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Low self-esteem and low confidence are common issues that many children and adolescents face. These problems can have a significant impact on a child’s daily life, including avoiding social situations, struggling to make friends, and difficulty participating in class or other group activities. At U.S. Elite Martial Arts Center, we recognize the importance of helping […]

As parents, we want nothing more than for our children to succeed and reach their full potential. However, it can be disheartening to watch our kids give up on something they’ve set their minds to, especially when it comes to physical activities. One of the most common reasons why kids quit is due to frustration. […]

Parenting is a challenging task, and it becomes even more daunting when it comes to raising school-age kids. Kids of this age are going through significant physical, emotional, and social changes, which can make them vulnerable to various problems. While some of these problems may seem trivial at first, they can have serious consequences later […]

Social anxiety is a common problem among children and adolescents, and it can have a significant impact on their daily lives. Children who struggle with social anxiety often avoid social situations, struggle to make friends, and have difficulty participating in class or other group activities. At U.S. Elite Martial Arts Center, we understand the importance […]

Today’s elementary school age kids are facing a variety of problems and issues that can greatly impact their overall well-being and development. From bullying to poor self-esteem and everything in between, these challenges can make it difficult for children to succeed both academically and socially. One of the most pressing issues facing elementary school age […]

The late psychologist, Prescott Lecky proved in hundreds of experiments with school children that ability depends upon our own concept of the type of person we are. It was Lecky’s theory that at the center of this system of ideas – the very “building block” idea, so to speak – was the person’s concept of […]

Let’s face a cold, hard fact. You are ultimately responsible for designing, developing and instilling your child’s value system. It IS true that, “Train a child in the way he should go and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” When a child turns out to be worthless, the parents are blamed […]

Dear Parents, According to Dr. Foster Cline, a trend-setting child and adult psychiatrist, and Jim Fay, one of America’s top educational consultants, parents who try to ensure their children’s success often raise unsuccessful kids. Here Are Things You Can Do To Ensure That Your Child Won’t Be A Wimp. First off, you need to realize […]

Self-Defense This is the number one reason why most people decide to study martial arts, and pretty much any style is a great way to learn how to defend yourself. Martial arts can teach you the techniques to defend yourself, but also the way to think about defending yourself – anticipate and avoid potential dangers. […]

Your child is forced to deal with various attacks on his self-esteem on a regular basis. Whether these attacks affect him long term or not has to do with many different factors. One type of attack that we want to address in this report is the common “Bully.” Bullying has always been a part of […]

Dear Parents, Beware! There is a thief near you! And that thief is not after your money or your Plasma TV. This thief is after something far more valuable. The thief is after the Self-Esteem of your most precious possession … your child. My friends, we live in a largely negative world. And, unless you […]

BY JAMES LEHMAN, MSW When Kids Think Their Vote is Equal to Yours Why do many kids think their vote in the family is equal to that of their parents? I think part of the reason, besides what we’ve already mentioned, is that children, especially teens, want control. And they want independence. I’m not saying you […]

“ Your Child is Not Your Equal: Why You Have to Be the Boss” By James Lehman, MSW As a parent, if you aren’t the boss in your family, the lines of authority can become blurred very quickly. When your children are unsure about who’s really in charge, they often act out, engage in risky […]

Tips To Raising Black Belt Leaders Dear Parents, We have a “method” that most people say is crazy. You will notice that your child’s Karate teachers understand that in order to build self-esteem, they cannot be too concerned about performance … in the beginning! I know our methods seem “crazy,” because they sometimes elicit these […]

One of the quickest, easiest ways to get from where we are to where we want to be, be it a destination on a map or a destination in life, is to make a plan. Hopefully, at this point, you are preparing to travel down the road to a better life – to a more […]

Dear Parents, “Martial Arts helps develop our students’ confidence.” That’s a pretty big claim, isn’t it? Many parents have asked us what exactly we do to develop confidence in their children. A lot of people think that students develop confidence because they are learning self-defense skills. But that’s only a small part of it. If […]

Positive Role Models: The biggest asset of “Martial Arts?” Easy. The teachers. Now, I’ll tell you up front. They are not like the teachers you’ve seen in the Martial Art movies. Are they “tough guys and girls?” Yes. But what you will notice (and so will your child)…is that they are “Nice Guys and Girls.” […]

The first time I rode a bike I fell hard on the asphalt street and didn’t want to do it again.  Each one of us has a story they remember from their childhood that now makes us laugh now but at the time seemed like the end of the world.  We got really scared and […]

Good old’ Peer Pressure. Drugs, Premarital Sex, Drinking and Driving, Bullying. What our kids do outside the home may never be discovered. So it’s a wise choice to help your child become a powerful leader. We should want them to be leaders of their friends and NOT followers. But, this won’t happen by chance. They […]

Nowadays kids are involved with all types of sports from soccer, baseball and football to tennis, golf and many more. Getting children involved in physical activates is the best thing you can do. Now Stop and Think!   What if there was a way not only to give your children the physical fitness they need but […]

  At U.S. Elite Martial Arts we learn how we should always set our goals high in order to achieve more.  There are differences between goals and wishes! Goals are written down, there is a plan to achieve them, and they have a due date.  Write down your goals on a piece of paper and […]

Most parents want their kids to experience a lot of different activities. Sounds great, right? Maybe not. Let’s dig a bit deeper. Excellence requires time and commitment. In depth study produces confidence, focus and perseverance. In Okinawa, they call people that jump from one activity to another butterflies, never getting past the initial stage of […]

Are We Smarter Than Ants?  Tips To Raising Black Belt Leaders  I went to the Zoo and the discussion of how animals are in tune with nature started up. They not only can sense danger when it comes to predators but they know ahead of time when there are earthquakes, storms, etc. Upon further insight […]

As people grow older, they begin to find ways to be more productive and make use of their time. For senior citizens, in particular, they find that there is even more time they need to utilize and want to do so effectively. Many will go out and find other jobs while others will pursue hobbies […]

Back to School Tips for Parents 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 […]

Hey Parents! Today I’d like to talk about tough situations, struggles, failures, and the importance of following through in a manner that promotes growth in children. When things get tough for our kids the two most common ways parents handle these situations is to either swoop in and be the hero or to leave them […]

The Positive Effects of Martial Arts for a Child in School Grade school can be quite the experience for any child. It is a place where a child not only learns academically but one where a child must learn to socialize and function in the world. Unfortunately, there are a lot of negative experiences that […]

How to Avoid Being a Victim of Bullying Bullying has become an epidemic in recent years. Yes, there have always been bullies, and yes, those bullies have always caused serious and lasting damage to their victims; however, bullying in the 21st century has changed – and not for the better. According to Pacer’s National Bullying […]

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Attention Parents. 📣Is your child being influenced by the “Wrong Crowd”. 😱Check out this video to learn how you can prevent this from happening.