How Does Martial Arts Belt Testing Work?
Even those who have never learned martial arts are familiar with the term “black belt.”It’s a symbol of great accomplishment and mastery. However, most people are unaware of the process, requirements, or time commitment of a martial arts belt test.Rank Evaluation: What is it?The way we gauge a student’s progress in the martial arts is […]
Routines – Shifting Into A New Normal
The recent closures of schools and businesses are widespread and have led to major disruptions in the daily routines of our families. Kids are trying to adjust to navigating school at home and parents are now trying to balance their new work from home life with their role as teacher to their kids. To cope, […]
June Mat Chat | SELF-CONFIDENCE
DEFINITION: Assurance, belief in oneself and one’s own judgment.SYNONYMS: inner strength, self-assurance, positive self-image“Who has confidence in himself will gain the confidence of others.”– Leib LazarowThis month your child will be studying the character word: SELF-CONFIDENCE. Self-confidence is an important character trait. Those who have self-confidence tend to be more content with life. They bounce […]
Parent Skill | PATIENCE
Hey Parents.Here’s some more information on building Parent SKILL #3: PatienceTake a few extra seconds when responding to acting out behaviors. This demonstrates compassion, empathy,and self-control on your part. Sometimes all you need to do is think about responding in the most patient manner to help redirect your child. A few seconds can make a […]
Parent Skill | ATTUNEMENT
Do you ever feel like you can read your kids mind?You know what they are going to do or say next because they have had the same reaction before? This is attunement. Improving your attunement skills will allow you to create a more patient and understanding relationship with your kids. Leveraging Attunement to Modify Your […]
At Home Practicing Tips!
It is common knowledge that the more time and effort you can put into developing a skill, the faster you can become great and farther you can take it! But after a long day at school or at the Dojo it may be hard to find the motivation to practice.So, here are three easy steps […]
Goal Setting | Unleash Your Child’s Potential
Goal setting is one of the most highly linked characteristics to the success. Top athletes and successful business people all use goal setting as a crucial tool in their success. And while it’s a trait that’s most often associated with teenagers and young adults, younger kids can also benefit greatly from implementing this life skill […]
What are you paying for when it comes to your children’s involvement in martial arts?
You pay for those moments when your kids become so tired they want to quit, but don’t. You pay for those days when your kids come home from school and are “too tired” to go to class, but they go anyway. You pay for your kids to learn self-discipline, focus and dedication. You pay for your kids […]
Back to School Tips for Parents #4: Continually seek out opportunities that increase your kids self-confidence
Summertime is coming to an end, and with that comes all of the back to school anxiety and jitters that are common among kids and parents. Your kids may experience the common physical effects of anxiety associated with back to school time – ranging from stomach aches to sleeping problems. They may also experience emotional stress from […]
KARATE EDUCATES YOUR KID ABOUT THE IMPORTANT VALUES AND PRINCIPLES OF LIFE
In previous weeks, we’ve talked about how martial arts can help your kid deal with bullying.Well, did you know that karate is a great way to make your kids bully-proof?In the United States alone, three million children miss school due to fear of bullies. Having your kid learn karate can help prepare your kid. They […]