Often people think of Martial Arts classes as learning a skill to defend yourself, getting fit and strong etc. The reality is, it is all that and MUCH MORE!
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Hello,
I am Pedro Soriano, born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – the Jiu-Jitsu Center of the World – Owner and Chief Instructor here at Pedro Soriano Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy.
As a lifelong Martial Artist with 30 plus years of practice and 20 plus years teaching kids and adults, there is nothing better than seeing the individual grow firsthand. (17 years only in San Pedro.)
Even more important than Martial Arts skills they learn, is the life skills they acquire and develop to set up their success in life.
It is also good to remember that Martial Arts is way more than just punching, kicking, taking people down and applying choke holds and joint locks, and getting their next colored belt.
Everyday your kids step on our mats to have our classes they are working on their mindset, fitness, body awareness, developing their character and last but not least, they are learning an effective way to defend themselves.
As Martial Arts training provides instant positive feedback, the parents and guardians will notice as they learn to focus on the fundamental moves, they develop Respect and Discipline. Quickly they will notice and feel the difference, making them bound to a Confident lifestyle.
And Obviously it is a lot of FUN involved.
These are some of the reasons why I truly love to teach kids in this community, and why I know your kids will LOVE training with us. ( back in 1983 I was that lucky kid when my parents decided to enroll myself in the local Martial Arts School in my old neighborhood.)
Now, please have a look on this page to find out how our Programs can benefit your kids tremendously and prepare them for a successful life.
All Best,
Pedro Soriano – Sensei
My kids are great but they don’t listen, I must tell them a million times before they actually do what they’re supposed to.
My child is bright and intelligent, although they have trouble focusing, paying attention in school and at home, even in important situations of daily life. Sometimes classified as an “ADD” or “ADHD” child.
My kids are simply shy and lack the confidence and self-esteem necessary to live up to their full potential.
We really have a natural and really safe and extremely effective way to take charge and positively impact every aspect of your children’s life. It won’t take medicine, therapy or reprimanding actions to change their behavior.
By teaching your children Self-Discipline, Hard Work, Confidence and Respect, we get the job done! As the children develop those skills our Programs will empower them with Humility, boost their Self-Esteem and promote a healthier Mental and Physical aspects. ALL AT THE SAME TIME!!!!
So, yes… Our Martial Arts Program will do all that… ( Does it sound like what you need for your kids?
As we all know children are like sponges, absorbing things quickly and easily, way more easily than us adults. The fact is sometimes parents may see differences in their children’s behavior after just one class. Every and each additional class they attend keep increasing their knowledge and personal and social growth.
As the children are getting fitter and healthier learning Martial Arts, they are also learning valuable life skills like Self-Discipline and Respect. When you decide to enroll your child in a Martial Arts Program, you are not only giving them the ability to learn to defend themselves using their physical attributes and skills we teach, but you are also giving them the opportunity to thrive and succeed in life.
Children who don’t respect others and themselves often have trouble in daily life like getting along, problems at school etc. Our Martial Arts Program teaches the importance of respect in each and every class.
We teach our students to treat everyone as we want others to treat us – being kind and respectful – respect their instructors and fellow teammates. They are taught that they can not succeed without respecting everyone in the Dojo.
The routine established by Martial Arts training will make Respect to themselves and others become second nature to your children – They will carry it on with them for the rest of their lives.
No one will ever succeed in life without Discipline to keep on going even when things are difficult.
Our students are constantly learning discipline and how to be persistent.
Our Martial Arts Program requires true diligence and that isn’t possible without persistence and discipline.
The highest standards of behavior are expected from students at all times – the discipline they learn at our Dojo will help them achieve all their goals in life.
Kids who are bullied often are Fearful, have Low Self-Esteem, are Vulnerable, but our Martial Arts Program empowers our students with Confidence and Self- Assuredness.
Martial Arts training builds mental and emotional toughness, and physical strength. As we teach our students Self-Respect, it helps kids believe in themselves and that makes them not ideal targets for bullies.
It’s very common for Kids to bully others due to lack of Self-Respect and Confidence. They seek specific targets they perceive to be weaker than themselves to try to boost their own low Self-Worth.
With our strong emphasis on teaching our students Discipline and Respect, Martial Arts training can help bullies notice their own bad behavior.
The atmosphere in our Dojo teaches kids that there will be no Self-Respect without respecting others. There is a Zero tolerance for bullying in our Dojo and we teach our students that the way they treat others will reflect on them both at the Dojo and anywhere they go.
As your kids learn about physical fitness they most likely will carry on healthy and fitness habits into their adulthood.
Our Martial Arts Program will teach them about their body and fitness. They will learn how to push themselves and pursue their fitness goals.
Studying Martial Arts will forge them into individuals with good health and stay fit throughout their lives.
How does cardiovascular activity and core and muscle toning sound like for your kids?
Does it sound good? Well, our Martial Arts Program delivers both of these essential elements in every class.
Achievable goals are set for kids who need to be on a weight loss program and our caring Instructors are here to help the students get to where they should be with their fitness level.
With our focus on Discipline, we help kids understand that their actions will affect their bodies, and help them shed the extra pounds and get the shape they deserve to have.
Education early on lays the path for your children’s success later in life. Learning makes them have grit to pursue and achieve their goals and aspirations.
If you have a child, or know someone who does, that has been struggling at School, then you should try Martial Arts classes and see how we can help them.
We provide an environment where the kids have an outlet for their energy and also allow them to achieve clarity in our Dojo. Martial Arts training will lead them on the way to better grades.
Oftentimes Kids who perform poorly in practice can start thinking that they aren’t good enough and that they are incapable of doing better. As we know disappointments can decrease the desire of learning.
In our Dojo, Kids learn “how to break a fall” so they can always get up and try again. Therefore they will carry this “get up and keep going” attitude to their classroom, where they will learn to deal with setbacks and learn that their hard work will actually get them somewhere in life.
By exercising Discipline and Persistence in every class they come will allow them to use these skills in their education and daily life.
Kids with special needs may struggle with things that other kids may find easy. In our Dojo the Kids learn in a safe and structured environment that promotes Self-Respect.
All Kids need exercise but sometimes it can be challenging for kids with special needs to keep up on the mats with the other kids.
Our Dojo focuses on “being better than we were yesterday” – it is a way to have kids with special needs to excel their own expectations on their own terms.
Children with motor skills issues learn coordination and build core and mental strength at a level that fits their individual capabilities and needs.
Our Martial Arts Programs help Kids get body awareness, help them know their mental and physical strengths in an encouraging and safe environment.
In our Dojo, everybody is equal, that totally helps the kids with special needs feel like they belong to a welcoming, warm and friendly community.
Want to damage a kid’s School career? Label them! – The dorkie kid, the fat kid, the clumsy kid etc. In our Dojo, they are all Martial Artists!
Kids learn Self-Worth and to trust themselves and their skills. As a result, Self-Confidence soars.
The physical Self-Confidence will lead to emotional and intellectual Self-Esteem, and Martial Arts can help kids stand up for themselves with a subconscious sense of Confidence and Authority.
Martial Arts training has its emphasis on how important Focus is for our daily life, and that will help Kids translate that same Focus from the Dojo sessions to home and School classroom, as well as the playground and beyond.
The repetition and memorization will teach Kids that they need to Focus to excel in our Dojo. They learn that by focusing they will exercise Mental Discipline to avoid distractions and be able to accomplish their goals.
As we all know, most Kids nowadays have a hard time paying attention, but the Martial Arts training keeps their eyes on the prize!
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Yes! Self-Control is a huge key factor to the study of Martial Arts. Our students learn and often are reminded that they must be the Masters of their Emotions.
During Martial Arts classes Kids are required to discipline themselves. They must control themselves by exercising being the ‘Master of their Emotions”. They must control their behavior as they come in and out of the Dojo, work to memorize moves from their curriculum, and practice to advance in their ranks towards their Black Belt.
Well, Discipline is exercised daily as they come to class and as we know by repetition and constantly work it will translate to other areas of life. Overtime, behaving in a disciplined lifestyle becomes second nature.
In our Dojo, Respect is a core value of what we teach. All students are taught to Respect the elders, their Instructors, fellow students and themselves as part of their studies.
Yes. Kids who bully other kids often do so out of feeling inadequacy or fear. With Martial Arts training, they will learn to Respect themselves and others, and to have the Confidence to solve problems without aggression.
No. Being aggressive is never taught at our Dojo. Martial Arts lessons will teach Self-Control, Self-Respect, and Respect for others. Kids are taught to channel aggression into positive things.
Absolutely NOT. It may sound controversial, but Kids often become more passionate and less violent as a result of training Martial Arts. Our method channels and relieves aggression, while increasing care and respect for others.
Yes. The regularity of classes are a must for kids that must lose weight. Burning calories through some fun and active cardiovascular games and drills are a daily routine in our classes. The training builds muscle mass which improves their metabolism.
Yes. We have our ‘Mat Chats’ where we talk about the benefits of healthy eating as a way of life of a successful Martial Artist. They learn to have “good fuel” in their body by eating well.
Yes. Most kids who are fearful will feel less afraid while studying Martial Arts. Once they start to learn the skills and see effectiveness in practice, it will provide them with the Confidence they need to defend themselves if they need to. That will definitely help conquer their fears.
Focus, Discipline, Self-Control and Respect, to name a few. These traits will help Kids let go of resentments and learn to pay attention to things that are most important on their path to success.
No. Our Instructors are experienced working with kids of ability levels and ages.
Your kid will learn on his own pace with no judgment, and in an environment that puts their physical integrity first.
Sometimes Kids are reluctant when they first come to class, but Martial Arts classes are fun and active. A lot of Kids think Martial Arts are cool and that may help them stick with it even if it’s hard at first.
When kids are reluctant in class, we will work closely with them to assist them register a series of successful acts to build their confidence.
Martial Arts classes build core, mental strength and balance while also developing muscle mass and improving muscle tone. The drills and exercises taught in class improve Kids’s Fitness level with every lesson.
The Core Values taught in Martial Arts are: Focus, Self-Discipline, Self-Respect and Excellence. Kids who absorb these values will carry them wherever they go, including the classroom.
A lot of times Kids don’t perform well at School because of lack of focus or difficulty disciplining themselves to study. In our Dojo, they have to Focus during each class.
They learn the value of working toward their goals, and that will help them in other subjects too.
No one is outcast in the Dojo. Everyone is treated the same and must respect one another and their Instructors. Our Martial Arts Dojo is a Community.
Yes. Instructors are always looking to reward ‘hard workers’. Our staff of Instructors work closely with the student, providing them with personal attention they need to build on their skills and strength and achieve their goals.
Yes. The way we present ourselves physically relates directly to how we feel inside. Kids who train Martial Arts carry themselves with Confidence. All students are treated the same at our Dojo, which will help build their Self-Esteem.
Yes. By pursuing small achievable goals. Anyone can learn Martial Arts, and our staff of Instructors ensures that kids with physical challenges can still advance in their studies.
Yes. In the Dojo they learn Persistence and Hard Work, they also see first hand the result of the combination of these two factors. They learn that it pays off. Every little success they have in class helps the Kids believe in themselves and have faith they can conquer their next goal.
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