Fostering a Positive Growth Mindset

One of the key aspects of parenting is to foster a positive growth mindset in our children. We all love to see our kids excel in everything they do. There is no doubt that when kids finally nail their form, or fly across the mat and break a board; everyone involved shares a sense of […]

Bullying is all too real. 5 tips for parents.

We all agree: We need to stop bullying. Did you know that 25% of public schools report that bullying among kids happens on a daily or weekly basis? And that 1 in 5 high school students report being bullied in the past year? The good news is that because bullying has made national headlines, schools […]

Why Supplementing Sports Is Actually Good for Your Child

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Let’s talk about the benefits of supplementing sports with Taekwondo training! Imagine your child on the field running quicker than ever before, outmaneuvering all opponents, and having the confidence to overcome every obstacle. Before we can, we must overcome the first challenge standing between your child and the achievements listed above. Martial Arts instructors from […]

WHY I NEVER LET MY KIDS QUIT…ANYTHING

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Are you a parent who wants to teach your child the value of perseverance? As tempting as it may be to let them quit when things get tough, it’s important to remember that giving up is not the answer. In fact, research shows that kids who learn to persevere are more likely to succeed in […]

The Best Physical Activity and Kids Advice You’re Not Taking

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Parents according to KidsHealth.org  Kids that are between the ages of 6 – 12 need physical activity to build strength, coordination, and confidence — and to lay the groundwork for a healthy lifestyle. School-age kids should have many chances to participate in a variety of activities, sports, and games that fit their personality, ability, age, […]

5 Tips for Doing Hydration The Right Way

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  Make sure your children get plenty of liquids to stay healthy and active this summer, and help them develop good hydration habits for a lifetime. By Debra Wittrup No Sweat Children are much more prone to dehydration than adults because their bodies don’t cool down as efficiently, and they are never more at risk […]

9 ways parents can help bullied kids learn resilience

By Phyllis L. Fagell June 20 Whenever Jessie hung out with her best friends Chloe and Meg, they gossiped about another seventh-grader named Kate. Jessie didn’t know Kate, but Chloe and Meg said she was clingy, told boring stories and smelled like acne wash. When Jessie asked questions about this mystery girl, her friends giggled […]

5 Fitness Tips Every Full Time Working Mom Must Try

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Fitness tips for working moms that work. Why? Because working moms struggle with a lack of time more than most people do, here are 5 fitness tips for working moms. From getting the kids ready for daycare or school to make sure they are safe and sound, every waking hour seems to be given to your […]

February’s Taekwondo Character Word is RESPECT

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The word of the month is “Respect.”  Respect is defined as:”a feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements.” A respectful person treats people well. It’s the best example of how they want to be treated. They are well-mannered, polite and considerate of others. Respect is  cornerstone of […]

First Taekwondo belt promotion in Regina

Taekwondo belt promotion in Regina Our new satellite school on March 15th, 2014 saw our very first Tae Kwon Do belt promotions at Regina Christian Tae Kwon Do. Students, under instructor Jessica Byker were put through their paces to earn their 9th and 8th gup belts! Testing candidates worked hard for over an hour, showing […]