Kim’s Black Belt Academy | Taekwondo Allentown PA 18102

Families That Kick Together, Stick Together

Tae Kwon Do is one of the best all-around exercise programs. A typical session consists of stretching, conditioning, calisthenics, and cardiovascular development.

There are many reasons to practice Tae Kwon Do. Some students start to learn the art of self-defense. Others choose to train for physical fitness or weight loss.

Many of our students appreciate the sport and compete in local, national, and international competitions. Some practice Tae Kwon Do simply because they find it enjoyable.

Tae Kwon Do has also become a popular exercise activity for women. With escalating crime rates and violence, practicing Tae Kwon Do has enabled many women to live without fear through the knowledge and practice of self-defense. Women learn to defend themselves while increasing cardiovascular development, improving their flexibility, losing weight, and toning their bodies.

Children have an advantage in Tae Kwon Do because they have greater flexibility at the start of their training. Not only does Tae Kwon Do aid children in becoming physically fit, but the discipline is carried over to other areas of their lives, too.

Tae Kwon Do builds discipline, self-confidence, self-control, and self-respect, all of which foster a sense of responsibility. Studies have proven that a child who practices Tae Kwon Do is a better student academically and is better behaved at home.