Martial arts guidance for dads
Karate, Taekwondo, Judo, Jujitsu, Aikido, Kung Fu, and Krav Maga — philosophy, techniques, gear, kata, and belt progressions for dads helping their kids choose and grow in martial arts.
Choose a Martial Art
Karate Striking art — punches, kicks, and kata. Olympic sport. The most popular martial art for kids worldwide. Taekwondo 90% kicking. Explosive, dynamic, acrobatic. Olympic sport since 2000. Requires serious flexibility. Judo Throws and grappling. "The gentle way" — use leverage, not force. Olympic sport since 1964. Jujitsu / BJJ Ground fighting and submissions. Position before submission. Most fights end on the ground. Aikido Redirect the attacker's force. No competition. The most philosophical martial art. Kung Fu Chinese martial arts — hundreds of styles from Wing Chun to Shaolin. Animal forms, weapons, and philosophy. Krav Maga Israeli self-defense. No forms, no tradition. Purely practical — designed for real-world situations.
For All Martial Arts
Philosophy & Mindset The "don't fight" principle, mental discipline, and calming exercises. Kata & Forms What kata is, why it matters, how to practice, and examples across martial arts. Training & Conditioning Stretching, physical conditioning, and mental training for all disciplines. Find a School What to look for, red flags, and how to evaluate a martial arts school. Printables Training logs, belt trackers, equipment checklists, and stretching routines.