In the bustling world of parenthood, there are numerous avenues through which we guide and nurture our children toward becoming confident, resilient individuals. One such path, often overlooked, is the journey of martial arts. Within the walls of Focus Martial Arts, parents play a pivotal role as unsung heroes, shaping their children’s growth and development […]
As parents, we all want the best for our children, and helping them achieve their goals is a big part of that journey. One of the most valuable skills we can teach our kids is the power of focus. In this guide, we’ll explore how parents can support their children in developing this crucial skill […]
As we move from July to August we are approaching a time of transitions for many. Transitions and the changes they bring can be daunting tasks if not approached with a focused and clear mindset. Those transitions could be pivoting in our careers, reprioritizing our health, or watching our kids transition into a new school […]
In a world that highly values the traits of extroverted individuals, shy children are often assumed to have something wrong that needs to be fixed. However, shyness is simply a personality trait that is part of their temperament. Children are born with unique personalities, although the environment can play a significant role in how these […]
What to Expect from 3- and 4-year old’s Children between the ages of 3 and 4 are at a very unique growth period in their lives. They are growing at a rapid rate in all areas of development and are discovering new things daily, while also learning how to cope with new challenges. Additionally, they […]
Review: 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. They will also experience emotional stress from the […]
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. They will also experience emotional stress from the fear […]
The Key to Increased Motivation and Focus in Children and Teens. Have you ever wondered why children and teens seem to be so addicted to their smartphones and other devices? Parents are frustrated with their children’s lack of attention and motivation but what do their devices have to do with this? The answer is found […]
Parenting 101: Over 70% of kids quit sports because of what is said in the car ride home. I’m proud of you. ✅ What are you thinking?! ❌ I love watching you practice ✅ You’ll never get better if you don’t practice. ❌ You look so happy when you’re out there✅ You don’t look like […]
You may hear your child’s instructor talking about practice time at home fairly often. This is because practicing can have a huge impact on a FocusedKid’s ability to perform in class which will lead to more confidence. With more confidence comes the ability to achieve faster and farther! Another great benefit to practicing at home […]
The Benefits of Game-Based Learning for 5-6 year olds When people generally think of “play” they think of fun and games…something simply for amusement and nothing more. However, there is a bigger, and more important, piece that is often overlooked…learning. As Kay Redfield Jamison said, “Children need the freedom and time to play. Play is […]
As parents, we want what’s best for our children. The reality is that today’s children are pushed to their limits with extra-curricular activities by well-meaning parents. With that said, I’ve put together some details about how over-committing children are retroactive for their development. For starters, let’s look at why we tend to over-commit our children: […]
Kids are not naturally self-motivated. When your child’s mindset is not in the right place, even the most fun activities can be a struggle to get to. With that said, here are some strategies to help you work around lack of motivation when trying to get your kid to class. 1. Be attentive to what […]