My family has been involved Taekwondo and more recently in Thai Kickboxing. Marie and Nathan started Taekwondo classes in 1997 and 1998, respectively. They benefitted from learning to work towards goals; in this case towards a black belt. This transferred to other areas in life. Both served in the military and are now attending school using their GI benefits to finance their education. Nathan is also an instructor at the school. I started taking classes in 1999, partly to spend more time with Marie and Nathan, partly because I've always been interested in martial arts. I've benefitted by becoming stronger and more physically fit. I've also gained a lot of confidence. I once had a co-worker tell me that I seemed taller after I'd taken classes for a few months. Marie, Nathan and I are also involved in the Thai Kickboxing program and Nathan even got my husband Ed to join. It's true - the family who kicks together sticks together.
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