Is taekwondo a good way for my child to learn self-defense techniques?

If the exact wording were, "Can my child defend himself against an adult attacker?” then no, as the difference in size and maturity alone makes it almost impossible. But will it prepare my child? Yes! Martial arts will put focus, discipline and awareness as tools to be used; and [teaches the] process of how to pay attention and avoid situations—to make your child walk with their eyes up, alert and aware. Help your kids stay out of these crisis, yet work with them so they’re smart enough to have a couple of moves up their sleeves to outwit, stun, escape and live safe—not think they can fight it out and demolish.

Bob Westphal, Owner  //  Cameron Park and Foothill Taekwondo  //  1319 Broadway, Placerville  //  820 Wales Drive, Suite 3, Folsom  //  530-344-8400, foothilltkd.com