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Today's classes

Edmonstone Hall, Strathblane at 4pm

Corkerhill Community Hub at 6.30pm

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Today's classes:

The Leisuredrome, Bishopbriggs

Hokushin Heroes (4 to 6 year olds) at 5pm

Karate at 6.15pm

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Today's Classes

6pm - Scotstoun Parish Church, Ormiston Ave, Scotstoun, Glasgow

For all ages from 4 years old

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Today's Classes

4pm - Park Villa Sports Hub, Drumoyne
(Traditional Karate Class)

5pm - The Leisuredrome, Bishopbriggs
(Hokushin Heroes Karate for 4 to 6 year olds)

6pm - The Leisuredrome, Bishopbriggs
(Traditional Karate Class)

7pm - The Leisuredrome, Bishopbriggs
(Advanced Karate Class)

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In today’s world, self-defense for kids is a fundamental skill. Enrolling them in karate can teach them not just self-defense but also discipline, focus, and resilience. Karate benefits extend beyond the dojo, preparing them to face life’s challenges confidently.

Ready to power up your karate skills?

Today we are breaking down the foundation of a great attack: the Choku Tsuki (straight punch)!

While it looks simple, throwing a perfect, powerful punch requires focus, great posture, and control.

1️⃣ Stand Tall: Start by standing tall and confident in shizen tai (natural standing stance).

2️⃣ Prepare Your Hands: Make a tight, strong fist with both hands, and pull one hand all the way back to your hip.

3️⃣ Focus Your Eyes: Keep your head up, chin tucked nicely, and look straight ahead at your target.

4️⃣ Punch From the Middle: Push your fist straight out right from the center of your body.

5️⃣ Stay Square: Keep your shoulders relaxed and down, and make sure your tummy stays pointing straight forward.

6️⃣ Lock It In: Finish strong with a perfectly straight punch and excellent posture!

Teaching Kids to Face Failure in Karate

In the dojo, every child dreams of earning the next belt, mastering a kata, or landing a perfect kick. But just as important as celebrating those wins is learning to face failure along the way.

Parents often want to shield their children from disappointment, yet in karate, failure isn’t a dead end—it’s a stepping stone. Failing a belt test, forgetting a kata, or losing in kumite can actually help children build resilience. According to psychologist Carol Dweck’s research on the growth mindset, children who are encouraged to see setbacks as opportunities develop stronger perseverance and motivation (Dweck, 2006).

If children are never allowed to stumble, they may struggle later in life when faced with inevitable challenges. Studies also show that failure handled in a supportive environment helps reduce anxiety and strengthens problem-solving skills (Skinner & Zimmer-Gembeck, 2007). Karate provides exactly that kind of structured environment where children can safely fail, reflect, and try again.

Parents play a vital role: rather than focusing only on outcomes, they can praise effort, highlight lessons learned, and encourage their child to keep going. Success in karate is not just about perfect forms or shiny belts—it’s about building the mental toughness to rise after a fall.

References

Dweck, C. S. (2006). Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. Random House.

Skinner, E. A., & Zimmer-Gembeck, M. J. (2007). The Development of Coping. Annual Review of Psychology, 58, 119–144.

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