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Racine Parents! Join us for a FREE Kids (4-12 yrs.) Stranger Danger Workshop. Children will learn to recognize potential dangerous situations while developing the skills to avoid, diffuse and defend themselves from bullies and predators.  Click below to Register: Kenosha July 22 at 7pm https://www.facebook.com/434209160062936/posts/2326684034148763 Oak Creek July 27 at 3:30pm https://www.facebook.com/990318257705412/posts/7653521531385018 July 27 at […]

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 a child may have when going through school. Whatever those experiences […]

The term “Martial Arts” is a relatively broad expression that encompasses a variety of different disciplines. Typically, when we hear the words martial arts, the first ideas that come to mind are one or more of the techniques that have developed in Asian countries. However, the martial arts are comprised of most types of fighting […]

Do you or does your child have trouble saying “no?” Do you find yourself saying “yes” to your children when you really want to say “not today,” “I can’t swing it,” or just plain “no?” Does your child over-stretch or over-commit because s/he can’t seem to say no? Perhaps you or your child is what my […]

Shopping in Racine can be a thrill. In a good way and even in a bad way. Adding a little self defense mentality can go a long way. Self Awareness You have society on your side. Potential criminals (for the most part) won’t just obnoxiously run up to you in front of a crowd and […]

Dear Parents, A positive attitude is so important in today’s world. Having a positive attitude means focusing on the good things in life and not dwelling on the negative. This helps people cope with daily stresses and reduces destructive thinking. However, children aren’t born with a positive attitude; it is something that is developed. As […]

Thanksgiving is this coming Thursday. While many Americans look forward to Thanksgiving Day as an opportunity to eat whatever they want without counting calories, it’s important not to lose sight of fitness – even as you face down a plate of turkey with all the fixings. Here are some ideas to help you enjoy your […]

5 Tips for Staying Safe on Halloween Halloween is such a fun time of the year for children; but when children encounter tricks instead of treats, this holiday can become very scary – and not just because of the decorations and frightening costumes. Strangers, bullying, candy that has been compromised; these are all things that […]

Your New Family Activity: Martial Arts If you have kids of different ages, then you know how challenging it can be to find things to do as a group. What excites your 10-year-old daughter is likely to bore your 7-year-old son – and vice versa. There’s one exception that we know of – and that’s […]

The month of September brings about many changes for kids, first and foremost being the return to school.  Gone are the days of sleeping in, hours upon hours playing outside in the sun, and endless free time.  Once September comes it is back to daily grind of early wake-ups, long school days, homework, and activities.  […]