NYS Guidelines masks ventilation capacity one way flow Health Screening One way flow Social distancing Above and beyond Sanitation Selectrocide TrustedSafe USFC listed as leading FitnessSafe facility No shared equipment All pads sanitized between classes Drills Just in case of lockdown Important for kids to see us adapt with aplomb Switch to zoom private lessons […]
Even though we are way out on the fringe of the definition of a “Gym and Fitness Center”, that’s how the state categorizes us. Without getting into the politics of it, and without diminishing the impact of Covid, we’re sure you’ve all seen the negative press surrounding our extended industry. The USFC, which is the […]
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 […]
The world is a crazy place right now. Especially here in New York, where coronavirus has us all staying home and being responsible about our social distancing responsibilities. Many people are left wondering what to do as they find themselves thrust into the world of homeschooling, telecommuting, and even unemployment. With the recent mandates by […]
Stress is a significant part of our lives today, and while we all experience it, children and teens have a more difficult time managing it. Academic pressure, social tensions, and family stressors can all impact a young person’s mental well-being. For this reason, parents need to help their children develop coping skills by guiding them […]
From 18 to 36 months of age, children’s skill development moves very fast. Their brains are growing rapidly, language is blooming, and motor skills are advancing. At the same time, thinking becomes more developed, and their social and emotional capabilities enable them to interact with more people. With that said, this is the ideal age […]
Realistic Behavioral Expectations What to Expect from 5- and 6-year olds Children between the ages of five and six years old are no longer “little kids.” They are in a very important transition in their lives. They have developed skills that make them appear to have things more together, so they are often approached by […]
How valuable would it be to your home security and peace of mind to be able to look inside the mind of the burglar trying to break into your home so you can prepare in advance? Self defense includes securing your environment and preventing the need to ever protect yourself physically. Thanks to our friend […]
During the 1990-91 school year, I had the privilege of spending a year as a Rotary Exchange student in Samsun, Turkey. My time spent there is still written clearly in my mind’s eye, and many of the things I experienced while learning to be both an American ambassador and a local Turkish boy were very […]
By Heidi Burmann I have had a few conversations regarding what we are teaching students in class, so I thought it might be a good opportunity to expand the discussion to include everyone. Watching class from the outside, it may just look like lots of fun for the children, but we are actually developing all […]
You may hear your child’s martial arts instructor talking about practice time at home fairly often. This is because practicing can have a huge impact on a ninja’s ability to perform in class which will lead to more confidence. With more confidence comes the ability to achieve faster and farther! Another great benefit to practicing […]
Ten to fourteen-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 […]
As parents, we want what’s best for our children. The reality is that today’s children are pushed to their limits with extra-curricular activities by well-meaning parents. With that said, I’ve put together some details about how over-committing children are retroactive for their development. For starters, let’s look at why we tend to over-commit our children: […]
Drop the Kids for Some Dodgeball Fun While You Get Some Time To Yourself. You know, it just occurred to us that our Dip Duck Dodge Parent’s Night Out would make a GREAT gift for your whole family… Or for your friends and their families. I mean, it’s something really UNIQUE, it’s a great STRESS […]
Good behavior is a learning process for children, and we are their roadmap. Children usually behave per their own emotions and impulses. At the same time, being a parent is also a learning process and sometimes we rely on our own emotions and impulses to teach. Usually, that means we divert directly to punishments when […]
The C.O.A.L. Method – 4 Quick and Easy Steps to Dealing with Children’s Negative Behaviors Guest Post By Jennifer Salama When it comes to parenting, emotions can run high. When children act out negatively, parents often become frustrated quickly and react by trying to fix the behavior immediately by yelling, punishing, etc. However, this approach […]
Here’s your chance to take a well-deserved break from your kids with our Floor is Lava Parent’s Night Out Event! All you have to do is drop your kids off at our school for 2.5 hours where they’ll have a BLAST jumping from obstacle to obstacle and doing all the FUN things they LOVE to […]
Back by popular demand…. 4GK Martial Arts in Patchogue is hosting a blacklight dodgeball party and it is going to be EPIC! NUCLEAR DODGEBALL PARENTS NIGHT OUT Dodge balls will glow, your kids will glow, and even the court will glow. This fun, yet safe, evening of dodgeball adventure is perfect for kids ages 6 and […]
Hey 4GK Family! The holidays are nearly here, and we know that many of you travel or take some time to spend doing family things. And we know that just as many of you are hardcore ninjas! So, we have a holiday schedule that fits a bit of both: Saturday, December 22: […]
Do your kids love the Incredibles movie? Here’s your chance to take a well-deserved break from your kids with our Super Fam Parent’s Night Out Event! All you have to do is drop your kids off at our school for 2.5 hours where they’ll have a BLAST being a superhero and do all the FUN […]
We can all agree that social cues are extremely important. It is also important to understand what to expect from children when it comes to their social stage of development. Each age group is quite unique but there are some expectations that are common amongst the Early SKILLZ age group. Typical issues with behavior amongst […]
Parents Night Out At 4GK Martial Arts is one of the most fun activities for kids in Patchogue! Each month we host an event that is fun for kids, and which also provides parents some time to themselves; after all, awesome parents like you deserve some YOU time! On Saturday, December 8th, kids ages 6 […]
Every year, Bethpage Federal Credit Union hosts a contest for Long Island residents to nominate and then elect the businesses they interact with each day for the prestigious “Best Of Long Island” award. Once the final round of nominations is complete, the top few businesses in each category are selected, and voting for the winner […]
Parents Night Out At 4GK Martial Arts is one of the most fun activities for kids in Patchogue! Each month we host an event that is fun for kids, and which also provides parents some time to themselves; after all, awesome parents like you deserve some YOU time! On Saturday, November 10th, kids ages 6 […]
Halloween is such a fun time of the year for children; but when children encounter tricks instead of treats, this holiday can become very scary – and not just because of the decorations and frightening costumes. Abductions, bullying, candy that has been compromised; these are all things that can make Halloween a dreadful holiday for […]
Reprinted with permission from the Pride Martial Arts July 2009 Newsletter A while back, a parent asked, “What is the best way to support my child in martial arts? What is my role? How do I strike a balance between being supportive and understanding on one hand…and making sure my child shows enough discipline to reach […]
Students of the Chinese martial arts (aka kung fu, kuoshu, wu shu) are very familiar with the term “Sifu”. Sometimes also written as Shifu or even Shihfu from the Mandarin pronunciation of the term, Sifu is taken to mean “teacher” or “master”. In American schools of kung fu, the term is often used as a […]
We all know that practice makes perfect, right? But sometimes helping your child to practice at home can be a challenge. It can even be frustrating trying to get them to practice their martial arts moves if you aren’t aware of their specific needs and abilities, and it goes beyond just the physical moves. For […]
Before we begin, I want you to remember a time one of the instructors walked a crying student off the mat. Remember the ice pack they placed on the students knee and had them count to 10? Do you remember how the student returned to class with a smile on their face?! How about this! […]
It might not seem possible, but summer is almost here. The kids will be out of school – and you’ll be wondering what you can do to help them fill their days with something other than endless rounds of video games. We have the ideal solution in our martial arts summer camp for kids. The […]