The martial arts is more than just self-defense techniques. Most people are not aware of its wide range of benefits, from a healthier and more active lifestyle to physical fitness and personal growth.

Personal Level

• Increases self-esteem and -discipline
• Promotes confidence to over come fear and confront challenges head on
• Enables better concentration and teaches higher alertness and focus

Health Facts

• Increased circulation and flexibility
• Improved balance and cardio
• Lower cholesterol & blood pressure
• Stronger muscles and bones
• Stress and tension reduction

Statistics

Results of a survey conducted by the United States Martial Arts Foundation.

• In a survey of 200 parents whose children (ages 5 to 11) have been in Martial Arts training for at least six months:
  • 98% said their children’s behavior improved

• Out of 127 teachers who had hyperactive students in Martial Arts for at least six months:
  • Ages   5 to   8 - 79% improved
  • Ages   9 to 11 - 87% improved
  • Ages 12 to 16 - 97% improved

• Out of 172 adults enrolled in Martial Arts training, when questioned about their attitude towards life:
  • Ages 18 to 30 -   97% said it had improved
  • Ages 31 to 50 - 100% said it had improved
  • Ages 51 to 74 - 100% said it had improved

• Academic teachers with students in Martial Arts training who had practiced for at least one year:
  • Ages   5 to   8 - 95% improved dramatically
  • Ages   9 to 12 - 81% improved academically
  • Ages 13 to 18 - 91% improved academically

• In a survey of 121 adults (ages 18 - 65) enrolled in Martial Arts:
  • 73% lost 25 lbs or more
  • 25% lost at least 5 lbs
  •   2% gained 5 lbs or less