Recent changes in the education system in America have placed an emphasis on assigning students with disabilities to inclusive classrooms. For some students with disabilities, regular classrooms can be a struggle. Through martial arts training, these students, who often struggle with the rigors of a regular education, can find success. Research has demonstrated that when students experience success in one area of their lives, then other areas of their lives can benefit. Training in martial arts can positively affect students with a wide range of disabilities and provide skills for improving their quality of life. Schools and organizations that provide martial arts need to be able to accommodate students with disabilities in order to aid them in multiple situations. This presentation will discuss the positive benefits for students with disabilities through martial arts training, and describe how martial arts teachers can modify instruction for these students.
