The Best of TSM Martial arts – Spain

Hello Friend,

I’ve put together a roundup of the last week’s links and called it the ‘Best of TSM Martial Arts – Spain’.

They are helpful if you are interested in finding a Martial arts school or what you’ll gain from the sport. Regardless of your level, new to experienced.

Here you can get a review of some of the popular highlights of the week. All in one place... Here goes:

Links day

                             

Discover Martial Arts in Alhaurin

      In this post I talk about the peace that is derived from Martial Arts and linked it to one of Alhaurin's well know authors, the late Gerald Brennan.

 Will my child learn discipline from doing Martial Arts?

A post about some of the features of martial arts which will result in your child increased levels of discipline.

 How do I choose the right Martial Art for me?

Aimed at those who are struggling with the intricacies of which one to go for... This post deals with how You and your attributes go a long way to deciding what is the best style of Martial Art School to join. 

  Am I too old for Martial Arts?

Here, you’ll learn insights into the aspects of Martial arts that will affect you if you are up in years and how to navigate your way around them.

  Will Martial Arts stop my Child getting picked on?

A little bit of know-how, mixed with preparation and dial in some techniques can change the game in your child's favour. This post explores this touch subject.

 The really simple way to get started in Martial Arts

Sitting on the fence? This post gives you some pointers on what to do and what to expect if you are at all nervous about getting involved.

  5 hidden gems for busy Parents who do Martial Arts

Work – home balance is tricky enough as it is. Taking part in Martial arts is not like other sports I can do at home... Where will I find the time?” But do the benefits you get in return far outweigh the effort? Check out the post.

And there you have it, some useful links all in one place for anyone who wants to get involved in Martial Arts or get a perspective of the sport...

The best of TSM Martial Arts – Spain. Blog posts for the last week.

Please comment below and feel free to share. And of course also leave in questions in the comment box and I’ll get right on to them for You.

Thanks for taking the time.

5 Hidden Gems for Busy Parents who do Martial Arts

Hi Guys, you lead busy lives, ferrying kids around, working hard, daily house chores, stress at work and sometimes, even at home.... maybe not enough hours in the day to get things done as it is...

So why in the world would you want to take on a sport that is renowned for its commitment and dedication to become proficient at it?

Put simply, because it gives you so much back in return... Hidden because they are not gems you would normally associate with the sport.

But here are 5 Gems for You busy parents who do Martial Arts. 

Tranquility

Quality time spent participating in a sport with your kids or energy and vitality you get from martial arts can encourage a little more involvement through practice in the sports or activities your children are into outside of Martial Arts. 

But let’s say your kids also participate in martial Arts. It is very rewarding sharing that time with them, watching them go through their trials and tribulations and also for them watching you go through the same.

A lot of parents work long hours and although they are at home with the kids for long periods. It can sometimes be doing individual things without a great deal of interaction.

Family Martial Arts changes that and you find even more common ground and involvement at home, sharing the sport rather than just being their cheer leader.

Flexibility can tend to reduce as we get older, sometimes it’s inactivity and sometimes there can be other causes... But even for Parents who take part in Sports, flexibility can still be reduced if that sport does not contain a program of stretching as part of its curriculum.

Having the Flexibility you get from Martial Arts training is actually directly transferable to other areas of your life and that is both physically and mentally as the mind is directly linked to the body and vice versa. 

You may have seen pictures or watched videos of super flexible Martial artists and thought: ‘Never’. You may be surprised to find that in time, you may be one of those who surprises herself with the level of flexibility attained.

Sense of Achievement. This is an easy one... As you progress up the belts, and to do so you go through a series of grading’s designed to check your level of competence and work on the areas you are lacking

Not just in the dojo, but in your life will mean that you are in a state of constant improvement... which reinforces your sense of achievement across the board.

New Friends and in fact a new social scene if you so desire can be found as you get to know your fellow practicioners and their sphere of contacts... It can be very rewarding indeed.

Stress release.   Stress is definitely the enemy of the busy parent as you try to juggle life and all the things you need to do and the list of to do’s always seems to be mounting. 

Any excercise is a good way to release stress. But more so with Martial Arts. As the nature of this sport is to develop the participant to be mentally and physically ready... The breathing and focus of energy as well as the cardio that you’ll take part in will act as a wonderful elixir for the flushing away of stress.

So, what have we covered? 5 hidden gems for busy parents who take part in martial arts. What you will find is Martial Arts will bring tranquility to your hectic schedule.

Please leave a comment or ask any questions below.

Thanks for your time

The Really Simple Way to get started in Martial Arts.

I put together the really simple way to get started in Martial Arts for you if you have been putting it off for a while, find it a bit daunting or would just like a little insight before taking the plunge.

Most clubs are run by regular people you’ll meet on the street, you wouldn’t have a clue they did Martial arts unless they told you or, you bump into them on the way to or from the dojo (Martial Arts School).

 

Students practicing a kata.

New Students welcome.

If there is one thing a Martial arts school loves it is new student’s.  Why? Because the nature of the sport is to teach students what they need to learn in a step by step fashion and as students move up the belts, the school continually brings in new student’s to have a well rounded class.

You see, the student’s who are going up the belts, benefit as much as new students do in that when they impart their skills and knowledge, they are also learning the other aspects of their training which is necessary for them to progress...

Hence, you don’t become a good Martial Arts teacher/sensei because you are a black belt, but rather become a good teacher because of the practice you had on the way up.

Research before you go.

A little research before you go to the School goes a long way. I recommend a call and talk to the Sensei of the school. This will give you the best feel for the school. Even if a secretary handles new enquiries.

It doesn’t have to be anymore than a question or two. Like, “I was considering joining your school, what sets you apart from the rest?” Or, “I’m new to Martial Arts, what advice would you give me, just starting out?” 

The responses to your questions will speak volumes about the man and the ethos of the school.

If the call goes well, but you feel nervous, share it with him or her and ask if there is a provision for new people who just want to take it easy to start with. He may recommend a...

Visit or taster session.

Pay a visit to see how a session is structured, you may be asked to visit when there are no classes so he can spend time with you... But I recommend you visit when a class is in session... This way you get a much better idea of what goes on, and may even raise a list of questions you’d like to get answered before you take the plunge.

Alternatively it may spell a “No! Don’t think I want to take this any further.”  At this stage, try a different school before you call it a day.

There can be huge differences between how Martial Arts schools are run, even when practicing the same discipline. 

Get your questions answered after the session. You may have to wait while the current students or parents of younger ones interact with the sensei. 

He’ll ask you what you thought and if you want to give it a try. Be honest, if there is something niggling... Ask for a resolution. You may have overlooked something.

If you tried a taster session on your first visit. Then you’d be even more certain as to whether you want to pursue it further or not... You’ve now gone from standing on the outskirts wondering to being present in the dojo.

Focus

Remember.

Most Schools welcome new students, research the school not just online, but make contact with the Sensei and get questions answered. Finally, visit during a session. If still happy, take part. 

Failing that, try another school, going through the same sequence before you throw in the towel.

If don’t like the schools you researched, but still want to take part in Martial Arts, then carry on looking till you find that school/Sensei combination that is right for You... 

Good Luck

Please leave a comment below if you found this useful or indeed have any questions.

Thanks for taking the time.