| | |  | Self-Defense for Kids | Home » » » The Magic of Martial Arts | | | | | | | Description: | | "The Magic of Martial Arts: Power Without Violence" is outstanding in production values, and in bringing such a great message to everyone -- that of power without violence, with great lessons in self-control -- both emotional and physical. A "must see" for children. Entertaining and inspirational."
Master Eastwest mixes jokes, magic and karate, all the time emphasizing peaceful problem-solving. The first karate move he demonstrates is running away from trouble--and then he goes on to teach basic karate stances, moves and defensive techniques. Great fun!
"The emphasis is on the peaceful avoidance of fighting; walking away as an exhibition of power without violence. Concurrently, preparation for dealing with threatening situations is expressed and demonstrated only after the promise to use the techniques solely to defend oneself. An extraordinary teaching tool for 4-12 year old viewers, couched in sensible-yet-humorous examples by multi-ethnic young students of karate, and a masterful, magical master demonstrating basic defense techniques, with expositive song and dance. | | | Product Details: | | | Actors:
| Soke Tak Kubota, Brandon Scott | | Director:
| Marsha Scarbrough | | Format:
| Color, NTSC | | Language:
| English | | Number of Discs:
| 1 | | Studio:
| Independent | | Run Time:
| 30 minutes | | DVD Release Date:
| October 01, 2003 | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 9 reviews |
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| $10.79 | Used
- Good | | | $16.95 | New | | | $119.99 | New | |
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7 of 8 found the following review helpful:
 ExcellentAug 08, 2003
My son is 4.5 and goes to Karate. He loved this video. It is also very good for kids who don't do Karate as it shows them how to handle bullys and also their anger. Highly recommended.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
 A little sillyJan 18, 2009
By Jed Wangsgard
My five year old son thought this was a little silly. There's a lot of singing and not much instruction about how to do karate. He watched it once and did not enjoy it at all. We returned it and got him Kung Fu Panda instead. He enjoys fighting along with the Furious Five.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
The Magic of MagicJul 01, 2002
This video is an excellent introduction of the true spirit of martial arts to children. In good taste, it discusses the realities of environmental violence to children and teaches them
the wisdom of running away from potential trouble, whenever possible. Furthermore, it emphasizes that the use of physical techniques against another person is a last resort.The ingenious and creative uses of "magic", music, and comedy make this presentation fun and amusing to watch for both children and adults.
6 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Get it. It's hot!Dec 16, 1999
Your kids will love this wonderful video. It teaches children about self-defense without any of the hype or violence we see so much of on TV today. And the characters even sing, too... Great music. I give it two thumbs up! Highly recommended.
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Truly a magical experienceJun 05, 2009
By East West Follower 1
"East West Follower 1"
What started out as a way to kill a saturday night has truly changed my life. I thought a couple of Natty Lights and an old VHS would be the high point of the weekend, and then i was transported to a magical world of positive energy and ninja skills. This video is not just for children! It can unlock the treasure chest of golden dragon that waits inside each of you! I now have a lifes purpose and the watermelons of the world do not stand a chance now that i have unlocked my non-violent positve energy that can slice through them like a flaming hawk! Buy this move and let the revolution begin!
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