would you allow them to kickbox?
2007-08-27 13:21:02 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Grade-Schooler
I would let him kickbox, not compete.
2007-08-27 13:35:26 · update #1
Yes!
It is a great way to keep fit, improve reflexes, and help mental concentration.
There is MORE to martial arts than just kicking the hell out of someone.
lol
2007-08-27 13:27:01 · answer #1 · answered by tattie_herbert 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on the size and maturity of the child. My son is big for his age, and knows how to play by the rules. But a small kid or one who is easily disappointed by losing may have a hard time with the rules and dicipline of kickboxing
2007-08-27 13:26:18 · answer #2 · answered by parental unit 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've got an 11 year old and I'd let her kickbox... as long as she wasn't into it in order to be an instigator. If it helped her defend herself, great, but I don't want her being the bully.
2007-08-27 15:07:34 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would think its fine. I teach 5th graders and in PE they do a small amount of that. I have a 12 yr. old as well and he has never asked to kickbox.
It really depends on your child and how he may use what he learns.
( Connie Mom of 4 boys and 5th grade teacher )
2007-08-27 14:57:32 · answer #4 · answered by connie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes
2007-08-27 13:30:50 · answer #5 · answered by LeftEyeGemini 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on how good the child is. If he was a calm child and listened very well yes. if he was out of control where i could not handle him most of the time then no it would more than likely be a big mistake and he would end up in alot of trouble then i would only blame myself
2007-08-27 13:27:28 · answer #6 · answered by fancy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would allow them to learn it as a way of staying in shape. However, I don't think it would be safe or healthy to let them compete.
2007-08-27 13:33:03 · answer #7 · answered by amanda b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would have a kid taught self defence with a martial art like
Ninjitsu as in ninja as in assasin and or Krav maga
http://krav-maga.tripod.com/id2.html
the martial art of the isreali army
Combined with free running lessons as demonstrated in these videos
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=1200058447260450472
http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=3639475650777832790
From say the age our four with the intention of it becoming fully prepared to defence itself from the age of 14.
Including dealing with knives and guns, and taking out adult treats like peodophiles
Along with first Aid, swim lessons, streetwise traing etc.
2007-08-27 13:28:12 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes...and I'd let her compete if she wanted to.
2007-08-27 17:21:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure, if they wanted to. It teaches self discipline and is good exercise. Just make sure they aren't doing it 'cause they want to beat someone up...
2007-08-27 13:25:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋