As people grow older, they begin to find ways to be more productive and make use of their time. For senior citizens, in particular, they find that there is even more time they need to utilize and want to do so effectively. Many will go out and find other jobs while others will pursue hobbies and activities that they never could before retirement. Martial arts is one activity that many seniors should take advantage of in their pursuit of finding a participatory activity. There are many benefits associated with taking martial arts classes. Sustain Mental Health Growing older can be a wonderful t ..read more

Every year, the American Heart Association celebrates Heart Month to raise awareness about heart disease and heart health. What you may not know is that martial arts are great for the heart. In fact, the cardiac benefits of martial arts give a whole new meaning to the idea of cardiovascular fitness. With that in mind, here are some ways that taking martial arts classes can protect and strengthen your heart. Martial Arts Raise the Heart Rate The first way that martial arts can help the heart is by raising your heart rate when you work out. The heart is a muscle and it needs to be worked. When y ..read more

Grade school can be quite the experience for any child. It is a place where a child not only learns academically but one where a child must learn to socialize and function in the world. Unfortunately, there are a lot of negative experiences that a child may have when going through school. Whatever those experiences may be, it would be a good idea to have a child participate in martial arts classes. Doing so will give them the tools they need to survive the school experience. The benefits associated with taking martial arts classes are essential for them to be able to have a positive experience ..read more

Children develop habits at a surprisingly early age. In fact, studies show that they develop lifelong routines by age nine. Along with practices such as good manners and household chores, goal setting is another important skill they will carry into adulthood. Our martial arts programs help children prepare for life by teaching the importance of setting and achieving goals. Learning to set goals is a fundamental approach to success. Engaging in martial arts allows children to build on their knowledge, skills, and awareness through its many lessons. Envision goals. Because the sport of martial a ..read more

Dojo Karate’s Ninth Annual Charity Golf Tournament for the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) was a huge success! The tournament took place on Sunday, August 18, at Riverwood National Golf Course in Otsego. We raised over $12,000 for AuSM this year. We want to give a HUGE thank you to the incredible sponsors, volunteers, and the 113 golfers who made this year’s tournament such a triumph! AuSM is a non-profit organization that provides resources, education, and support to families affected by autism. At Dojo Karate, our mission is to help people of all ages and backgrounds reach their highest p ..read more

Kids today experience a world that’s full of distractions and expectations. With all the screens, social media, and social pressures they see every day, it’s important for them to learn the skills necessary for focusing on a successful, happy life. But that’s much easier said than done. One way to teach kids important life skills is with martial arts training. Here are five key benefits of practicing martial arts for kids. LEARN THE IMPORTANCE OF DISCIPLINE & HARD WORK Self-discipline keeps kids focused on seeing things through to the end. It’s one of the most important skills for a succ ..read more