Here's a terrific Youtube video showing a capoeira class for children with disabilities. The music is gorgeous too. I'm afraid the subtitles are small and blurred, so you'd have to click on the full screem button on the bottom right hand corner of the video. Capoeira is a beautiful martial arts practiced in Brazil. It has fluid, smooth movements and looks like dancing. It's pretty awesome how the capoeira teacher has taught children with different disabilities, including Down's syndrome. She has faith in her students and believe that they can do brilliantly, despite other people telling her what she's doing won't work. Some of the students are also interviewed, and it's great to see that they're so motivated and enthusiastic. :)
Here's a terrific Youtube video showing a capoeira class for children with disabilities. The music is gorgeous too. I'm afraid the subtitles are small and blurred, so you'd have to click on the full screem button on the bottom right hand corner of the video. Capoeira is a beautiful martial arts practiced in Brazil. It has fluid, smooth movements and looks like dancing. It's pretty awesome how the capoeira teacher has taught children with different disabilities, including Down's syndrome. She has faith in her students and believe that they can do brilliantly, despite other people telling her what she's doing won't work. Some of the students are also interviewed, and it's great to see that they're so motivated and enthusiastic. :)
http://karate-kids.com.au/teaching-children-martial-arts-exercise-as-punishment/ A must read on how exercise as punishment harms - whether you're old or young, physically fit or unfit.
http://karate-kids.com.au/seven-lessons-i%e2%80%99ve-learned-since-becoming-a-martial-arts-instructor-for-kids/
A martial arts instructor muses on important things he's learnt while teaching kids. I have to admit, this put a smile on my face. :) It was heartwarming and just so true.
http://karate-kids.com.au/bullying-a-parents-guide-to-prevention/ Learn tips on busting bullying and how to protect your children. Everyone has a right to be safe, especially children, who are our most vulnerable members of society.
http://www.superparents.com.au/blog/2010/06/no-one-wants-to-be-a-victim/ How to avoid becoming a victim of crime.
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http://www.child-safety.com.au/2010/06/stranger-danger-taught-correctly.html Learn how to teach your children about stranger danger - the RIGHT way. Find out what your children can do when faced with this threat.