The Lincoln Karate Clinic promotes strategies for kids to effectively deal with bullies by using confidence, self-defense skills, and non-violent approaches. Here are some top ways for kids to handle bullying, as advocated by the clinic: Build Confidence Through Martial Arts Practicing karate can enhance a child’s self-esteem, making them less likely to be targeted […]
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the harmful effects of bullying and promoting kindness, inclusion, and acceptance. Key Facts About Bullying: Bullying is unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. It can be physical, verbal, social, or online (cyberbullying). Bullying can affect everyone—those […]
Why do People Bully? There are a lot of reasons why people feel the need to bully others. The primary reasons are: • They are trying to fit in and feel that bullying is the way to do it. • They are trying to feel like more, by making others feel like less. • They […]
New students and parents often ask what the difference is between Lincoln Karate Clinic and all the other martial arts schools. While there are basic differences between styles of martial arts, LKC offers specific lessons based on what young people need (not necessarily always want) in terms of martial arts education. For example, we offer […]
Dealing with bullying can be very challenging for both children and parents. At LKC, our students in the intermediate program learn the steps of our acclaimed 3 C’s of rise up against bullying program. Unfortunately, most children and teens will experience bullying sometime in their lives and some will even be the bully at times. […]
These past weeks we have tested students so they could earn their new belts and go to the next level! Since we do belt testing every 3 months, students need to learn 3 months of curriculum in order to progress to the next level. Some students are not allowed to test at all and this […]
Between school and homework, kids spend the majority of their day sitting at a desk. That’s why extracurricular activities that allow them to release their energy are so important. Martial arts provides this essential exercise and more. Whether you choose karate or taekwondo or another form, practicing martial arts requires focus, respect, and self-discipline. These […]
The Positive Effects of Martial Arts for a Child in School Grade school can be quite the experience for any child. It is a place where a child not only learns academically but one where a child must learn to socialize and function in the world. Unfortunately, there are a lot of negative experiences that […]
Karate is very important to me and it has done wonders for me in and out of school. When I started karate I was learning the basics of karate and having lots of fun. As I got higher and higher up in the karate school I learned many valuable lessons and started to apply them […]
Karate is one of the world’s biggest and most popular martial art. The amazing punches and kicks can turn a person into a human highlight reel. But what’s the point of these techniques if we cannot use them efficiently? Practicing Karate without sparring is the same as learning to swim without getting in the water; […]
I have been at training at LKC for about 5 years and it has changed my way of life for the better. Karate has greatly improved my confidence, strength, and overall physical capability. Karate has taught me dedication, self discipline, and grit. Many people often view karate as a violent fighting sport, however the main […]
Happy 2024! We hope you had a terrific holiday and winter break. We are starting up our new sessions and new schedule this month and want to invite you to get your children and teens involved in karate at Lincoln Karate Clinic! Get started today with an amazing trial offer or just enroll now and […]
5 reasons you’ll never regret enrolling your kid in karate Learn about the benefits of karate for kids By Dawn MillerAugust 18, 2023 SHARE Is karate for kids a good idea? There are karate studios in just about every community across the nation and usually more than one, but should you enroll your child in a […]
Whether it’s part of structured in-school activities, during recess, or part of an after-school extracurricular, children have many opportunities to stay active and play with friends. Frequently, this is accomplished through joining a sport, the most common of which are football, basketball, hockey and soccer. However, if you’re looking for the best activity for your […]
The value of not quitting martial arts can be profound and far-reaching, impacting various aspects of an individual’s life. Here are some significant benefits and reasons why persevering in martial arts can be highly rewarding: Physical Fitness: Martial arts provide an excellent way to maintain and improve physical fitness. Regular training enhances strength, flexibility, […]
When students enroll in our karate program, they are never told it will be easy. They are told they are 100% capable of learning karate! They are also told that karate is a journey and that even though it isn’t easy, they will gain so much from their training as long as they don’t quit! […]
Join us this summer and learn all about being safe against child predators, bullies and just in general. We teach life skills and self-defense skills for everyday situations. We teach skills that kids need right now. Every child should know how to be safe around water correct? This is why kids are enrolled in swim […]
In martial arts, most often the focus is on the physical health/development of the individual. However, at Lincoln Karate Clinic, the instruction is guided by Scott Walls, a licensed mental health counselor with over 25 years of experience working with young people and adults. The mental health benefits of martial arts training are numerous. One […]