Children and the Martial Arts One of the ways to show true love toward your children is to let them possess the power of self-discipline and self defense at an early age. This could be a priceless, lifetime gift for those you love. We have learned the children respond best to Martial Arts training, and carry the discipline, the concentration, and the confidence forward to success in school, in play, and in work. Children's Classes Nobody sits on the bench in Martial Arts training. The cultivation of mind and body begins the same for every child who is guided individually towards concentration perseverance, balance, agility, and control. Each child requires nurturance and support to define his or her own blend of mind and body harmony.