When a kid graduates from our program, we want them to

• Be well rounded
• Have a good sense of self esteem
• Handle their emotions
• Have well developed self control
• Be respectful & polite to others
• Communicate effectively with others
• Be physically fit
  • Age appropriate cardio & strength
  • Love of exercise and sports
  • Well developed balance & proprioception
• Be inoculated against hardship and know that they can overcome obstacles

We want them to be good at grappling as well, but the above list is more important than grappling prowess.

From that end goal in mind, we have our program goals separated by age, each with life skills and grappling skills that we hope to instill in our youth program.

AGE 4-6:

At this age, most children aren’t used to (or at least that accustomed to) being in a structured environment. A huge portion of any kids program for this age group is developing the skill of participating in group activities that have rules and guidelines. We aim for this, social skills, & physical movement learning above all else.

LIFE GOALS FROM PROGRAM:

• Get used to being in a structured environment
• Build social skills with peers
• Cooperate with others
• Show respect to everyone including
  • Their parents
  • Their peers
  • Their coaches
• Learn how to handle emotions including
  • Frustration at loss
  • Frustration with training partners