Frequently Asked Questions about Adult Martial Arts Training at the Dragon Gym in Exton, PA Do I need any prior experience? Nope! Our muay thai program is completely progressive – meaning we teach you exactly everything need to know in order to safely and effectively train in traditional martial arts like Tae Kwon Do and... Read more »
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6 Common Doubts about the Martial Arts Experience
The martial arts offer a very valuable journey of self-discovery. There are different stages within this journey all the way from beginner to black belt and beyond. At each stage there are different challenges and obstacles. This article will look at the common doubts that most beginners of the martial arts experience on their journey.... Read more »
Back To School Tips for Parents - How Kids Martial Arts can Help
Dear Parents, Summertime is coming to an end, and with that comes all of the back to school anxiety and jitters that are common amongst children. Your child may experience common physical effects of anxiety associated with back to school time including symptoms from stomachaches to sleeping problems. They may also experience emotional stress from... Read more »
3 Simple strategies to get more out of your martial arts training
1. Train with lower intensity This may be surprising to hear from your instructor, but you have to keep in mind that you cannot be at 100% all the time. Arguably, you should almost never be training at 100%. As a martial arts trainee you should live between 40% and 80% intensity. Training below that... Read more »
Know thyself and the difference between wants, likes, and needs
You may have heard the Aristotle saying: "Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom" This is no little thing, hard to accomplish and perhaps the endeavor of an entire lifetime. Although we are often our own biggest critics, it seems that the occupancy of day to day life in our minds prevents us looking... Read more »
