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Jamie Skipper
English 2- Block 2
Ms. Mckoy
2 September 2013
Jujitsu,
Is It Appropriate For Your Child?
Is Jujitsu an appropriate sport for young children? Well, I was 12 years old when I began my
first class of Jujitsu and my brother was 5. Now, some people might say why start so
young. The main reason I began so young
was because I needed to learn self defense.
I was the one who got picked on in middle school. Every time I told my parents they would say do
not let them do anything to you and take up for yourself. Fortunately my situation never turned
physical, but my parents being concerned by school bullying decided to enroll
me into jujitsu classes. When I first
began I remember wondering what it was going to be like or if I was going to
get hurt. I never did get hurt and I still
take it to this day. A recent trend that
I see happening more often now is that a lot of parents are enrolling their
children at younger ages such as four and five years old. Some parents, however, do not agree with this
trend. I believe that young kids should take Jujitsu
so they will be introduced to anti-bullying techniques that will teach them
self defense, discipline, and gain self confidence.
The source I used to look up the information about my
topic was Ebscohost. This is a
dependable source due to the fact that its use is suggested by our school
systems. Did you know that jujitsu is
“very good for helping kids with attention-deficit or hyperactivity disorder
focus?” (Hennen) Jujitsu is great for people “who lack in
confidence.”(Hennen) It also helps with
learning “respect and strict self-discipline.”(Hennen) The importance of these quotes is to show you
the good jujitsu has done for kids, although, there are still some parents who
are “overly protective parents who shelter their children from experiences that
might harm them” (Little Warriors) that will disagree. “Whether you agree or disagree with this
approach, the fact is that the world does seem a more dangerous place for this
generation” (Little Warriors) which proves the need for our young generation to
learn self defense. The initial research that I have done has provided my topic
to be more helpful to children than harmful to children.
I
would like to research father into children and Jujitsu to see if many kids
actually get severely injured during practice and uncover possible preventative
measures that should be taken to prevent these injuries. The essential research question that will
drive my research will be is there ways to prevent children from getting injuries
while performing jujitsu. I can say that
my experience in performing Jujitsu has been injury free for three years
now. I feel that thus far I have
gathered enough research to say that most parents would agree that jujitsu is
an appropriate activity for young children in today’s society. What would you chose for your child?
Early
College High School
2050
Hwy. 501 East
Conway,
SC 29526
September
19, 2013
Letter
to the editor
The
Sun News,
Letter to the Editor,
P.O. Box 406,
Myrtle Beach, SC 29578
Dear Editor in Chief:
My name is Jamie skipper. I am a
sophomore at Early College High School in Conway.
My name is Jamie Skipper, and I believe
that kids should take jujitsu. Some overprotective parents view jujitsu as
being like UFC and this lack of knowledge makes them terrified to allow their
children to be part of this sport. The benefits of jujitsu actually increase
your child’s safety in everyday life.
Trust me, it is every kid’s nightmare to
be bullied. I know this first hand because I too was tormented. During this
life crisis my parents encouraged me to take jujitsu to learn self defense.
Jujitsu also helps with much more than just self defense. It builds self
confidence, discipline, and respect. It is a fact that this world seems to be a
more dangerous place for this generation. Get your child bully-proofed TODAY!
Thank you so much for your time. I
appreciated your help and hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Jamie Skipper
Jamie Skipper
English2- Block 2
Ms Mckoy
8 October 2013
The Fight to Survive
Day after day these cruel words go through my head
You’re worthless, stupid, and can’t do anything
right
These scenes scream out
My life has no meaning
As I reflect on these days I get more and more upset
I feel the sting of the blood tears as they run down
my face
I feel the darkness surrounding me like the midnight
sky, and the devil telling me to kill myself for I am no good
It seems like the world has ended
I search through the cabinet trying to find the pill
that will end this pain
Then I find it and I am sitting there trying to find
words to say but all I can think of is I’m
This is what my mind tells me
My heart tells me to
Stop this now
That there still may be a chance for survival
But how can I?
How can I do anything when I am nothing?
Wait, do I hear the slightest heavenly angel voice sing
In this dark time of need
Is there a light at the end of this never ending terrorizing tunnel
I have to find out
Is this the angel that can help me get through my
problems, and see the brightness inside me?
There has to be a way
I can’t be nothing, I have to be something
Yes
There is a way
Called the angel of
Jujitsu
The angle of Jujitsu can help me see through this
bullying
So I can live my life like the ocean breeze
Note though the angel said to me that it will not be
a breeze like a slippery soap bar
It will be a challenge before you come out on top
This will be the day I
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