BULLY PREVENTION PROGRAMS – DID YOU KNOW MARTIAL ARTS DETERS BULLIES AND BULLYING?
Bullying in school or among children is a major issue that is more common than any parent would like. In recent times, bullying has grown from physical or verbal bullying on the playground to cyberbullying.
As a parent, you probably wish there was a way to stick by your child 24/7 and offer the protection they need. But did you know martial arts programs help to deter bullies and bullying?
Your child is not only at risk of being bullied by other kids but also at risk of becoming the bully. Here is how martial arts training helps to protect your child from falling in either category, even in adulthood.
Why and who bullies
A child may bully other kids to fit in, gain attention, or as a response to being bullied themselves. You may notice the signs that indicate your child is a bully, and they include;
- Aggressive behavior
- Having friends that bully
- Excessive worry over their reputation among peers
- Trying to control friends
- Gets into physical or verbal fights
- And so on.
Bullying is often a predator and prey situation where bullies pick on those who seem weak, unsure of themselves, shy/withdrawn, small, less popular in school, or at any form of a disadvantage.
Hence, the best ways to deter bullying are part of the values taught through martial arts which include;
1. Self-confidence
It’s a fact that bullies stay away from confident kids. As we have explained above, bullies target kids who seem insecure or weak. Through martial arts training, kids learn to develop new skills and push themselves to achieve goals. They learn that when you fall, you get back up again. They develop restraint and discipline and the ability to defend themselves. This instills self-confidence that is evident and makes them less likely to be a target for bullying.
Bullies themselves enjoy prestige born from fear in others. By developing self-confidence through martial arts, your child won’t need to resort to such behavior for approval or attention.
2. Speaking up
Speaking up is the next step to self-confidence for bully prevention. Bullies hardly pick on a child that can speak up for themselves. In martial arts training, kids learn to respond to instructions loud and clear. They learn loud energy yells that train them to be comfortable calling attention to themselves and speaking up in any situation. This makes it easy for your child to confidently look a bully in the eye and state clearly that they want to be left alone. They will also have no problem reporting the incident immediately.
3. Resolving conflicts
Some parents always wonder if learning martial arts to deter bullies and bullying means their child will be quick to resort to violence against others. Contrary to this, some key parts of martial arts training are restraint and the ability to resolve conflicts peacefully. Martial arts teaches respect for authority, others, and themselves that both prevent a child from bullying others or getting physical with a bully. It gives children the confidence and mental strength to also walk away and not be baited into a fight. Self-defense against physical fights is a last resort, and your child will know how to do this with control.
Bullying doesn’t have to be an issue for your child. Values taught in martial arts can teach your child ways to prevent being bullied or deter from bullying. Learning self-confidence, knowing when and how to speak up, and conflict resolution are just a few benefits of martial arts training. Enroll your child in martial arts classes to make a great first step to promoting a healthy social experience.
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One of the Finest Chinese Martial Arts Schools in the Country
Some of the best competitors and teachers that I've ever met come from this fine school. It has a tradition of excellence in all they do. Grandmaster Huang, Chien-Liang and the US Kuo Shu Academy build champions with integrity.
Nelson Ferriera
The School has Transformed my Life.
The school has transformed my life and made me a better man body and soul. It's really special to witness the transformation of the the youth at the school as well. The staff at the school really care about the students and each other. This is all so vital to our youth for they are the future of things to come.
Bruce Seward
USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it’s a lifestyle
How lucky it was, that we stopped by USKSA. Instantly it becomes an irreplaceable part of life. And not just for my daughter, mine as well, since I became a student too. USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it is a lifestyle. It is a family. The school changed my life I can proudly say: I am a better person now, stronger (mentally and physically), even happier than I've been before I joined the USKSA. There is not enough good words to say. Thank you.
Alex Reznikov
I am learning how to be a Better Person
I am proud to study at US Kuo Shu Academy for Three Main Reasons. The instructors provide superior quality teaching and have in-depth knowledge of martial arts principles The genuine passion for teaching authentic martial arts, The sincere attitude that permeates every class that I am not just learning how to be a better martial artist, I am learning how to be a better person.
Steve Smith
Made me healthier physically and mentally and more focused & organized at work
It has helped me keep my sanity! Made me healthier physically and mentally and more focused and organized at work. I am a better person, writer, and mother because of my experiences at USKSA. And it's been the "village" that has helped my sons learn about values and character and hard work. If you want to change your life for the better, if you want to give your children tools...then this is the place.
Xylia Hall
Nothing Short of Amazing
The US Kuo Shu Academy is an amazing, traditional martial arts school with stellar instructors and an incredibly well-developed curriculum. My experience there - both at Owings Mills and in Marriottsville - has been nothing short of amazing. The Tai Chi program provides an incredibly layered experience that combines both the meditative/health aspects of Tai Chi, along with the martial aspects of the form. They truly care about their students, and provide expertise and support in an environment that is both caring and rigorous. Whether your interest in Tai Chi or Kung Fu, meditation or martial practice, this is the place to be.
Margaret Boas
I’ve gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized
My association with this system began 7 years ago. My only goal at the time was to have a form of exercise in my life that didn't bore me. I was very overweight and was in desperate needs of getting in shape. In addition to helping me lose over 100 lbs, I've gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized was missing from my life. I've made friendships that will last the rest of my life. I've been mentored by some amazing people, and I've had the great honor to mentor some amazing people.
Jeramy Hansen
I’ve gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized
My association with this system began 7 years ago. My only goal at the time was to have a form of exercise in my life that didn't bore me. I was very overweight and was in desperate needs of getting in shape. In addition to helping me lose over 100 lbs, I've gained a sense of self-confidence I had never realized was missing from my life. I've made friendships that will last the rest of my life. I've been mentored by some amazing people, and I've had the great honor to mentor some amazing people. Joining US Kuo Shu Academy was one of the best decisions I've ever made.
Jeramy Hansen
Nothing Short of Amazing
The US Kuo Shu Academy is an amazing, traditional martial arts school with stellar instructors and an incredibly well-developed curriculum. My experience there - both at Owings Mills and in Marriottsville - has been nothing short of amazing. The Tai Chi program provides an incredibly layered experience that combines both the meditative/health aspects of Tai Chi, along with the martial aspects of the form. They truly care about their students, and provide expertise and support in an environment that is both caring and rigorous. Whether your interest in Tai Chi or Kung Fu, meditation or martial practice, this is the place to be.
Margaret Boas
I am learning how to be a Better Person
I am proud to study at US Kuo Shu Academy for Three Main Reasons. The instructors provide superior quality teaching and have in-depth knowledge of martial arts principles The genuine passion for teaching authentic martial arts, The sincere attitude that permeates every class that I am not just learning how to be a better martial artist, I am learning how to be a better person.
USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it’s a lifestyle
How lucky it was, that we stopped by USKSA. Instantly it becomes an irreplaceable part of life. And not just for my daughter, mine as well, since I became a student too. USKSA is not just a Chinese martial arts school, it is a lifestyle. It is a family. The school changed my life I can proudly say: I am a better person now, stronger (mentally and physically), even happier than I've been before I joined the USKSA. There is not enough good words to say. Thank you.
Alex Reznikov
The School has Transformed my Life
The school has transformed my life and made me a better man body and soul. It's really special to witness the transformation of the the youth at the school as well. The staff at the school really care about the students and each other. This is all so vital to our youth for they are the future of things to come.
Bruce Seward
One of the Finest Chinese Martial Arts Schools in the Country
Some of the best competitors and teachers that I've ever met come from this fine school. It has a tradition of excellence in all they do. Grandmaster Huang, Chien-Liang and the US Kuo Shu Academy build champions with integrity.
Nelson Ferriera
The Best School of Martial Arts
My children have been students for more than 4 years now and they love this school of martial arts. US Kuo Shu Academy is their second home, learning not just Kung Fu but also developing one’s character as a good, responsible, respectful and disciplined citizen. Thank you very much Grandmaster Huang. Master Michael Hung and all the teachers and students for making this place the best school of martial arts.