We are all for creating a doable New Years’ Resolution that you will actually stick to. So many vow to live healthily throughout the year on January 1st. This blog will offer advice on how to choose a healthy hobby for 2023 and create a resolution that is not only easy to maintain but that you will love.
Finding a healthy hobby is one thing, but finding a healthy hobby and the motivation to stick to it is another. How many of us enter the gym on January 1st and the urge to go again starts to fade soon after? Being healthy and engaging in healthy hobbies doesn’t have to mean boring routines.
Merry Christmas From Ellis Academy
Posted: December 21, 2022
Christmas is upon us once again! It’s almost time for Ellis Academy to close our doors and let our teachers and students have a well-deserved break over the festive period. We can’t wait for you to join us again in January!
2022 At Ellis Academy Of Self Defence
Our Top Martial Arts Movies To Watch This Christmas
Posted: December 09, 2022
It’s that time of year again. We’re settling down with our blankets, making a hot chocolate (with extra marshmallows - go on, it’s Christmas) and we’re putting on our favourite Christmas film… or in our case, our favourite martial arts movie!
Why not ditch Elf and Home Alone this year and stick to one of your favourite martial arts films to get yourselves pumped and in the Christmas Spirit? This blog is here to highlight our top martial arts movies to watch this Christmas.
Can Older People Take Jiu-Jitsu Classes?
Posted: November 23, 2022
At Ellis Academy of Self Defence, we offer jiu-jitsu classes for all ages. One of our most frequently asked questions is - can older people take jiu-jitsu classes? This blog aims to answer that question and highlight the benefits of training in martial arts for those older adults.
Can Older People Take Jiu-Jitsu Classes?
The simple answer is, of course they can!
International Stress Awareness Week: Can Martial Arts Relieve Stress?
Posted: November 10, 2022
It’s no secret that as well as lots of physical health benefits, practising martial arts offers an abundance of advantages for mental health. To mark this year’s International Stress Awareness Week, this blog aims to explore how martial arts can relieve stress.
What Is Stress?
Stress is a reaction, often to a situation which we feel we can’t control or manage. In small doses stress can act as a form of adrenaline, helping us feel motivated and complete tasks. Although, especially among adults, stress can sometimes become intense or last for a long time, which is when it becomes a concern.