I said: “My instructors are in AP classes and they are here a lot more than your daughter.” The mother looked at me with astonishment. “Oh, and several doctors and therapist in the area send us kids because they need help with academics. The lessons we teach here apply to school. Dummies don’t do martial arts!”

Five and six year old’s enjoy the spotlight but tend to lack proper sportsmanship. Because of this, they may accuse others of cheating during games or get upset when they don’t win.

As a martial arts dad I was so excited 🤩my two young boys (7 and 6) had a chance to work with the world 🥇champion. They had so much fun! But there were 😭 many tears as well because they both wanted to be like him, but couldn't do the tricks and spins right away.

Summer has come to an end, and whether we like it or not, it's back to school time. It can be challenging for everyone to adjusts to new schedules, bedtimes, and transitions in the school system.

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.

Endorphins are natural chemicals produced in the body to reduce pain and boost happiness. They are the key to effort and focus in children and teens.

Have you ever had a “gut feeling” about something? Have you ever considered that children have these as well? Serotonin is the key to reinforcing positive behaviors in children and teens.

The key to emotional regulation is to protect yourself by strengthening your ability to handle stress and to train your brain.

Oxytocin has been dubbed the “love chemical.” It is the hormone that is released when we feel love and trust in relationships. Oxytocin is the key to positive social relationships in children and teens.