Martial arts training, particularly Taekwondo, offers several benefits to children. The physical benefits of Taekwondo are immediately noticeable. Basic self-defense moves of Taekwondo, such as kicking, punching, striking and blocking enhance strength and teach co-ordination. As children become more advanced, they will learn more dynamic techniques, such as combinations and jumping and spinning kicks, which improve agility and speed

The mental benefits are more apparent with prolonged training. Parents often comment that their children become more focussed. Taekwondo also builds confidence and self-esteem as well as self-discipline, respect, concentration and courtesy.

Children with special needs, such as ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder), learning difficulties and hyperactivity are often recommended to participate in martial arts for kids because of the clear benefits in its structured training techniques.