10 Ways Martial Arts Improves Focus and Self-Control for School Success

Jan 17, 2025

At The Way Martial Arts, we believe that martial arts training is more than just physical exercise—it’s a pathway to personal growth and academic achievement. Whether you’re looking for martial arts classes in Indianapolis or Avon, our expert instructors are dedicated to helping students develop focus, discipline, and self-control. Here are 10 ways martial artsRead More

5 Reasons Martial Arts Teaches Discipline That Lasts a Lifetime

Jan 10, 2025

Discipline is one of the most valuable life skills a child can learn—and martial arts is one of the best ways to instill it. At The Way Martial Arts in Indianapolis, we focus on helping kids develop habits that promote responsibility, focus, and respect. Here are five powerful reasons why martial arts teaches discipline thatRead More

7 Ways Martial Arts Builds Confidence in Kids – One Kick at a Time

Jan 03, 2025

Martial arts isn’t just about kicks and punches—it’s about shaping character and building confidence that lasts a lifetime. At The Way Martial Arts, located right here in Indianapolis, we’ve seen firsthand how martial arts can empower kids to become stronger, more focused, and more self-assured. If you’re looking for Indianapolis martial arts programs that buildRead More

6 Ways to Make 2025 Your Best Year Yet

Jan 01, 2025

It’s 2025—time to focus on becoming the best version of yourself. Forget about resolutions that are impossible to maintain. Instead, adopt habits that empower you to grow and thrive. Here are six ways to make this year your best one yet. 1. Learn to Say No In a world where everyone seems to demand somethingRead More

Why Martial Arts is the Perfect Christmas Gift

Dec 10, 2018

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Until you can’t figure out what would make the best Christmas gift for your kids. There are so many things you  could get them. The latest Apple gadget, the latest game console, or the latest and greatest toys. Why not give them something that will las themRead More

5 Benefits of Training in Martial Arts Over the Summer

Jun 14, 2018

Today, we are faced with challenges in getting our kids to be active and away from TV, mobile devices and video games. Not only that, but sometimes its hard to find the energy to get to the gym to workout for ourselves. If we have a hard time getting ourselves to the gym, imagine whatRead More

5 Reasons Martial Arts is Great for Kids with ADHD

Nov 03, 2015

According to Healthline.com “6.4 million American children between the ages of 4-17 have been diagnosed with ADHD.” Our state of Indiana ranks fourth for highest rates of ADHD. Boys are affected in higher numbers than girls and their symptoms tend to be the most pronounced. In boys you might noticed symptoms like a lack of focus,Read More

5 Safety Tips for Halloween

Oct 13, 2015

Its that time of the year when all of those ghouls and goblins, princesses and princes, fairies and queens come out to ask more of that delicious candy. For many kids it’s a great and exciting time of year. They get the opportunity to escape who they are and get to dress up and becomeRead More

7 Ways to Help Your Child Learn Gratitude

Oct 09, 2015

The Millennial Generation has a bad rap as being the “entitled” generation. Whether it’s true for the entire generation or not is a debate all in its own, but we do know that with each newer generation they have more luxuries than the previous. But where has gratitude gone? As technology makes things easier year-after-year weRead More

6 Things to Do When a Kid Says They Want to Quit Karate

Sep 25, 2015

Your kid has been kicking and punching in Karate class. But something is a little different now. They seemed like they were having fun, but now they tell you, “I want to quit.” Kids are always trying to discover more about themselves and trying out new things. So, inevitably they will want to quit somethingRead More