I took Tae Kwan Do in the 80's for about five years, and then SOME Brazilian Ju Jitsu while in the Marine Corps. But I pretty much gave it up after hurting my back. Now I just do basic heavy bag training since I have to be so careful.

 

This is the only martial art around here

 

He will do fine with Taekwondo. The most important thing (for kids especially) is the instructor. The instructor makes a big difference and will usually determine if a kid will stay involved or lose interest.

If he sticks with it, when he gets older he may want to try different styles.

 

exactly, i was talking like when he was 14 or 15......

i was doing some MMA with a few guys over here last year until i stress fractured my foot from kicking a bag too hard and had to quit, i limped around for 3 months with my foot hurt....

 

Just picked this up for chase

Everlast 4008 Traditional Heavy Bag (80 lb.) | KarateStore.com

got it for $25 at an auction !!!

now he has a standing and a hanging bag