ST. CLOUD’S BEST EGG HUNT AND IT’S FREE! OVER 5,000 EASTER EGGS! Join us for a Fun, Safe, Eggstra-Special Event on April 8th for Kids in St. Cloud! There will be Egg Hunts, Special Golden Eggs, and special camo eggs. PLUS: A FREE PICTURE OF YOUR CHILD WITH THE EASTER BUNNY! PARENTS ABSOLUTELY RAVE ABOUT […]
Communication. Colleges and universities offer degrees in communications. Major businesses and corporations devote entire departments and staff to managing their message and getting it out to the public. It is a complex and vital life skill but what makes communication so important? As defined by the Cambridge Dictionary of American English, communication means “The process […]
Grade school can be quite the experience for any child. It is a place where a child not only learns academically but one where a child must learn to socialize and function in the world. Unfortunately, there are a lot of negative experiences that a child may have when going through school. Whatever those experiences […]
Mastering The Life Skill That Gives Us Confidence Most people begin to believe in something at a very young age, whether it’s a superhero or the monster in the closet. But as we get older our belief system matures and grows stronger, and we begin to use belief not just as a basis of proof […]
Today, as we reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we wanted to share some ways you can continue his legacy. 1. Educate Yourself. Try to learn things about Dr. Martin Luther King that you didn’t learn in school. Read some of his books, letters, and speeches. Watch films and read books […]
For Those Having A Hard Time Getting Motivated For 2022, we are all about GOALS! ATA Martial Arts is all about setting goals and doing what we can to help each other reach them. Many of you set goals at the beginning of the new year and are already struggling with the motivation to push […]
Before leaving for trick-or-treating or a Halloween party, take time to review your expectations and safety guidelines with your child. It may even be a good idea to practice the safety guidelines beforehand. Costume Safety checklist: Make sure the costume has no parts of it dragging on the ground. Wear properly fitted shoes even […]
CHOOSING TO BE HAPPY ATA Martial Arts’ Self-Esteem Life Skill Cycle is coming to a close, so I wanted to end it with a word of encouragement to all of you. We all struggle with Self-Esteem from time-to-time and that struggle can often result in negative feelings that not only bring yourself down more, but […]
What are the Signs of Low Self-Esteem & How Do We Improve It? Self-Esteem is one of the important ATA Martial Arts Life Skills that we must maintain in our daily lives. A positive self-esteem is the provider of belief in our abilities and keeps us motivated to navigate life which makes it a crucial […]
R.E.S.P.E.CT The Life Skill that Empowers You and Others When you look at the Leadership life skills, one stands out for being important—not just in your own Songahm journey— but it also affects those around you. That life skill is RESPECT. “It’s not what you say; it’s what you do.” There are many levels to […]
We all know how entering the new year goes. You make a list of New Year’s Resolutions and do well at implementing them for about the first month or so, then the motivation and desire to fulfill those resolutions gets lost by the end of the year. Here at ATA Martial Arts, we challenge you […]
Getting and Giving the Message Communication. Colleges and universities offer degrees in communications. Major businesses and corporations devote entire departments and staff to managing their message and getting it out to the public. It is a complex and vital life skill but what makes communication so important? As defined by the Cambridge Dictionary of American […]
Mastering The Life Skill That Gives Us Confidence Most people begin to believe in something at a very young age, whether it’s a superhero or the monster in the closet. But as we get older our belief system matures and grows stronger, and we begin to use belief not just as a basis of proof something […]
Your New Family Activity: Martial Arts April 2nd is Family Day, and it’s the ideal time to talk about how to find family activities. If you have kids of different ages, then you know how challenging it can be to find things to do as a group. What excites your 10-year-old daughter is likely to […]
DYNAMITE DISCIPLINE ____________________________________________________________________________________ Life Skill that is an Essential Building Block to Success Some days, it’s tough to get out of bed. Some days it’s tough to focus on school, training, progress on that homework project or on completing chores at home. That’s when discipline comes in. Discipline is one of the life skills we […]
Top Four Benefits of Working out With a Loved One There are few things quite like working out with a partner or spouse – a loved one of any sort. No matter type of martial arts you both practice, there are some benefits to exercising together. From perfecting your form to keeping each other motivated, […]
The Ultimate New Years Resolution The New Year is here, and with thousands of goals and resolutions in sight as well, 2017 is the year you should try something new! Martial arts is an established system that can better the entirety of your being. Whether you need mental benefits like furthering your discipline muscle, physical […]
Protect Your Heart with Martial Arts Every year, the American Heart Association celebrates Heart Month to raise awareness about heart disease and heart health. What you may not know is that martial arts are great for the heart. In fact, the cardiac benefits of martial arts give a whole new meaning to the idea of […]
The Positive Effects of Martial Arts for a Child in School Grade school can be quite the experience for any child. It is a place where a child not only learns academically but one where a child must learn to socialize and function in the world. Unfortunately, there are a lot of negative experiences […]
Holiday shopping can be a thrill. In a good way and even in a bad way. Adding a little self defense mentality can go a long way. Self Awareness You have society on your side. Potential criminals (for the most part) won’t just obnoxiously run up to you in front of a crowd and take […]
As people grow older, they begin to find ways to be more productive and make use of their time. For senior citizens, in particular, they find that there is even more time they need to utilize and want to do so effectively. Many will go out and find other jobs while others will pursue hobbies […]
Every year, the American Heart Association celebrates Heart Month to raise awareness about heart disease and heart health. What you may not know is that martial arts are great for the heart. In fact, the cardiac benefits of martial arts give a whole new meaning to the idea of cardiovascular fitness. With that in mind, […]