Do any of you think a lightsaber duel is too "violent"? >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(
nope,
on its most innocent level, it teaches the use of imagination, promotes interactivity and harbors excercise, (often lacking in kids these days).
On a higher level, it teaches eye/hand co-ordination, balance and if done correctly, can make martial arts training a little more fun.
If rules are set and adhered too, it can also help teach teamwork and safe "playing around".
People often see toys lightsabers, nerf guns, etc, etc as violent or unsafe for kids. This is a myopic view. Fact is, these toys serve to let there imaginiations run wild and escape the realities of life. It is PLAY! It is a toy!
Parents can set guidelines for their children to limit RP or ensure the "fighting/pretending doesnt get too outta hand.