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  • Enrichment Programs vs. Extracurricular Activities: A Closer Look at Skillz Martial Arts

    Enrichment Programs vs. Extracurricular Activities: A Closer Look at Skillz Martial Arts

    In today's educational landscape, both enrichment programs and extracurricular activities play significant roles in a child’s overall development. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they serve distinct purposes. Enrichment programs like the SKILLZ Martial Arts program that we teach here at White Tiger Karate focus on developmental growth with structured learning, while extracurricular activities emphasize recreation and social engagement. Here, we’ll dive deeper into these differences, specifically highlighting how SKILLZ Martial Arts provides unique benefits as an enrichment program, setting it apart from traditional martial arts classes often offered as ....

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  • Mindful Strategies for Getting Kids to Martial Arts Classes

    Mindful Strategies for Getting Kids to Martial Arts Classes

    Getting children motivated for martial arts class can sometimes be a challenge for parents. But with the right approach, you can make the journey smoother and more enjoyable for both you and your child. In this blog, we'll explore some mindful strategies to help you navigate those moments when your little ninja needs an extra nudge to get to class. 1. Set the Stage: One of the keys to success is setting the stage for a smooth transition to class time. Pay attention to what your child is doing before it's time to leave. If they're deeply engrossed in play, gently transition them with a less enticing task about 10 to 15 minutes before class. This can help ease the transition and ....

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  • Understanding Horizontal and Vertical Connectivity in Child Development

    Understanding Horizontal and Vertical Connectivity in Child Development

    As caring child development experts, White Tiger Karate is here to share insights on two crucial aspects of brain integration: Horizontal Connectivity and Vertical Connectivity. These concepts are essential for helping children develop emotional and cognitive balance, which is key to their overall well-being. Horizontal Connectivity (Integration) Horizontal connectivity refers to the integration of the brain's left and right hemispheres. This integration is vital for balanced emotional and cognitive functioning. Integrating the Left & Right Brain The brain's left hemisphere is typically associated with logical reasoning, language, and analytical thinking. The right ....

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  • Turning Big Emotions into Teachable Moments

    Turning Big Emotions into Teachable Moments

    As parents, we all know that childhood is full of big emotions . Tears, frustration, meltdowns — they can feel overwhelming in the moment. But at White Tiger Karate, our coaches see these moments differently. We believe that emotional breakdowns aren’t interruptions to learning… they are the learning. When a child feels safe expressing big emotions and an adult guides them through the storm, it builds resilience, trust, and confidence. That’s why WTK coaches are trained through SKILLZ to approach emotional breakdowns with compassion and skill — not by glossing over them or by ignoring them, but by turning them into growth opportunities. ....

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  • How Skillz Drills Can Enhance Your Child

    How Skillz Drills Can Enhance Your Child

    As parents, we’re always looking for ways to support our children’s growth and development. For many families, occupational therapy (OT) plays a crucial role in helping children overcome challenges and develop essential life skills. But what if there was a way to complement this therapy with an engaging and fun activity that your child would love? Enter SKILLZ drills—a powerful tool that can enhance your child’s progress and make their developmental journey even more rewarding. Understanding Occupational Therapy Occupational therapy is a specialized treatment that focuses on helping children develop, recover, or maintain the skills they need for daily ....

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  • The Brain Bank: How Daily Deposits Shape a Child's Development and How Skillz Helps

    The Brain Bank: How Daily Deposits Shape a Child's Development and How Skillz Helps

    Imagine if every interaction you had with a child was a financial transaction. Every encouraging word, smile, or success adds a deposit to their Brain Bank—a reservoir of confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being. On the flip side, criticism, stress, or failure act as withdrawals, depleting their mental reserves. Just like financial health, a child’s mental and emotional health depends on regular deposits that outweigh withdrawals. When their Brain Bank is in the positive, they thrive. When it’s in the red, they struggle. As parents, educators, and coaches, we have a powerful role in shaping this balance every single day. What Happens When a Child’s ....

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  • How Motor Skills Affect Learning

    How Motor Skills Affect Learning

    Most are aware of the benefits of physical activity for people of all ages… a stronger cardiovascular system, improved muscle tone, weight management, motor coordination, etc. Additionally, there are brain-boosting benefits that help children with brain function and learning, leading to better school performance. Unfortunately, however, many adults aren’t knowledgeable about the significance of underdeveloped motor skills, especially balance and coordination, on the learning process. Therefore, children engage in activities that boost these skills, leading to more learning success. Although balance and coordination don’t seem like they would directly impact ....

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  • The Downside of Trading Sports for Screens

    The Downside of Trading Sports for Screens

    As children grow and develop, they must engage in activities that stimulate various brain regions, including releasing neurotransmitters such as oxytocin and endorphins. While physical activity, such as sports, has long been recognized as a way to achieve this stimulation, children today are spending more time than ever sitting in front of screens, playing video games instead of engaging in physical activity. This shift can have significant consequences for a child's brain development, as well as their overall well-being. Oxytocin is a hormone and neurotransmitter that plays a key role in social bonding, trust, and attachment. It is released during physical touch, such as hugging, but ....

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  • Rapid Resets- Quick Ways to Calm an Emotional Flood

    Rapid Resets- Quick Ways to Calm an Emotional Flood

    As we know, children can lose control of their emotions for various reasons, and the behaviors we witness are generally unplanned. And since anxiety can look like defiance, adults often respond in counterproductive ways. When children are stressed, the amygdala, in the downstairs brain, is triggered, and the “fight or flight” response takes over. This hijacking of the brain makes it hard for children to be reached through conversation, resulting in a disruption in the current environment. Implementing rapid resets can calm children and get their brains back “online.” When children are out of the zone, and their “lid is flipped,” the ....

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  • Nurturing Independence: Understanding and Supporting a Clingy Child

    Nurturing Independence: Understanding and Supporting a Clingy Child

    Parenting comes with its unique challenges, and dealing with a clingy child can be one of them. While it's entirely normal for children to seek comfort and closeness with their caregivers, excessive clinginess can sometimes become a source of concern. In this blog, we'll explore the reasons behind clinginess and offer strategies to support and nurture your child's independence. Understanding Clinginess: Clinginess in children can manifest in various ways, from separation anxiety to an unwillingness to explore new environments or meet new people. It typically peaks during certain developmental stages but can vary from child to child. Understanding the underlying causes of clinginess ....

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White Tiger Karate, LLC Facebook five star review -

⁠White Tiger Karate LLC in Franklin is honestly the best I've seen for kids. Experts in Child Development, the focus is on the whole person. Body, mind and spirit. The kids get a work out but wow do they all seem so proud of themselves and their new found abilities. The owner/instructor, Sharyl Geisert, is unbelievably great working with the kids. She teaches structure and self control, listening and obedience that builds the kids up with a sense of pride and honor in themselves. I am so amazed everytime I go there. What an excellent program they have for kids. I can't say enough about this amazing place. It certainly builds kids self confidence and self esteem. The kids just beam. If your at all looking for a positive and meaningful outlet/program for your child, go visit. Go watch. Talk to Sharyl or another instructor. This is all about the whole person and being the best of oneself. It's so worth it. Check it out and its website. Recommend to others. Your kids deserve the best. It certainly can change lives for the better; in body, mind, and spirit.

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White Tiger Karate, LLC Google five star review - Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value

Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value

Positive: Communication, Professionalism, Quality, Value

My girls started at White Tiger at the end of August after doing dance, gymnastics and softball and wanting to try something new. The ninja zone program has built their confidence tremendously over the last several months. We have seen growth in them both not only physically but also mentally. I can’t thank Sensei Sharyl enough for the time she puts into encouraging, motivating and pushing them both safely outside of their comfort zone at times knowing their capabilities. I cannot recommend White Tiger enough. If you are on the fence of trying martial arts or ninja zone give it a try. It is far more than just a physical sport, she works with every aspect of growth development for children and adults. Thank you Sharyl!

Danielle C

White Tiger Karate, LLC Google five star review - Quality programming

Quality programming

Finding quality programming for my son is a challenge, but after meeting Sensei Sharyl and feeling her love and passion for Skillz and child development I know we are in good hands! Sensei has touched the lives of many people in this community and it is an honor to call myself a member of the White Tiger Karate family. Her program is so much more than just martial arts—it really focuses on showing kids how to be the best people they can be through a tailored program to meet their developmental needs.

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