Q: So my boyfriend who is a martial arts instructor (Tae Kwon Do) thinks that my son who is 5 should start going to his classes. Here is the problem my son has a little bit of a temper and doesn't like to be laughed at and sometimes hits people. Then while at school he already got in trouble for telling 2 kids he was going to punch them. My boyfriend say it will teach him discipline and respect. I'm scared it's going to teach him how to really hurt somebody at his age he doesn't know when and when not to use it. What do you think?? His father wants me to put him in football but I'm ready to just make him go to my dance classes lol. I know I want him to do an after school hobby so he can get rid of some of his energy and focus on something positive just not sure what is best for him.
A: I don't think there is a simple yes/no to your question. Even though martial arts IS beneficial for an energetic child, it may not be a good route for an aggressive or angry child. I think you should enroll him, but let him know that the class is not an excuse for him to hit friends or classmates, and that if he does, he won't attend. Give him a few weeks to see if he improves. If he does, great, keep him in it! If it worsens or doesn't change, take him to a counselor to deal with his aggression. A counselor will also be able to suggest alternative sports or hobbies. Good Luck!
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