Kids MMA

First published in the Fall / Winter edition of Family-TLC Magazine Unfortunately back-to-school means back-to-bullying for far more children than any of us like to admit.  Bullying is a very real problem but, fortunately there is a solution. Bullies target … Continue reading →

One of the most important attributes of grappling is balance, both standing and on the ground. Here are 10 games that can be used to help kids develop better balance. Continue reading →

Name: Up and Down # of Players: 6 or more Skills: Reflexes, Teamwork, Warm up / cool down game Equipment: Soft balls (3 is usually a good number) Instructions: Divide into 2 teams, each team gets one side of the … Continue reading →

Andrew Green Published in Winnipeg Parent – Sept / Oct 2003 It seems everywhere we look there is an article on overweight and out of shape kids. Stats Canada reports that 37% of children aged 2 – 11 where overweight … Continue reading →

75% of kids will leave organized sport by the age of 12. For many it is not even their choice. Some will get cut, and some will choose to leave, often not because they don’t enjoy playing anymore, but because … Continue reading →