugs, prostitution, jail, death, marriage and living far, far, far away with no returned mail or calls)
She will learn to study more
She will learn that skin is no place for ART
She will learn to value herself
She will respect herself
She will come to you
She will always Be YOUR friend....May God Bless You with many gifts in her coming years....God Blesses Children in so many ways..so never, never, never LOSE your faith in HIM...answers come to those who try and look at their lives through Heaven's eyes....AMEN ***Sincerely, Diane
2006-12-07 08:57:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
any type of extra curricular activities will help her, make her stick to one she likes
2006-12-07 08:45:15 · answer #10 · answered by bbwg_hbic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋