I want to put my daughter into some kind dance such as jazz or tap. On the other hand i also want to get her into Judo, or Karate to learn how to defend herself from the freaks that are wandering around our neighbourhoods, but she doesnt want to. Should I put her into dance so she can have fun or self defence class where she will be bored,. I cant afford doing both so I need advice to which one I should pick.
2007-02-25 02:27:28 · 20 answers · asked by Tammy 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
She is 8 yrs old, and she wants to dance, but i want her to learn self defense.
2007-02-25 02:38:58 · update #1
Don't put her in self-defense if she doesn't want to. It's pointless; I wanted to dance as a child, but m stepdad thought I should learn a more classical skill so he put me in Piano. The result? I didn't get to dance until I was in 6th grade, putting me way behind the skills of my dance team in high school, and can I play piano? Nope. I hated it and didn't practice. Let the girl get into dance (I suggest jazz!) How old is she? If she's 14 or older, give her some pepper spray to put in her purse, make sure 911 is on a rarely used speed dial number on her cellphone, and don't let her walk home by herself.
2007-02-25 02:31:42 · answer #1 · answered by Beauty Bunny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I doubt that she would do well in self defense if she isn't interested. Besides it is unlikely that she would actually be able to overpower or defend herself against an adult. I think the best thing to do is teach her to never go with strangers and always be with a buddy and never wander off alone. Scream if someone tries to take her, poke eyes... all that stuff. Tell her about the horrible things that happen when kids are abducted, scare the h*ll out of her! LOL
Also concerning the dance lessons... I am a gymnastics teacher at a dance studio and I know we offer a discount for multiple classes so I would suggest getting her into dance lessons that will allow her to also take gymnastics. Karate classes usually suggest gymnastics classes in combination with karate so maybe gymnastics would lead to an interest in karate if you keep mentioning it to her. Also you could take her to see the karate classes maybe that would strike an interest.
2007-02-25 04:41:50 · answer #2 · answered by sbj95 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think the best way is to give it a try. I have tried self-defense myself. It may start out as some kind of boring sport, but maybe when she sees herself getting stronger with no one daring to challenge her, she might change her mind.. I think if u have time, let into self defense first, if she didn't like the atmosphere there and if she didn't like what she is been taushe, then switch to the dancing thing.. in this way, i guess, u'll check what she really likes, not what she thinks she like
2007-02-25 02:34:17 · answer #3 · answered by Habhoub 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My suggestion is let her dance. It is a wonderful form of expression and something she wants. If she is anything like my daughter she will fight you every day if you put her into something she hates. Pre3haps you can find a local self defence in your area that a community center does at little to no cost. Good luck. I know that kids are hard!
2007-02-25 03:04:07 · answer #4 · answered by princess_becca25 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not take advantage of some Free Introduction Classes. The Martial art programs, usually offer free lessons. This may perk her interest.
Also, depending how old she is "Kick-boxing" can be exciting. And you both could take advantage of a free class.
""Keep in mind... the karate may give her a false sense of defense, it takes a while before you master the 'take-down', methods."
Choosing between dance and martial arts is a tough decision. good luck to you both.
2007-02-25 02:46:08 · answer #5 · answered by Joy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put her into Tae Kwon Do, my sister is in that and she was bored the first days but now she would not dare miss a class. She is a yellow belt and she will be testing in March for a High Yellow.
2007-02-25 04:19:36 · answer #6 · answered by Chris 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell her that you will let her take dance, if she allows you to give her one self defence lesson a week. Look it up on the Internet! Or tell her she can just take slef defence, no dance.
2007-02-25 03:35:20 · answer #7 · answered by Project Runway Lover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would put her into dance first if that is what she is interested in and then work on the self defense classdes later! or, take her to view a self defense class she may decide that she likes what they are learning!as long as she is young the defense calsses should not be needed as you should always have someone with her that can and is willing to protect your child if you are can not be there to do it yourself !protecting your child is your responsibility not theirs!
2007-02-25 03:18:58 · answer #8 · answered by pgiggles34 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make her take a couple years of Karate then allow her to take dance. Or vice versa whatever you think. Both go hand in hand.
2007-02-25 02:30:34 · answer #9 · answered by Kathleen F 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How old is she? Put her in a weekly dance class and also take her to one of those one-time self defense seminars (you can attend it too).
2007-02-25 02:30:12 · answer #10 · answered by ♥Lucky♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋