Everybody was Kung Fu Fighting....

So said Carl Douglas way back in the 70's when even I was a small boy!!

But the cubs werent Kung Fu Fighting.... they were taking part in a Karate taster session. The style of karate in question was Tang Soo Do which is a Korean Martial Art that has roots in various styles of martial arts, including Shotokan Karate, Taekkyeon and in some schools Shaolin Kung Fu.

I can't get my leg that high up!

Through various stretches, twists, turns, kicks and punches the cubs were put through their paces by Chief Instructor Nick. With various degrees of success I must add - some did end up on the floor when they tried a high kick!!

Nearly....

 
Nicks classes aim to introduce children to physical exercise and learning in a friendly, structured enviroment while introducing them to Tang Soo Do Karate with the emphasis on teaching basic skills and positive reinforcement. These skills include: Balance and Coordination; Self Confidence; Self Esteem; Following Instructions; Self Discipline; Respect for others and themselves; Energy Release; Learn Healthy Habits; Manners ; Train hard and have Fun.

Wouldn't want to be on the end of that kick!

Even though some of them already attend some form of karate class - everybody acquitted themselves well and everybody seemed to enjoy it. Which of course is the most important thing! And some of them who hadn't done karate before did show some real ability and skill which maybe they could take up?

The cubs would like to offer Nick a big thank you for donating his time and energies to this session which has helped the cubs move further on in their Fitness Challenge badge. If anybody would like to contact Nick in relation to his classes, you can call him on 07852439779 or visit his website http://karateclubs.webs.com/.

Phil
Assistant Cub Leader