Over the last year, sports programs have had shortened seasons, if any at all. Because of that, training time for athletes of all ages has dropped significantly. Now, with sports returning to a more normal duration, young athletes are working hard to regain lost skills and recondition their bodies. The problem, however, is that lengthy […]
As we know, children can lose control of their emotions for various reasons, and the behaviors we witness are generally unplanned. And since anxiety can look like defiance, adults often respond in counterproductive ways. When children are stressed, the amygdala, in the downstairs brain, is triggered, and the “fight or flight” response takes over. This […]
For young children and teens, Halloween is one of the “FUNNEST” times of the year! But Trick or Treating can come back to haunt you if kids and parents aren’t careful. Take a look at these vital Safety Tips before you send your kids off to spooky streets and haunted houses. These tips will help […]
One of the most common questions people ask when calling a martial arts school is: “HOW MUCH DO MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES COST?” Any time one is considering a new venture, the cost is certainly an important consideration. But it is important to recognize that martial arts training is more than a commodity to be selected […]
Over the past few months, interactions have been minimal, and our social skills are rusty. Since prolonged school closures have a negative impact on children’s social development, we are now faced with how to regain skills while moving forward with new skills. Though some children will return to a brick-and-mortar school, others will virtually engage […]