If you're over the age of 30, Should You Consider Martial Arts?


Well, yes --and no.
 
You should consider a regular, daily, exercise program. A sensible one; one that starts slow
 and lets your fitness sneak up on you (rather than hitting you over the head with it).
 
A martial arts program certainly has the potential to be a fantastic complete training program, as it includes stretching, strength training, aerobic and anaerobic exercise, and requires a kind of mental focus that is like a moving meditation.

 As a matter of fact, if the instructor you choose has the right kinds of experience. yoy can get so much out of training. Instructors that are under the age of 30 are often spectacular athletes, but it’s important that they have an understanding of how to teach people of all ages.
 
But, find a great teacher and the martial arts can become your best friend. The training can keep you supple, sharp, and clear thinking. A martial arts school, directed by a conscientious professional teacher, can be a centering, inspiring, refreshing place that you love going to --and leave thinking about your next session.
 
Yes, look to the martial arts for new perspective on your life, after the age of 30. It’s not too late, even at age 40, 50, or 60. To choose a school try out an introductory program (which should be free or close to it). All the best school offer new students an opportunity to test drive “the car” before buying into a program. I think you should try our school, of course, because we have a very wide range of ages in our classes.
 
If you’re thinking about training in martial arts, allow me to be the first to invite you in.  Mention that you’re over 30 and I will offer you 2 weeks of lessons to try us out (no strings attached). Here is our warning: Classes are fun, affordable, and will give you a new energy in your life. It’s never to late to start working out. The most challenging aspect of exercise is taking that first step.

Reach me here: 860.928.9218 or mbogdanski@questmartialarts.us


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