These summer days, every afternoon, the grounds of the An Nong Commune Police Station ( Thanh Hoa province) become bustling with the sounds of over 100 children practicing their drills. The place, usually familiar with maintaining security and order, has now become a "special training ground," providing an environment for physical training, life skills development, and awareness of law compliance for local youth.
Driven by a desire to create more healthy recreational activities during the summer, the Youth Union of the An Nong Commune Police Department proposed and implemented a free Taekwondo class for children in the area. As soon as the information was announced, the model received a great response from the people.
Lieutenant Colonel Vu Thi Lan, Head of An Nong Commune Police, said that in a short time, nearly 300 parents registered their children for the free martial arts class. However, due to limited facilities and training area, the unit has only been able to accept 102 students so far.
Three afternoons a week, the training ground at the commune police station resonates with the rhythmic chanting of young children. From basic warm-up exercises to the first techniques of Taekwondo, everything is meticulously guided by police officers and instructors.
What makes this class special is not only that the martial arts lessons are free, but also the instructors themselves. Besides being coaches, they are also police officers directly involved in maintaining security and order in the area.
In each lesson, self-defense techniques are integrated with life skills lessons, awareness of law compliance, and civic responsibility. Instead of dry lectures, students access knowledge through relatable stories and sincere reminders during training.
“The goal of the class is not only to improve health but also to help the children develop discipline and a sense of responsibility towards themselves, their families, and the community. We hope that after the course, each child will be more physically mature, more confident in life, and become active advocates for civilized living and law compliance in the locality,” shared Senior Lieutenant Nguyen Tai Phuong, Secretary of the Youth Union of An Nong Commune Police.
According to the An Nong Commune Police, although the locality is not a hotspot for security and order issues, through monitoring the situation, the unit has found that some teenagers still lack supervision and guidance during the summer break. Based on this reality, the martial arts class was established to create a positive environment, helping them avoid unhealthy habits and reduce the risk of violating the law.
The model has also received approval and support from parents. Ms. Nguyen Thi Tham, from Nga Nha Thuong village, said that her child has participated in the class since the beginning and has shown many positive changes.
"My child is excited to go to class, healthier, more active, and has a better sense of self-discipline than before. This is truly a beneficial playground for children during the summer," Ms. Tham said.
Beyond just martial arts classes, the An Nong Commune Police also implemented the model "An Nong Commune Police with the Younger Generation and the Law." Regular awareness campaigns were organized using various engaging methods such as video presentations, discussions of real-life situations, group discussions, and signing pledges to abide by the law.
The content focuses on issues relevant to teenagers, such as drug prevention in schools, school violence, safe social media use, prevention of high-tech crime, drowning prevention, traffic safety skills, and fire prevention and control.
According to the An Nong Commune Police Chief, the plan is to organize at least two thematic sessions each month. For cases at risk of violating the law, officers will monitor, assess, and provide appropriate support and guidance.
Source: https://tienphong.vn/cong-an-xa-mo-lop-vo-mien-phi-cho-tre-em-post1852178.tpo
