October -09 newsletter

COACHES CORNER

Developing Self-Discipline in Children

1. Always, always, do what you say you are going to do. Remember that your children learn from EVERY encounter with you...even if it's not what you want them to learn! If you tell a child that a certain behavior will cause them to be punished, you MUST follow through with the punishment. Each time you don't follow through, you teach your child, "Mom and Dad don't mean what they say." If a child, for example, is being disruptive, and you say, "Michael, please stop that," and then allow Michael to continue, you have effectively taught Michael to disobey! Additionally, children need the security that comes from knowing Mom and Dad are truly in charge. Any inconsistency in your approach robs them of that security!

2. Show your children the effects of self-discipline, and the effects of LACK of self-discipline. Be on the lookout for people who are becoming successful as a
result of their self-discipline. Families, athletes, famous people, even fictional characters can be great examples. In the same way, show your children the results of the lack of self-discipline. Discuss people who are in trouble, or people who don't get the results they want, and show your children how the breakdown in their
self-discipline led them to trouble!

3. Paint an exciting future for your children. Inspire them to dream big dreams, to think boldly about their future. Show them the opportunities that become
available to people who have great discipline!

Follow these tips, and your child will develop the important quality of Self-Discipline!

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

We need the support of every student and family; to continue to provide excellent facilities and services.
Please keep current on your tuition.
Thank you.

REMEMBER
100% Attendance !


Parents... please plan to pick your youngsters up promptly before + after class.
Your children and the children in class deserve it.
Thank you.

Halloween Party
October 30th
From 6 -7 PM
Pot Luck Treats
Bring a Buddy
Wear your Costume

Promotions will be October 28 and 29 = 4 weeks - 8 classes

You will need your sparring gear for November. If you don't have it yet .. it's time to order.

FREE Halloween Safety Clinic
Tuesday 10 - 27 at 4:30

Board Breaking Confidence Practice
Friday 10-23, 6 - 7 PM
The time is a free service.
You'll need to supply your own boards.
(The easiest way is to pre-purchase them the school)

Parents Night Out
Pirate Night
Friday, Oct 16th
6:00 - 8:30
Only $25 or FREE when you bring a buddy
We'll even have dinner

Stick Fight Buddy Night
during your regular class
Oct 7+8