What does having discipline mean to you? Discipline essentially means being able to manage one’s own behavior. Angry? You can tame it. Scared? You can…

As a parent, you’re probably already planning for the summer. Getting kids into summer camps can be challenging (kind of like putting in a winning…

The word “motivation” comes from the Latin “motivus,” which literally translates to “a moving cause.” Motivus sounds like the name of a Marvel movie villain…

As a parent, how many times have you said (politely) to your kids: “move it,” “faster, please,” “hustle!” It’s a very common predicament for parents.…

Since its inception in Fort Collins, Colorado, Ripple Effect Martial Arts has collected Halloween candy for the U.S. troops overseas. It’s a small act (growing…

Just like an elementary school, karate schools draw students from the local community. And just like elementary school kids, karate students give back. Bake sales,…

Initiative is a tough thing to inspire in kids. It’s hard for kids to even grasp the concept. But parents are constantly trying to drive…

Setting goals is a fundamental part of every student’s black belt journey. And the practice of goal setting extends well beyond the karate mat; kids…

When you’re young, how do you know where to go? That’s in literal terms—where’s home? Which way is school? When I leave my friend’s house,…

Independence comes along more slowly for some people than others. Parents see it at home and school and certainly in the at the karate school.…