Self-Discipline
Learning self-discipline and focus is another reason many people study Wu shu, and a primary reason many parents will place their children in it. Wu shu teaches self-discipline and focus very naturally. It is the side effect of learning to use our mind to make our body do things that it isn't always comfortable or familiar with. This does not mean making it do things that would injure it, but rather slowly and surely asking more of yourself under the guidance of trained instructors, then seeing the astonishing results that come from doing so. In fact, one of the most well kept secrets of people who study Wu shu is the feeling of satisfaction that comes from knowing you have mastery over your body and that any thing you set for yourself to accomplish, you can eventually achieve simply because you've decided to. That's a healthy understanding that can benefit anyone at any age!