MAT CHAT OF THE WEEK - "Goals"

This week our mat chats should help kids understand the importance of setting goals, how to set SMART goals, and the persistence needed to overcome challenges along the way. 

Team Definition of Goals - “Goals give us direction.”

Here is a breakdown of our kids techniques this week: 

ROL Kids - Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (near) – 1. Hands in Place (Knee on belly); 2. Trap the arm; 3. Step Over; 4. Sit Down

ROL Kids - Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (far) – 1. Hands in place (knee on belly); 2. Trap the arm (far); 3. Step over and sit; 4. Control the wrist

ROL Kids - Side Control Escape to Guard - 1. Hands in Place; 2. Bridge/Turn in; 3. Grip the belt; 4. Close the Guard

ROL Kids - Kimura Lock from Side Control - 1. Hands in Place 2. Grip Their Wrist; 3. Grip Your wrist; 4. Pull the shoulder

Word of the Week - "Community/Team" - Definition - "Together we are stronger!"

Self-defense is protecting yourself wisely.

Mat Chat #1: What is Self-Defense?

Mat Chat #2: Staying Aware and Prepared

Mat Chat #3: Using Jiu Jitsu for Self Defense

These mat chats should help kids understand the importance of self-defense, the role of awareness, and how to use Jiu Jitsu techniques to stay safe.

Transition from Turtle to Back - 1. Hands in Place (Hip to Hip); 2. Foot Inside; 3. Other Foot Inside; 4. Roll and Backpack

Rol Kids - Sprawl to Turtle - 1. Hands in Place (Single Leg Hold); 2. Feet Out (Sprawl); 3. Big Hug; 4. Hip to Hip

MAT CHAT: Defining Leadership - Leadership means "Guiding Others as our Best Selves." This week we will be talking all about leadership. The focus will be on: leading by example, the importance of listening as a leader, and encouraging others.

What does leadership mean to you and how has jiujitsu made you a better leader?

Age is only a mental construct used to measure time living. The best time to start is the day you decide to be a more leveled-up version of yourself with no excuses. Knowing the mental and physical benefits of martial arts - jiujitsu in particular - "yesterday" will always be the best answer of when I should've started. For my kids - who can't decide/take action for themselves - jiujitsu has become a non-negotiable part of their lives.