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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]It was amazing for my DCs confidence. She started at 6 and still practices, including teaching during school breaks, almost 15 years later.

If you’re looking for self defense techniques, I’d look elsewhere. Some dojangs teach some, but it’s not a focus (my kid could do it, but again…a decade plus of experience and extra instruction as an instructor…your average tween lower belt student won’t have that ability). For exercise, discipline and self confidence, IMO it’s an excellent option.

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Why is it better at building confidence than other activities or sports? Genuinely asking as we are considering this too. [/quote]

I'm a mom who took martial arts in my 40s. I feel much more confident about my ability to physically protect myself.  I don't relish the idea of getting into a fight, but I feel less scared about it.

For the kids at my dojo, they take turns leading exercises at the front of the class and teaching younger students. They also see themselves progressing in skills through hard work.  Learning to lead and mentoring others and mastering hard skills through hard work teaches confidence. [/quote]

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