Michael Luna, former chief technology officer at Aliphcom dba Jawbone, was instrumental in the development of new and innovative products for the technology company. In addition to his work at Jawbone and other electronics, biomedical, and telecommunications businesses, Michael Luna is passionate about developing positive opportunities for kids. To that end, he is creating a scholarship program to give children a chance to experience martial arts.
Self-discipline, or the ability to control one’s emotions, impulses, and desires, is an essential life skill. The martial arts have long been recognized as an excellent way to teach children to learn and apply self-discipline.
When children begin studying martial arts, they are exposed to ancient, time-proven practices that help participants learn fitness, focus, self-control, and concentration. Each movement in karate, judo, tae kwon do, kung fu, or akido requires intense concentration and control. To master them, children need to persevere and build on previously learned skills so they can develop physical and mental strength and stamina.
Participation in each martial art also can help kids learn to set and reach goals. Rather than striving for a vague, far-off goal, students are guided in a time-honored, step-by-step process that helps them set a realistic vision for what they would like to achieve.
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