? Empower Their Minds and Bodies Away from Screens ? In today’s fast-paced digital world, it’s easy for children to become glued to screens. But there’s a powerful antidote: Martial Arts! Here’s how it can transform your child’s life: Boosts Concentration: Martial arts require attention to detail and repetition, teaching kids the art of focus […]
The benefits of martial arts for kids include physical, mental, and emotional lessons that will serve them well at every stage of life. One benefit that is sometimes overlooked is the social aspect of martial arts. Social interaction might not be the first thing you imagine when you think about the martial arts. Hollywood movies […]
Even people who have never studied the martial arts know what a black belt is. It’s a symbol of mastery and achievement. What most people don’t know is how a martial arts belt test works, what it involves, or when it happens. What is Belt Testing? In the martial arts, belt testing is the way […]
The truth is that bullies have a lot in common with their victims. It’s rare for a child who’s truly self-confident to engage in bullying behavior. In fact, it’s their lack of self-confidence that makes kids into bullies. Bullying is an effort to feel superior. When a child lacks confidence or has no sense of […]
Bullying has become an epidemic in recent years. Yes, there have always been bullies, and yes, those bullies have always caused serious and lasting damage to their victims; however, bullying in the 21st century has changed – and not for the better. According to Pacer’s National Bullying Prevention Center, one in four students has reported […]
Fun without the Screens! Parents – how many times have you called your child at the dinner table or in the car, to absolutely no answer at all? Then you look over and they have their head down in their phone, neck bent (causing all sorts of future posture issues and a host of mental […]
What Modern Children Need (in my opinion), In my years of teaching martial arts, I’ve had the privilege of working with literally thousands of children and I continue to be impressed with the positive impact martial arts can have on them. In recent years however, I have become aware of a trend that concerns […]
The release of oxytocin is not automatic but rather, a learned response. It is essential for children to develop an effective oxytocin response. We find that when children are abused or neglected, they often have underdeveloped oxytocin responses. This is because they have been locked in the fight or flight response and have not developed […]
Now-a-days there are so many things to do indoors for kids… … like crazy-cool toys, video games, technology, etc… It can be hard to get your kids to exercise outside! In fact, there’s a real problem in our country right now with kids and weight issues. But exercise is so crucial for your child. – […]
Maybe you’re still not sure that studying martial arts is right for your child. That’s okay. I understand. There are lots of activities to choose from, and you want to pick the best. Of course, I’m biased. I started studying martial arts when I was very young, and I know first hand that martial arts […]
What to Expect from 7 to 9 year old’s The golden years for children are between the ages of 7 and 9 years old. At this age, children can grasp new information quickly. They start seeing the world in a new and exciting way and, because of this, they are beginning to develop their morals […]
A parent’s work schedule never really syncs up perfectly with his/her child’s school schedule. As school lets out for the day, parents are usually wondering what options are in place for them to place their children in until they are out of work. Plus, they want to be able to put their children in programs […]
Back to School Tips for Parents Summertime is coming to an end, and with that comes all of the back to school anxiety and jitters that are common amongst children. Your child may experience common physical effects of anxiety associated with back to school time including symptoms from stomachaches to sleeping problems. They will […]
With all the flashy, cool-designed packaging on junk food that’s out there… It can be hard to get your kid excited about eating healthy. However, there are some snacks that kids really love – and they’re packed with nutrients and vitamins. Here are a few… ======= Apple Chips. ======= Prep […]
What’s your child doing after school? “How To Give Your Child A Head Start In Life” Don’t even think about enrolling your child into an after-school program until you’ve read this post… If you have a child age 5-13 years old, then this could be the most important post you’ve ever read. Here’s why. […]