Quote Originally Posted by macgreggor
Hi Shay,
I have had my kids in Escrima (a Fillipino sword style) for just about forever. Of all the suggestions I have heard here, I like the RESPECT and COURTESY ones best. Although the kids are young, they are after all practicing a martial art. My kids know it is all just a game but, there is a small element of danger and emotions can get out of hand. The formality of the bow and shake can help control things. Let the kids have fun, no thrusting (that is where the REAL hurts can occur) and get them elbow pads and some kind of padded gloves. Whacks to the hands and elbows HURT. Yes I speak fron the experience of waaaay to many elbow blocks!

Enjoy the chaos!

Greg
Of all the weapon martial arts I've ever practiced Escrima was in my opinion the best and easiest to learn. Excellent system.