Being able to recognize and avoid an attack before it may happen reduces the chances of such confrontations by an attacker. Being able to recognize a possible attack also reduces the need to protect oneself. A student may never need to use self-defense throughout their lifetime, then again, in today's world, who is the next victim of theft, a physical attack, or rape?.
With today's technology, there are more jobs that acquire more thought rather than physical labor. In order to stay in physical shape and remain healthy, many people look to engage in some sort of physical fitness program. Since most people find exercising rather plain and unexciting, martial art training has become a top choice to remain fit and to stay in shape. Not only is martial arts training an exciting way to exercise, it is also enjoyable and educational. Where else can a person enjoy working out, and receive all the other benefits which martial art training has to offer (Why Take)? The benefits are endless. .
Four different interviews are found within the following pages, written by the instructors of Robert Pratt's" East-West Karate School of Mansfield, Pennsylvania; a highly credible, enjoyable, exciting martial arts school referring to all the benefits listed above.
Robert Pratt:.
"My name is Robert Pratt, and I'm the owner and head instructor of East West Karate in Mansfield, PA. I've trained in martial arts for approximately twenty years and have been teaching in Mansfield for the past seven years.
Along with the physical aspects of karate training, I also teach the students how to improve their mental qualities, such as confidence, respect, self-discipline, perseverance, etc. .
Throughout class I have seen kids with very low self-esteem blossom and become confident teenagers and adults. Many students have gone on to become incredible performers in public and awesome instructors. They have no problem speaking in public, which is the number one fear listed by psychologists.