IRONKIDS: anti-bully PROJECT
what if you could help
prevent it before it starts?
How many more young lives have to be affected before we start taking bullying seriously?
Bullying is defined as repeated, intentional behavior that harms, intimidates, or coerces another person, typically involving an imbalance of power. It can take various forms, including physical aggression, verbal abuse, social exclusion, and cyberbullying. The goal of bullying is often to establish control over or instill fear in the victim, and it can have lasting emotional, psychological, and social effects.
what is
bullying?
“No one heals himself
by wounding another.”
One out of every five students report being bullied.
ironkids:
anti-bully
project
What if you could be the support a child needs to develop confidence, self-esteem, and emotional resilience?
ironkids:
about the
project
Empower a child by sponsoring their
Jiu-Jitsu journey!
Your support helps kids build confidence, discipline, and resilience while learning valuable self-defense skills. Make a difference today by providing a child with the opportunity to grow, thrive, and overcome challenges through the art of Jiu-Jitsu.
how jiu jitsu can help against bullying
Jiu-jitsu can be a powerful tool for kids facing bullying. Here are five reasons why it can help:
Boosts Confidence and Self-Esteem
Jiu Jitsu teaches kids valuable skills and gives them a sense of accomplishment as they progress. This increased self-confidence can help them stand up for themselves in situations where they might otherwise feel powerless.
Improves Self-Control and Discipline
Jiu Jitsu emphasizes control, patience, and focus. Kids learn to stay calm under pressure and control their reactions, which can help them handle bullying situations more effectively without resorting to aggression.
Teaches Conflict Resolution
Jiu Jitsu doesn’t promote violence; instead, it teaches how to neutralize threats through technique and leverage. This can help kids understand how to defuse a confrontation and resolve conflicts peacefully, which could deter bullying.
Develops Physical Fitness
The physical activity involved in jiu jitsu improves strength, coordination, and fitness. A physically fit child may feel more confident in defending themselves and may also deter bullies who tend to target weaker individuals.
Builds Resilience
Jiu Jiitsu challenges kids to push through difficulties, teaching them to face adversity with resilience. The mental toughness developed through training can help kids cope with bullying in a healthier way, making them less likely to be emotionally affected by it.
what if this was your child?
Credit: ABC WNEP 16: High School Bullies
Programs Offered at ROLLSTAR jiu jitsu
little pandas
Age Group: 4-6
Our Little Pandas program is geared towards introducing the fundamentals of self-defense and grappling/wrestling. We also focus on cognitive, motor, and social skills. Classes are infused with games to help kids develop their physical ability and understanding of the concepts taught in the class.
Kids & teens jiu jitsu & Self-Defense
Age Group: 7-15
Our Kids and Teens program covers fundamental and advanced techniques for self-defense and sport. Each class is broken down into:
Cover lesson / technique
Drill and practice lessons in class, with minimal to no resistance
Positional and open sparring with full resistance
Our program is designed to share practical and effective techniques, strengthen and increase confidence, boost self-esteem, heighten awareness, and help with physical fitness.
“Be the change that you wish to see in the world.”
— Mahatma Gandhi
program scholarship
The IRONKIDS: Anti-Bully Project scholarship is available to anyone between the ages of 8-15 who is interested in committing to learning about self-development.