We’ve all done it: I looked closely at that broom or that baseball bat and decided that, for a few moments, we’d be Jedi from a galaxy far, far away. There’s no shame in admitting it. The thing is, while these stunts are turning teens and adults into viral YouTube videos, kids can actually live their lives. star wars fantasy – not only with toys and merchandise coming out every year, but now with the addition of lightsaber academya set of workout videos designed to get your child moving like some of the franchise’s best characters.
Available on the StarWarsKids website, the videos arrive just in time for families looking to partake in those last fun summer activities before the kids head back to school. Each video features easy-to-learn choreography inspired by fan-favorite legends such as Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader, and ultimately teaches viewers to rehearse epic and thrilling lightsaber duels.
Right off the bat (laser), the website has four episodes, two of which teach kids how to duel like Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Vader, and two that teach the ways of the light and dark side, and how this influences how each party fights. For adult fans of the franchise, the training videos are a fun way to learn the style and technique that was discussed and planned to compose the performances of franchise icons like Ewan McGregor. Which, of course, begs the question: Do we have an episode of Darth Maul? Or would learning to wield a dual lightsaber make kids too cool to go to school?
You can check out what kids are learning in each episode in the list below:
Episode 1: Lightsaber Academy: Learn to be a Jedi like Obi-Wan Kenobi:
Obi-Wan Kenobi is thoughtful in everything he does – which is why a defensive lightsaber technique works for him. Learn how to wield a lightsaber toy like Obi-Wan Kenobi in this episode of Lightsaber Academy!
Episode 2: Lightsaber Academy: Learn to be a Sith like Darth Vader:
Darth Vader values power and fear of enemies – that’s why his best technique focuses on strength. Learn to wield a lightsaber like Darth Vader in this episode of Lightsaber Academy!
Episode 3: Lightsaber Academy: Learn the Ways of the Light Side:
The light side of the Force uses calm and confidence. Patience and practice are key to mastering the lightsaber in this episode of Lightsaber Academy!
Episode 4: Lightsaber Academy: Discover the Ways of the Dark Side:
The ultimate goal of the dark side is victory. Passion and strength are key to mastering the lightsaber in this episode of Lightsaber Academy!
You can watch the first four episodes of Lightsaber Academy on the StarWarsKids website or check out the first on YouTube below:
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