Developing Social Skills and Friendships in Martial Arts

Some children make friends easily. Others need a structured setting where conversation and cooperation come naturally. A kung fu class is that kind of setting.

A shared goal

Children in class are working toward the same things: a new form, the next stripe. Shared effort gives them something to talk about and celebrate together.

Clear communication

Students learn to speak with a clear, strong voice, to look people in the eye and to ask for help. These skills make every friendship easier.

Courtesy

Thanking a partner, waiting a turn and encouraging a classmate are practiced every class. Courtesy makes a child someone others want to be around.