What is confidence? Confidence is a feeling of belief in your abilities, skills or attributes. It is a state of mind that allows you to approach challenges with self assurance. Confidence is not something you are simply born with, it is a quality that can be developed through experience, positive self-talk, and the support of […]
What is teamwork? Teamwork is when people come together and work towards a common goal. It means cooperating with others, sharing ideas, and supporting each other. When we work as a team, we can achieve bigger and better things than we can on our own. It’s like everyone putting their puzzle pieces together to create […]
(A 3-minute read.) In today’s modern society, many of us find ourselves living in a “comfort crisis.” We have become accustomed to a certain level of comfort in our lives, be it physical, emotional or material and this baseline has made it increasingly difficult for us to handle situations that challenge us. However, by embracing […]
Parenting (and teaching!) is a delicate balancing act that involves instilling discipline while also providing encouragement and support. Finding the right approach can be challenging, but martial arts training offers valuable insights into achieving a balanced relationship with our children. In this blog post, we explore the importance of maintaining a balanced approach to discipline […]
Starting a new activity like martial arts can be an exciting experience for kids, but it can also be intimidating, especially for the younger ones. If your child is starting in our Lil’Ninjas or Kids program for the first time, it’s important to know that it may take them a while to adapt and get […]
In our Lil’Ninjas program (3-5 years old), we are address bullying and unwanted rough play and get them to experience dealing with it, in the safe and supportive environment of our dojos. As part of our Respectful Turtle theme, we explain that it’s not just about giving respect to others but also to expect others […]
Since we’ve had the question a few times about what we recommend for children to eat before training, I thought I’d just share quick thoughts. I encourage your child to eat a small snack such as fruits, bananas, berries, or apples which are excellent choices and are easy to bring around/eat. Fruits digest easily, so […]
Kali Majapahit and Filipino martial arts in general use a specific terminology, often from Tagalog and Bahasa Indonesia. We have created a list that includes the most common words we use. Let us know if we missed out anything!
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