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The Impact of Taekwondo on Children’s Physical Health and Coordination

There are many benefits to enrolling your child in Taekwondo classes, both mental and physical. They can learn important social skills from participating in group sports, and it can help them develop an increased sense of confidence and discipline as well. That being said, there are also a lot of physical benefits. 


Let’s dive into the physical health benefits of taekwondo in children.

How can taekwondo improve children’s physical health?

There have been several studies that determined that enrolling a child in Taekwondo helps increase coordination, strength, and agility in both boys and girls. 


Taekwondo involves a variety of kicking, blocking, and punching techniques. Taekwondo translates to foot-fist-art.It’s more than just a form of exercise, though. It’s a Korean martial art that teaches discipline, aimed to help people grow a more healthy, balanced way of life. 


This martial art is designed to instil a sense of mental, physical, and spiritual balance in a person’s way of being. Some studies have even suggested that it’s especially helpful for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, and Down’s Syndrome, for whom balance has proven especially beneficial. (Calinog et al., 2021; Kim et al., 2016; Carter & Horvat., 2016)


At Team Carlo, instructors are proud to have had ongoing training from organisations such as Amaze – an organisation driving change to ensure Autistic people and their families live their best lives. We are blessed with many autistic children in our ranks today.

Enhanced focus and growth 

Taekwondo can also help improve a child’s instinctual actions and reactions in a way that will help them later on in life. The discipline of the Korean art of Taekwondo can lead to increased energy and focus. Taekwondo focuses on individual growth, not the success of and competition between teams. 


Taekwondo is also one of the safest physical sports and martial arts out there, and Team Carlo always makes sure that your kids learn in a safe and comfortable environment. Not only is Taekwondo safe and beneficial to a child’s early development, but it’s also a lot of fun. It can help them make new friends with social skills they’ll learn along the way. 

Enrol your child in a Taekwondo course today 

Team Carlo offers age-based Taekwondo classes for kids from ages four and up. Our courses are specially designed to help your child learn vital self-defence skills, as well as life-long habits that will give them a head start on their physical, mental, and emotional skills. 


Team Carlo nurtures confidence in children, which is often the first step in many meaningful journeys throughout life.


Our professional taekwondo instructors at Team Carlo can help provide your children with a safe environment to develop strong leadership skills. Connect with us via email at info@teamcarlo.com.au or call us on 1800 832 622 today!