Imagine if every interaction you had with a child was a financial transaction. Every encouraging word, smile, or success adds a deposit to their Brain Bank—a reservoir of confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being. On the flip side, criticism, stress, or failure act as withdrawals, depleting their mental reserves. Just like financial health, a child’s mental […]
Parenting Struggle: “My child won’t listen to even the most basic instructions.” Lesson Learned: The depth of connection between parent and child profoundly influences cooperation and communication. Connection is not just a buzzword; it’s the bedrock of successful parenting. When children feel deeply connected to their parents, they are more inclined to cooperate willingly and […]
At SKILLZ, we’re passionate about helping children grow into confident, focused, and resilient individuals. What many parents don’t realize is that our entire program is built on neuroscience—the science of how the brain develops and learns. This means every drill, every interaction, and every class experience is designed not just to teach martial arts skills, […]
Most martial arts forms are rooted in tradition and have been taught the same way for decades. And while tradition is vital to keeping the art preserved, the way it is taught in today’s modern world isn’t as effective. As times change and as we become more educated, we must adjust to meet the needs […]
Parents, if you want to make learning fun for your kids, game-based drills are the way to go! Not only are they engaging and entertaining, but they also provide a great opportunity for kids to develop skills that will benefit them in the long run. These game-based drills are designed to help kids develop cognitive, […]
As the holiday season approaches, many parents find themselves in a familiar predicament. The bustling holiday schedule, family gatherings, and the overall chaos that can accompany this time of year often lead parents to consider pulling their kids out of extracurricular activities, including martial arts classes. It’s understandable; the holidays are a very busy and […]
All parents want the same thing…for their child to be a positive member of society and experience success. And while these are important things, they often come through a push to achieve and be the best in everything. Unfortunately, this is frequently done through comparing their children to others. This, however, often leads to stress […]
Goal setting is one of the most highly linked characteristics to the success that individuals have. Top athletes and successful people all use goal setting. And while it is a trait that is most often associated with adolescents and adults, younger children can also benefit greatly from beginning this life skill at an early age. […]
Let’s face it, conflict is hard and is bound to happen no matter what ground rules are put into place. Whether it’s on the playground or in our homes, children will clash. And while it can create challenging situations, it is a normal event that occurs between children. This is why conflict resolution is an […]
At SKILLZ, we are dedicated to ensuring that every interaction our instructors have with your child builds confidence, resilience, and emotional intelligence. One of the key components of our training is the Think Big, Teach BIGGERapproach, developed by SKILLZ Founder Melody Johnson. This concept ensures that we create an environment where children feel supported, empowered, […]