Hudson Valley Kid's Martial Arts - Precision MMA in Lagrange, NY Offers Kid's Classes

March 7, 2013 - PRLog -- Many studies have shown that martial arts training can augment a child’s self-esteem.  It helps them become aware of their abilities and worth, which is extremely important in development and analysis of self-worth.  Jiu-Jitsu experts such as Rener Gracie have worked to apply their expertise to “bully-proofing” these vulnerable boys and girls, but what about children who aren’t victimized daily?  Kid’s martial arts can benefit kids with already high self-esteem!

The children martial arts program at Precision MMA in Hudson Valley, NY doesn’t just build inner strength, but it also helps kids take pride in their positive attributes.  For example, a student can be self-confident because they have an over-inflated ego or because they’re a bully themselves.  This isn’t the type of confidence that the Hudson Valley MMA program promotes.  What children learn in the martial arts program is that failing school and unprovoked violence aren’t anything to be proud of.  The instructors at Precision MMA value discipline, respect, perseverance, and humility.  As such, a student at the gym strives for success, whether it’s through mastering tests, writing an excellent essay, or sticking up for what’s right; a student at Precision MMA in Hudson Valley approaches all of these with the same enthusiasm as a belt test.  These young martial artists treat children outside of the gym with the same consideration that they do to their instructors and fellow students.

Improving their ability in Jiu-Jitsu or Muay Thai also gives these Hudson Valley children something to take pride in.  They have a concrete goal to strive toward, whether it’s perfecting that new move or earning a new color or stripe on their belt.  They set a goal, practice self-discipline, and reap the benefits of their hard work.  In doing so, the student builds self-confidence and the ability to conquer challenges in other areas.  This is particularly useful for young boys and girls as they enter adolescence and, eventually, adulthood, as they come across many different and unfamiliar situations.  They might be criticized unfairly or be made to call into question their worth as a person.  Being able to recall a specific achievement helps them work through an otherwise difficult situation.

Training at Precision MMA’s kid’s program in Hudson Valley also instills a sense of teamwork and camaraderie.  This might not be intuitive because martial arts aren’t a team sport, but lessons in cooperation in the gym are just as prevalent as on the soccer field.  Students quickly learn that individual success is based around having good sparring partners and the willingness of others to helpfully critique one’s weaknesses.  The belt ranking system also helps create a constructive atmosphere where more accomplished martial artists can help those who are newer to the sport.

Finally, martial arts training for kids in Hudson Valley benefits children of all ages and types because it promotes physical fitness.  There are immediate health benefits associated with regular physical activity, including improved cardiovascular health, low risk of diabetes, and other disease down the road.  Physical activity also produces endorphins, which can increase the child’s mental state and reduce stress, which also has many positive health benefits.  People who are in good shape are also generally viewed more positively than others.  Because restrictive dieting and weight training are inappropriate for children, practicing a sport such as a martial art is uniquely capable of spurring healthy, valuable life-long habits without destructive side-effects.

The self-confidence gained from training coupled with adult support at home, in school, and at the gym can help children extricate themselves from terrifying, demeaning, or perhaps even dangerous bullying situations. The ability of Hudson Valley kid’s martial arts to make an impact on the lives of children struggling with mental anguish or physical violence can never be understated. In addition, martial arts training builds positive values, gives children a concrete sense of accomplishment in their own hard work, encourages cooperative competitiveness, and can serve as a foundation for a lifetime of physical health. These benefits are available to all children, including those who are fortunate enough to already have high self-esteem.

Start your child on the martial arts journey that will change their life.  Precision Mixed Martial Arts is the premier kid’s martial arts school in the Hudson Valley area.  Give us a call at 845-392-8495 and make sure to ask about our 30-day free trial.  Precision MMA is located in the Freedom Business Center at 1097 Route 55, Lagrangeville, NY 12540.  Check out our website at http://www.lagrangemartialarts.com