Five Reasons Every Girl and Woman Should Learn Self-Defense

Five Reasons Every Girl and Woman Should Learn Self-Defense

First, I will tell you that I am not here to sell you fear. Everyone who has a wife, a daughter, a sister, a mother, or even a dear female friend knows that women are disproportionately the victims of violence whether it is from a stranger, a family member, or an intimate partner.

Martial arts are the arts of self-defense, this is true. But what martial arts can do for girls and women goes so much further than simple self-defense.

The benefits of sports participation by girls is by now very well known.

These benefits include reducing the risk of cancer, higher grades and graduation rates, better confidence and reduced levels of depression.

Five Key Benefits to Women and Girls

  1. Martial arts is empowering. Just look at what one small woman can do. Tell me that’s not cool.
  2. Martial arts promotes a positive self-image. Martial arts teaches women and girls to love their bodies not because they can fit in a size 0 dress, or because someone else wants them to look a certain way, but because of what their bodies can do.
  3. Martial arts gives the confidence to fight back. If confronted by a situation such as a robbery or assault, the best strategy is to get out of there fast. However, martial arts gives you the ability to defend yourself and make good your escape.
  4. Martial arts sets realistic goals. Each level of achievement is marked by a belt. Everyone starts off at the same level, and learns according to their individual ability. Your instructors are invested in your success and will guide you realistically and with care.
  5. Martial arts imparts a set of values. Courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and an indomitable spirit are what Tae Kwon Do teaches. In addition, everyone learns focus, confidence, discipline, and respect.

Since the passage of Title IX over 40 years ago, the number of girls competing in high school sports increased from under 300,000 in 1972, 3,000,000 in 2011.

However these benefits have not come to all in equal representation. In elementary through secondary education, 75 percent of white girls participate in sports, that number falls to less than 66 percent of African American and Hispanic girls combined, and about 50 percent for Asian girls.

After high school, sports participation drops off and so do the benefits that women experienced as girls. It’s understandable, after all adult life is hectic and filled with work, then with work and family, in ever increasing complexity.

What if you could take one step that would instill that self-confidence, improve health, and potentially save your life or the life of someone you love?

 

Giving the gift of martial arts says that you love someone, that you have faith in them, and that you want them to be safe and confident even when you’re not there to protect them.

It is a selfless gift, one of health both mental and physical, and a spiritual gift that remains long after the wrapping paper has been thrown away.

It will be worn every day, with every outfit, in every type of weather.

Wherever they go, they will carry it with them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most frequent questions and answers about our Martial Arts Programs

A specific part of our preschool and kids martial arts classes at Park’s Taekwondo Federation in Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Coconut Creek (East Coral Springs), Plantation, Lake Worth, Kendall FL is teaching respect, and teaching when to use their new self defense training and when to NOT use them.  We find that our students become more confident to stand up to bullies.  And have more humility and kindness to others though their martial arts lessons.

We encourage parents to watch their children in their kids martial arts lessons.  We love parents getting involved!  And so do their kids.  Even better… join into some of our martial arts classes for adults.   You’re kids will love that you have something in common.  It will build a strong family bond!

Additionally, if you wanted some ‘me-time’?  Simply drop them off, and go grab a coffee.  They will greet you with a huge smile when you return, because they had SO much fun!

No, not at all! 

We find that people start at varying fitness levels.  But, you will find that you do get fit by doing our Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Coconut Creek (East Coral Springs), Plantation, Lake Worth, Kendall FL martial arts classes.  Isn’t that the point though?

A fun workout that gets results!

Truthfully, the journey to Black Belt is an individual one.  Everyone can progress at a different pace.  There is no judgement on students for how long it does take.  What we can tell you, is that it is SO WORTHWHILE! 

The self defense skills you will master can truly be life-saving!
However, the other benefits of striving for Black Belt, like perseverance, never giving up, commitment and self discipline lead to life-long success.

You will find that your Instructors at Park’s Taekwondo Federation are dedicated to helping you on your journey to Black Belt or whatever your personal goal may be.

We do only have a certain amount of space in our martial arts training area.  To take advantage of our limited time offer…. The fastest way is to fill in form . 

Additionally, you can always call us, we would love to chat with you about what we do, and if our martial arts classes would be a great fit for you and your family!

Simply choose which of our martial arts school locations is best for you:
Coral Springs
➤ Boca Raton
➤ Coconut Creek (East Coral Springs)
➤ Plantation
➤ Lake Worth
➤ Kendall
and choose the martial arts program you are interested in.  We’re looking forward to meeting you, and sharing our passion for martial arts with you.

Make sure you wear comfortable clothes you can do sport in!  Not really suitable to practice kicks in a skirt.😳

Be sure to bring a water bottle to your martial arts classes. 

You will find Park’s Taekwondo Federation in Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Coconut Creek (East Coral Springs), Plantation, Lake Worth, Kendall FL have martial arts classes for kids and adults that are a great workout and lots of fun! 

Most students are grinning from ear to ear by the end of the class.  I am sure you will be too!

Not at all.  In fact, many students starting in our adult martial arts classes would describe themselves like that before they started.  So you will fit right in!

Give yourself some time, and you will be astounded at how much you improve!  You’ll find that our very experienced martial arts Instructors, are trained to keep their teaching simple.  So even the most uncoordinated person will develop ‘ninja-like’ skills!  Come see for yourself!

Yes, our Instructors are very experienced in this new way of learning. We have found students in Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Coconut Creek (East Coral Springs), Plantation, Lake Worth, Kendall FL and around the country really LOVE our virtual and online classes – as they can keep focussed without distractions of other students and recordings can be paused and rewound for additional clarification on techniques.

We have our in-person classes and online martial arts classes.

Depending on your membership, live streaming martial arts lessons and/or OnDemand recorded lessons are a perfect way for kids and adults to learn martial arts in the comfort of your own home. Some people choose a combination of in-person and online/virtual martial arts lessons in the Coral Springs, Boca Raton, Coconut Creek (East Coral Springs), Plantation, Lake Worth, Kendall FL area.

Have a chat with one of our Instructors, to find the best solution for your martial arts journey.

Our technology works with a multitude of devices. Tablets, computers, smart tv’s with internet access, smart phones. Obviously, the bigger the screen, the easier it is to see the Instructor.

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