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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 leads parents to consider pulling their kids out of extracurricular activities, including martial arts classes. It’s understandable; the holidays are a busy and sometimes […]

What is an Enrichment Program? An enrichment program is specifically designed to deepen and enhance a child’s learning experience. These programs are structured with a focus on holistic development, often encompassing areas beyond academic subjects to include social, emotional, and cognitive growth. Enrichment programs go beyond simply learning a skill; they target specific developmental milestones […]

Our words have a powerful influence on our children’s development, especially in their early years when they are forming their sense of self and learning how to navigate the world. Positive language isn’t about avoiding boundaries or discipline—it’s about guiding behavior in a way that builds confidence, fosters connection and encourages self-awareness. Here are some […]

For years, martial arts has gotten a bad reputation because people feel that it encourages violence, especially in children. And yes, it sounds like a paradox that something that teaches “fighting” can make people less aggressive. However, what most people don’t know is that martial arts is rooted in nonviolent conflict resolution.  As the founder […]

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. […]

Your child needs to know that no matter what happens, you are always going to be a consistent parent.  Maintaining consistency means that you are going to be patient, connected, adaptable, and edutaining with your child all the time so your child knows what to expect from you and you know what to expect from […]

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, […]

All children have their own unique way of interacting with the world around them. And while much of this is contributed by their temperaments, the degree of emotional nurturing plays a significant role. This essential piece is how attachment is formed. The emotional bond between a child and their parent lays the foundation for how […]

Children of all ages have fears, from babies to teens. And whether these fears are from real or imaginary places, they are nonetheless scary. Since our brains are wired to protect us, fears are a normal part of a child’s development. Children will eventually outgrow fears but being knowledgeable about what fears are more common […]

Programs for children are all around us. From daycare centers to recreational sports and everything in between, options for parents to choose from are abounding. Although parents want what is best for their children, they often aren’t aware of the notable distinctions between the programs they are considering. To get the most out of any […]