Dream in October - Patience

News and Reminders

MMA Promotion Ceremonies

Save the Date!
Promotion ceremonies will be held next month on
 Saturday, November 12th

STUDENTS WHO ARE ELIGIBLE FOR PROMOTION
WILL RECEIVE SEPARATE COMMUNICATIONS WITH MORE DETAILS

(For students who are not yet eligible and do not receive an invite,
rest assured we will have future ceremonies!)

Promotion ceremonies will be held indoors at our studio
 immediately following outdoor classes

October Mini Camps
We are hosting FOUR mini camp sessions
 this month at nearby Mills Reservation
to get the kids outside exploring and connecting with nature!

Wed, October 5th
Ages 7-11

Monday, October 10th
Ages 7-11

Monday, October 24th
For Ages 7-11
and
Ages 10+

All sessions will be
from 9 am - 2 pm
for only $99/child!

Space is extremely limited, so sign up
 while there are still a few spots left in some sessions!


Halloween Costume Drive

Would you like to help other kids in New Jersey enjoy the magic and fun of Halloween?
 In partnership with Jersey Cares, we're collecting new and gently used children's costumes and accessories for those who don't yet have them!
From now through Friday, October 14th, please feel free to drop off any of the items below
 in the collection bin in our lobby at Cedar Grove Plaza (406 Pompton Ave):

-new or gently used children's costumes (ages 0-14)
-Halloween masks
-costume accessories
-new Halloween face makeup

Thank you for your contributions! 


Schedule Updates

*HOLIDAY CLOSURES*

There will be NO MMA classes on either

 Monday, October 10th 
or 
Monday October 31st (Halloween) 

If you normally train on one of the days Dream will be closed then,
you can temporarily switch to another day for that impacted week.
Feel free to check the signup page for available slots and call us
at (973) 306-4130 or email us to make the one-time switch for you.
Please Do NOT switch your days on the signup sheet,
as that is for ongoing reserved class times.


DREAM MARTIAL ARTS BLOG

MORAL OF THE MONTH: PATIENCE

“The two most powerful warriors are patience and time.”

—Leo Tolstoy

Patience is often overlooked as an important life skill anyone can learn. It is a worthwhile character trait to cultivate at any age, but kids especially benefit from learning early on how to be patient. In situations like waiting their turn in line or in conversation, or sitting through a less than thrilling event, kids may have a hard time practicing patience, while those who can manage it will have developed some great skills and strategies they can apply throughout their lives.

People who practice patience are more likely to have an increased ability to stay calm and collected in stressful situations. Additionally, because they see the positive outcomes of practicing a skill over time, they are also more likely to have a growth mindset and higher self-esteem. Patient people can surrender to things outside their control and focus instead on what they can do.

“All things are difficult before they are easy.”

—Thomas Fuller

Practicing and talking with kids about patience and why it is beneficial will help them think differently about challenging scenarios and learn how to better cope with strong or negative feelings. There are several tools and methods for helping teach patience.

Meditation, for one, allows kids to check in with themselves and their surrounding and get grounded. This teaches them about mindfulness, breathing techniques, and can help them calm down when they are experiencing anger or frustration. There are all sorts of games and activities that can make exercising patience a fun endeavor. Family members and friends can also model patience in various situations and remember to praise kids’ efforts when they demonstrate patience themselves.

Patience grants us perspective and creativity. It gives us the opportunity to slow down, focus on the present moment, and grow in grace and acceptance that propel us forward.