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Top Kids' Martial Arts Classes In South Florida

For kids it is important to learn self-defense to be able to help their judgement when confronted with a fight-or-flight situation. It separates the situations where they can use other options (conversation, debate, apology, jokes) instead of the knee-jerk reaction of fighting. Instructors can show kids their inner strength through in-depth training which will keep kids healthy and apply their energy towards accomplishments such as tournament appearances, tournament victories and participation awards. In attending these classes, children will find a group of kids that they can befriend and widen their view of their neighborhood and the rest of the world surrounding them. The daily and weekly interactions of attending classes allows kids and parents to move out of the family circle to grow and progress in their relationship to understand one another further.
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Budokan Judo Club
2613 W. 76th St.
Hialeah, FL 33015
(305) 826-0355
www.budokanjudoc lubfl.org

Budokan Judo Club is a place where children can practice and be able to sit and watch the adults afterwards with such titles/honors as Grand Masters Champion, Dallas Open Invitational Champion, U.S. Open Champion, Olympic alternate, etc. Budokan Judo club is a top martial arts school in South Florida and is centrally located in Hialeah. Parents could brave the traffic of the Palmetto and local streets of Hialeah to take their children to learn the sport of judo from knowledgeable instructors.

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Team Jungle Muy Thai
9300 S. Dixie Highway, Suite 201
Miami, FL 33156
(786) 738-3841
www.junglemiami.com

Learn the Thai martial art from experienced instructors that offer to teach children in a three-track curriculum (as taken from their website): how to pay attention in class and follow directions, the basic martial arts moves of Muy Thai, good character traits, body awareness, balance and coordination along with the "art of fighting without fighting." The training children receive will give them focus and confidence in themselves to prepare for challenges in the outside world.

Related: Best MMA And Martial Arts Studios In Miami

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Somerset Academy-Panther Judo Club
20803 Johnson St.
Pembroke Pines, FL 33029
(954) 442-0233
www.somersetacademy.com

Another successful judo club in South Florida, Somerset Academy trains children who often reach high levels of recognition, winning state championships. Adults who have won national championships and competed on the world stage is mentorship that is worth the investment. For parents in the area, aftercare is offered with a beginners class beginning later on followed by an adult class and an advanced class for the traveling team. Interested parents should take a few hours out to watch the class and the instructors to see their expertise.

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Barnard's Martial Arts
6306 N. Powerline Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(954) 654-0031
www.fortlauderdalekarate.com

Another school that aims to help kids develop anti-bullying methods of self-defense, Barnard's has a great martial arts program for children. The kids will learn to develop confidence in themselves through training and preparation of their bodies. Through the training given, the student is expected to increase his/her awareness of the work it takes to get to that point and not ruin it through poor traits like disrespect for others, bad health, etc.

Related: Best After-School Activities For Kids In Miami

Eric L Labrador is a freelance writer covering all things Miami. His work can be found on Examiner.com.
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