Hey Symmetry members! Did you know that March is not just for cleaning out your closet but also for giving your mind and heart a big, refreshing spring clean? That’s right! While our gardens begin to bloom, it’s the perfect time for us to plant some seeds of personal and emotional growth too. Let’s dive […]
Hello Symmetry Martial Arts family! Today’s blog post is a special one – we’re diving into our recent Posture Challenge, intertwined with the immense pride our students have felt in earning their new belts. It’s a celebration of physical poise and personal achievements. The Significance of Good Posture and Martial Arts Achievement In martial arts, […]
We made it through the first week of 2022! Whether your goals for the New Year are physical, intellectual, emotional and/or social, there is truly something special and exciting about the blank canvas of 2022. Ready to be filled in with the colorful, precious moments of living and loving to the fullest! As we consider […]
Programs for children are all around us. From day care centers to recreational sports and everything in between, options for parents to choose from are abounding. And 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 […]
Leading by Example The Power of Self-Care in Parenting Parents have always served as the first, and typically, the most important role model for their children, even though family members, teachers, and coaches have a significant impact on a child’s development as well. However, in the wake of the pandemic, these people have had less […]
Remember when you wished the weekend would last forever? As weeks of the “shelter in place” order have passed, the eagerness for some “time off” has lost its spark. Children’s boredom is growing day by day and will continue, especially as many schools will be ending the school year earlier than normal. The rising monotony […]
The Benefits of Virtual Training Although not new, virtual learning has increasingly become a more widely used approach, especially in the wake of the current pandemic. Nearly everyone has been directed to stay at home, which initially seemed like a vacation but quickly became an unwanted situation. With routines upended and everyone limited with access […]
Routines – Shifting Into A New Normal The closures of schools and businesses are widespread and have led to major disruptions in the daily routines of families. Children are trying to adjust to doing school at home and parents are now trying to balance their new work from home life with their role as teacher […]
Helping Children Feel Secure in an Uncertain World The news can be full of scary stories and information, especially for children. Our current situation has brought about even more concern for everyone in the world. If adults are feeling panicked, imagine how children must be feeling. And no matter the age, children can […]
8 Ninja Teaching Tips For Parents With schools and other activities closing due to the coronavirus outbreak, many parents are finding themselves filling the roles of teacher, coach, guidance counselor, and hall monitor as the kids try to continue their studies in the home learning environment. The first few days were likely an exciting new […]
“Stick-to-it-iveness” The ability to stay consistent with something by motivating yourself even when you feel unmotivated! While this might not be a real word, or a real definition; you get the idea! With instant gratification, social media, and a growing number of distractions it is no wonder that kids have a hard time following through […]
Dear Parents, I was going to write an article on “4 ways to make homework fun”. Realistically. I don’t think thats going to be possible in many cases for either the student, or the parent that may need to help them. Homework can be a useful tool for learning, but I think often the kids […]
Does your little ninja in training have a hard time making good decisions? That’s OK! Often times kids between the ages of 3 and 6 may find it difficult to follow the rules. The good news is that they are not doing this on purpose. After years of working with this age group and observing the […]
Summer may be in full swing, or you may already be starting to plan ahead for the new school year! We hope that you have an awesome adventure this summer whether it’s with us in class, camp or on your own adventure abroad! Here’s some food for thought when it comes to keeping […]
Did you know our classes here at Symmetry Martial Arts include the internationally acclaimed SKILLZ curriculums? SKILLZ provides our staff with the knowledge gained from many hours of childhood research and development in the martial arts. The thing that makes our classes more dynamic than most is that we understand childhood development and have been able to […]
“Stick-to-it-iveness” The ability to stay consistent with something by motivating yourself even when you feel unmotivated! While this might not be a real word, or a real definition; you get the idea! With instant gratification, social media, and a growing number of distractions it is no wonder that kids have a hard time following through […]
Testing is an amazing opportunity to help children learn that accomplishing goals is FUN! Our ninjas work hard all cycle long and earning a new belt at the end is an exciting achievement. Sometimes though, we may get a great score but not the “perfect” score we were aiming for. It is important that […]
I would like to take a moment to talk about Belt Testings! What is testing? Testing is a celebration of a student’s hard work. The event itself is a culmination of their effort and the reward for lear ning to overcome challenges. The “Test” is actually nothing more than performing the skill stripe requirements that […]
As parents there are so many responsibilities to raising a child. One of the big ones is building up their self-confidence and self-esteem. It’s also a big part of what we do with martial arts training. It can be tempting to shower them with good-jobs, hoorays and high fives, but we also need to ensure […]
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