Dear Hopeful Parent,

If you are reading this letter, you might be feeling hopeful that your child will gain more confidence, respect, focus, discipline or all of these character attributes including self-defense.

It’s not that you want your child to change what makes him or her special as an individual, but you feel that if your child only had more confidence, respect, focus (or any of the other character attributes mentioned above), he or she would do so much better in school, at home or both.Let me start by saying that every child is different and has a unique “fingerprint” to their personality.

While some parents might say that their child is too shy, other parents might say that they’d like their child to become more assertive – to learn self defense and be able to stand up for himself (or herself) if a bully at school tries to pick on their child, but at the same time, they don’t want their child to become violent from learning self-defense.

Other parents might say that their child needs to learn how to be more respectful.

And some parents might say that they would love for their child to become more confident.

If you’re feeling hopeful that your child will change, then the following stories from other parents who have felt your frustration might give you an insight on how they were once in your shoes and are now genuinely happy with the significant improvement that their children have made.

Below are examples of concerns that many parents have shared with me, some of which you might even find similar to your concerns. If you happen to relate to any of the examples below, know that they have found a solution, which may very well be the solution that you are looking for as well.

Scenario #1: Michelle, the girl lacking confidence

Michelle’s Parents: “She’s bright, sweet and friendly once you get to know her, but she just doesn’t have confidence in herself. This makes me sad because if she only had the confidence, she would see what I see in her – all of her potential and wonderful qualities…”

Michelle’s parents wish that she had more confidence in herself. She’s a sweet, pretty, smart, friendly and caring girl, but she doesn’t think highly of herself and often compares herself to other girls at school. She wishes that she looked a certain way and doesn’t view herself as being valuable or worthy of anything good. Michelle’s parents, of course, feel differently and wish she had more self-confidence.

mall, attending school activities and so forth. What her mom will tell you, though, is that Kelly has such attitude!
She wishes that Kelly wasn’t so hardheaded and defiant. She wishes that Kelly wouldn’t “talk back” to her or fight
with her about every little thing.

Scenario #2: Austin, the kid being bullied at school

Austin’s Dad: “He’s been bullied at school in the past, and it worries me that he’s not assertive enough. I wish he would find the courage and confidence to stand up for himself both verbally and physically (if necessary) if he ever encounters a bully again. He’s a wonderful kid and enjoys learning in school, but he dreads running into a bully because he doesn’t know how to handle the situation.”

It’s not that Austin lacked confidence – he just wasn’t assertive. He’s a very easy-going kid, and when mean bullies at school realize this, they see it as an opportunity to pick on Austin. His parents feel horrible
that he’s had encounters with a bully, and they would like him to be able to stand up for himself confidently
and fearlessly.

Scenario #3: Abigail, the hyperactive, “ADD” girl who can’t seem to focus

Abby’s Mom: “I just wish she would FOCUS and apply herself more….if she did that, I just know she would excel in school and anything else in life!”

Abby had a hard time concentrating in school. Her mind always wandered and she had a hard time sitting still
and focusing on tasks at home and at school. It wasn’t that Abby was incompetent – in fact, she was quite the opposite – she was a smart little girl…if only she could focus!

Scenario #4: Christopher, the shy boy who needed to break out of his shell

Christopher’s Mom: “He’s just too shy…I feel bad when other kids are playing around with each other, having a jolly
old time, and my son is off to a corner, all alone. I wish he would break out of his shell and allow himself to make friends.”

Christopher is such a sweetheart…but he is just too shy for his own good! His shyness comes out the most at birthday parties, social gatherings and even during recess at school. Christopher is afraid to talk to and play with other kids. I wish he would just let his guard down and run around with the other kids, play with them – have fun.

Scenario #5: Kelly, the strong-minded, defiant girl

Kelly’s Mom: “I’m at my wit’s end! She is so full of attitude and everything turns into an argument. I tell her to clean her room or do her homework, and she just gives me a mean stare and carries on with whatever it is that she’s doing. People tell me it’s just ‘pre-teen’ attitude, but I just want it to stop! I’d like her to be more positive and caring towards her parents and her siblings.”

Kelly’s mom would tell you that she’s a typical pre-teen. She likes hanging out with her friends, shopping at the mall, attending school activities and so forth. What her mom will tell you, though, is that Kelly has such attitude! She wishes that Kelly wasn’t so hardheaded and defiant. She wishes that Kelly wouldn’t “talk back” to her or fight with her about every little thing.

Here’s A Solution You Can Count On: Folsom Martial Arts Center’s “Building Champions and Leaders For Life Program” Helps Your Child!

Folsom Martial Arts Center’s “Building Champions and Leaders For Life Program” was created to teach children the type of life skills that any parent would want their child to learn.

Yes, your child will learn practical, effective self defense – the type of self defense that they can actually use in the event of a bully situation at school OR if a stranger tries to approach or attack them.

But they will also learn why it is important and what it means to be disciplined, focused, confident and respectful along with many other life skills.When parents realize what my Building Champions and Leaders For Life Program encompasses, they feel as though their children are getting the best of both worlds.

The following is a list of improvements that parents can expect to see from their child being in my program:

Increased Self-Confidence: Children start believing in themselves and their ability to accomplish anything that they set their mind on. I teach them that before anyone can respect and believe in them, they first have to believe in themselves.

Better Focus at School and at Home: I teach my students the importance of staying focused. Through certain techniques and assignments in my class, I show them that if they focus, reaching goals can be easy.
Shows More Respect (less arguing with mom, dad and siblings): This ties into one of the very important lessons that I repeatedly teach them – RESPECT everyone. Students ultimately learn that they should treat others the way they want to be treated.

More Discipline: I teach my students how to embrace being self-disciplined to know how to finish tasks that NEED to be done before doing activities they WANT to do. Homework and chores around the house become a non-issue in only a short period of time (sometime only weeks) once they learn how to become disciplined.

A Newfound Desire To Persevere: Students learn the value of what it means to never give up on themselves and to keep trying despite the challenges, difficulties, or hurdles in any situation. In a matter of a few weeks, you will see them change in front of your eyes and become more confident.

How To Be A Leader: You will be blown away when you see your child actually taking initiative to be the leader and eager to show they can handle responsibilities.

Self Defense Skills: Students learn very practical, street smart self defense skills that keep them safe. They learn how to deal with bullies, strangers, and other people who would try to harm them.

This is only a short list of what they will gain from our program. We cover so much more with them in our program. You will be pleasantly happy with the high standards put on learning character, life, and leadership building skills.

But Instead Of Listening To Me Tell You What Other Benefits Your Child Will Gain, Listen To What Some Of These Parents Have To Say:

Here Are Some Other Concerns That Parents Had…

Will Martial Arts Make My Child Turn Violent?

At Folsom Martial Arts Center, children immediately learn that self defense is NOT to be used maliciously or irresponsibly – it is not to be used against another child at school just because heated words are exchanged or just because they don’t like each other.It is not to be used against their siblings or parents out of anger or frustration.

They immediately learn self-defense comes with a responsibility that is not to be abused, and in turn they learn how to control their emotions instead of acting upon them. My students learn that their martial arts skills are to be used only if they are being physically harmed. I teach my students when it is appropriate to use their self-defense skills, and how to properly handle any type of situation that might require self-defense.

Why Folsom Martial Arts Center is NOT a “Belt Factory”

The reason why I use the term “belt factory” is because a father of one of my students made a comment to me once. This parent had researched other martial arts schools for his son and told me that when he learned more about my Building Champions and Leaders For Life Program, he was happy to discover that my school is not a belt factory.

He also used the term “McDojo,” as well to express his happiness that I was a family run business and different have a whole bunch of new instructors that didn’t “have life experience”.

He went on to explain to me that a “belt factory” is a school in which belts are just given or paid for every three months when students test for their next level belt.

What he loved about Folsom Martial Arts Center is that the children are actually required to earn their belts. From day one, they learn what it means to earn something versus just being given something without having to work for it.

They are given specific character building tasks and assignments to complete outside of my martial arts studio, and if these tasks are not completed…then they are not given their next belt.
My students are held accountable not just at the martial arts studio, but they are also held accountable at home and at school.

At Folsom Martial Arts Center, children learn that there is more to martial arts than just kicking, blocking, punching and striking. They learn life lessons that transcend the physical aspect of martial arts and help them become well-balanced in all areas of their life. These are skills that last forever!

I Would Like My Child To Learn The Valuable Lessons Of Martial Arts – Not Just Run Around In A “Play Zone” Or “Day Care.”

This was a concern that another one of my students’ parents had when they were searching for a martial arts studio for their son. In fact, prior to joining my school, they had actually enrolled their son in another school.

They quickly realized, however, that this other school was more like a “day care” or a “play zone” in their words – and they felt as though their son was not learning anything meaningful or useful.

At Folsom Martial Arts Center, students have fun, develop friendships and know that this is a place where they can feel comfortable and welcomed; however, they also know when to be disciplined and focused in class.

I made a promise to the parents and students in my school that I’d give them quality martial arts instruction that would follow a high standard of education (much like what you’d see at a Harvard, Yale, or Stanford University) in Life Skills, Character Building, Leadership, and Self-Protection.

The students have fun, but they aren’t running around wildly at a Chuck E Cheese getting no REAL skills they can use in their lives. I want to be a good partner with you and help your child grow and change for the better.

The classes are highly structured so all students learn how to apply the character, leadership, and life skills outside of the martial arts school.

My Child Has Never Really Liked Sports And Is Not Very Athletic. Will My Child Have A Hard Time Learning Martial Arts Because Of This?

I have known many parents who have shared this concern with me, and I gave them all the same answer, which is this: Often times, children who are not too enthusiastic about team sports (or sports in general) fall in love with martial arts.

And the reason why they grow fond of martial arts is because, they are taught to focus on themselves and to better themselves from within – not many other sports teach you how to find confidence from within and to believe in yourself; to shut out anyone who tries to bring you down and to respect yourself.

Regardless of how athletic or nonathletic a child is, they quickly realize that martial arts isn’t meant to be mastered overnight, and that there is more to martial arts than being able to punch and kick perfectly. There is more to martial arts than just being an athlete.

When children start to feel more confident, they feel better about themselves and realize that they don’t need anyone’s approval to be who they are.

What If I Enroll My Child In Your Program, And It Turns Out That He Or She Doesn’t Like Martial Arts? What Happens Then?

As much as I love martial arts, I do realize that it isn’t for everyone and it’s not for every child – but that’s okay – we are allowed to like what we like, and if a child ends up not liking martial arts, I do not hold it against him (or her).

If a child lacks interest in learning martial arts, there is no use in forcing them to like it.

I am also very protective of the learning environment in my school and have realized that it’s in the best interest of my students to teach them only if they are receptive to learning.

In most cases, however, I get feedback from my students’ parents who tell me that their kids are eager to attend each class and get upset if something gets in the way of Karate class.

I once had a mom call me to say that her son couldn’t make it to class because they had gotten into a minor auto collision, but that her son was so upset that he wasn’t able to make it to class that day.

And I recently had a mom tell me that she only had to tell her son to get ready for martial arts class ONCE before he ran inside the house and did what he was told – usually, she said, he “hems and haws” about getting ready for any occasion.

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