THE EXTREME SKILLZ PROGRAM WAS DESIGNED WITH THE NEEDS & ABILITIES OF TWEENS AND TEENS IN MIND DOES YOUR 10-13 YEAR OLD STRUGGLE WITH CONFIDENCE?
Ten to thirteen year olds are the smartest students in the school. Yes, they are smarter than most adults! They are also physically competent and can excel in most physical challenges that are presented to them. The problem we discovered is they are so focused on what is socially acceptable that they have a hard time keeping themselves emotionally driven to the task at hand.
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A FEW WORDS
FROM Mrs. Wendy Dwyer
I’m Mrs. Wendy Dwyer here at Elite Leadership Child Development Center & Martial Arts Academy.
As a martial arts instructor with extensive experience training kids, there is nothing better than seeing them grow firsthand.
But more important than the martial arts skills they learn… is the personal skills they develop and carry for life.
Because martial arts is so much more than just kicking and punching, and getting the next colorful belt.
It’s about developing confidence, discipline, character, focus and respect.
With every class we teach, your kids are growing in mind, body and character.
That’s because martial arts provides instant positive feedback. Through learning to focus on the core moves, they develop discipline and respect. They can instantly see and feel a difference, making them destined to build confidence, self-awareness and self-respect.
And of course it’s a ton of FUN!
That’s why I love teaching martial arts to kids in this community, and why I know your kids are going to LOVE training.
So please have a look below to find out exactly how your kids can benefit from our fun martial arts classes.
Thanks!
STRUGGLE WITH THESE THINGS?
They are very smart but tend to make boneheaded decisions that sometimes get them in trouble.
They are all over the emotional spectrum, and their moods shift at the slightest provocation.
They often bow to peer pressure because they care too much about what their friends think.
YOUR Child WILL GROW WITH EVERY CLASS!
The solution we found is to provide tweens and teens with their own program that targets their unique needs and abilities based on their stage of development in a manner that adapts to their adventurous attitude and youthful nature while at the same time building skills that set them up for success.
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
Kids between 10 and 13 typically have great technique and agility, but they can be lazy which leads to sloppiness.
We expect them to initially be sloppy on things that are easy physically.
The goal of our program is to get them to understand their potential if they pay attention the intricate details. We normally bypass the basics elements of physical development and jump right into the complicated details.
INTELLECTUAL DEVELOPMENT
Tweens and teens are extremely smart. Their critical thinking skills are top-notch, but their decision-making skills are typically the exact opposite, and that is why most adults treat them as a child.
We expect them to initially make choices that are easy as compared to applying thought and effort.
The goal of our program is to get them to see the bigger picture and apply their intellect.
EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Thanks to science, kids at this stage of development are typically all over the emotional spectrum. This is more prominent in boys than girls.
We expect their efforts to be based on what they think is cool.
The goal of our program is to help them apply intrinsic motivation and realize their true potential. Our goal is to also help them improve their decision-making skills with drills that challenge their reaction time.
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
These kids care about what their peers think. If something is cool, then they will put more effort into it.
We expect them to initially hold back if they are uncomfortable as a defense mechanism.
The goal of our program is to help them excel at everything they do, especially in front of a crowd.
Jenn Guigley
My daughter has been going to Elite for almost 3 years now. She started out as a shy and timid 3 year old who wouldn’t talk to anyone. She has really grown and gained self confidence attending Elite. She loves her karate family both in the studio and at events such as 5ks and obstacle course races supporting important community causes. My daughter learns about respect, integrity, patience, and even letting people go in front of her. Mrs. Dwyer even gets us moms involved in road trips to self-defense classes. We love Elite and the positive atmosphere we have experienced the last 3 years of being a part of this family.
Jessica Musser
Our oldest son has been going to Elite Leadership for the last 6 years. We had tried another studio prior to Elite. We didn’t love it. It felt like organized chaos. Then we checked out Elite and haven’t looked back. Once our younger son was old enough, he began taking classes as well. Mrs. Dwyer and all of her Instructors are amazing. They truly care about their students. They invest in them. When you think of the saying “it takes a village,” it is obvious Elite wants to be apart of that village. My boys have been impacted by their Instructors in so many ways. To us, Elite Leadership is more than an after school activity; they’re family!
Niki Yetto
I would recommend Elite Leadership Martial Arts Academy over and over! Here is a little insight in our journey with the Academy. I have a 5 and 9 year old who are both apart of the school. They both joined at 3 years of age. Both my children suffer from anxiety and need some extra love and attention every now and then. The instructors adapt to every child’s needs and are so patient with them. The instructors love what they do and it is shown every day at class. This school is not just a place for our children to do karate but a place for them to feel loved, grow, and flourish into young men and it doesn’t stop there. The friendships that they have made from the ninja night outs and ninja camps are indescribable. It’s an extended family which I am so grateful for. My children have learned skills that will make them thrive into today’s society and some of the skills they don’t even realize but as a parent I do! Go check it out and sign your child/children up for a free class and see what it is all about. You won’t be sorry that you did!!
Amber DeLong
My step son begged us for over a year to enroll him in karate. We tried all the other school sports and he hated them. We finally caved and got him in to karate at Elite. I have never seen a kid enjoy a sport as much as he enjoys karate. We have been at Elite for nearly a year and he has come such a long way. Mrs Dwyer and her instructors teach the kids self discipline while incorporating all of the important morals and virtues that kids really need. Sometimes he is a typical 8 year old and gives us a hard time about going, but once he is there he is completely into it and progressing. I knew that karate was going to be “his sport” when he first got to watch the demo team perform, and he made his goal to be a part of the demo team! Looking forward for an amazing few years with Elite!
Rebecca Stoner
Sending our son to Elite was one of the best decisions we ever made. The students learn far more than karate moves. They are taught values, life skills and so much more. My son is treated like a valued family member. I am forever grateful to Wendy and all the Elite staff members!❤️
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FAQS
Yes. It’s common for kids at this age to be heavily influenced by their peers and to avoid doing anything that might be seen as uncool. We help them see the importance of behaving appropriately regardless of what other people think.
The Extreme SKILLZ program is designed to reward precision and persistence. Kids must commit to learning good form and being able to perform to a certain standard if they want to succeed – and those are skills that can carry over to the playing field, as well.
Yes. Our instructors understand the psychology of kids at this age. They might want to take the lazy way out, but we push them to maximize their potential in every area of life.
Respect and honor are core tenets in any martial arts school. The Extreme SKILLZ program teaches kids to be respectful to instructors – and by extension, to their parents and teachers. We make sure they understand that who they are outside of the studio reflects on them inside the studio.
Yes. Decision-making is a key skill both in our program and in life. We show kids the value of weighing options and using their brains to make smart decisions – both in and out of our martial arts school.
Yes. All our testing happens in front of an audience of the students’ peers and instructors. They learn that they only thing they control is their performance and not to worry about what other people think.
Yes. Kids at this age love to challenge their parents and rebel. It’s part of growing up, but it can certainly be frustrating for parents. We emphasize the importance of respect and loyalty to family as one of our core values.
Yes. In our program, it’s common for kids to be frustrated as they try to learn new skills. Over time, they realize that avoiding challenges doesn’t help them – and that facing them helps to build confidence and self-reliance.
More Benefits
Kids learn to withstand peer pressure and do what they think is right.
Students see the value of finesse and precision as these things are required to advance in class.
Shows students how to work through alternatives and make smart, informed decisions.
Teaches kids the meaning of courage and how to apply it in their personal lives.
Kids learn the value of hard work and why taking the lazy way out is not acceptable.
Builds an attitude of respect for kids’ peers, instructors, and families.
Teaches kids to carry themselves with strength and confidence.
Encourages kids to maximize their physical and intellectual potential at all times.
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