By Ashley Irwin
Children, pre-teens, and teenagers are spending more and more time on the computer and in front of the television than ever before. According to The LA Times, young people spend over 8 hours a day consuming media whether it be social media, TV shows, movies, or video games. This amount of time means that young people are spending more than 50 hours in front of a screen! This season, consider giving your child a gift that doesn’t require them to stare at a screen, but instead, helps them improve their focus, physical fitness, and self-confidence, all while they have a good time.
While it may seem a bit “out of the box,” Taekwondo is a wonderful gift to give. To succeed in Taekwondo, you must be able to hone your concentration and focus. Things like video games and browsing the web for hours can negatively impact young people’s ability to concentrate because their brains are not fully developed. Taekwondo, on the other hand, can help your child learn to focus, improving their performance in school and in many other aspects of life.
The hours that kids spend in front of screens also lessens their ability to interact socially with their peers. Taekwondo is a great way for children to get to know other people their age. Training creates a positive and fun environment for children to express themselves and improve their social skills.
Locally, Robinson Taekwondo Academy in Franklin is a great solution, as it provides classes for children of all ages. The challenging classes they offer are fun for children and teens, while also being fun and offering a chance for personal growth.
Buying your children a video game may satisfy their Christmas list, but Taekwondo lessons provide skills they will use their entire life. The benefits of Taekwondo can improve the physical and emotional health, and can help them become happier and more confident for the new year.
Robinson Taekwondo Academy is located at 102 Lumber Dr, #600, Franklin, 37064.
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