Protect Your Child With Martial Arts Did you know that a child is reported abducted or missing every 40 seconds in the United States and that most potential abductors make their first contact with the children they abduct within one-quarter of a mile from their homes? It is now more important than ever to start (or continue) giving your children the tools they need to protect themselves: Never leave young children unattended anywhere and have older children practice a buddy system with their peers. Teach your children their full name, your name, your address, and telephone number. Teach them how to dial and use 911 or your equivalent emergency number. Teach your children about strangers, to never talk to strangers, and to never go near strangers. Give your children the confidence, strength, skills, and mental awareness they need to defend themselves if they ever find themselves in a shady situation with a stranger or someone they know – enroll them in a martial arts class. It can ...
