In answer to Peter Stephenson's letter about what is to be done about knife crime and children, I believe the answer lies with Martial Arts. I believe that Martial Arts should be taught as an option instead of or alongside competitive sports in PE. Martial Arts teaches self discipline which is incompatible with gang culture. It also provides a unique way of allowing children to protect themselves without feeling the need to resort to carrying knives themselves. Speaking from experience it allows children to develop the self esteem needed to face down physical bullying.
Regards
Zachary Barker
Bristol
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