Teaching martial arts to children with ADHD, although definitely challenging, can be surprisingly rewarding. In the final installment of this three-part series (see Part 1 & 2), we’ll explore a few more tips on how to provide kids with ADHD martial arts skills in a positive learning environment.Structure is KeyThough the structure is important for keeping order in any classroom … [Read More...] about Martial Arts for Kids with ADHD: Benefits & Strategies – Part 3
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