Penacook School Martial Arts​

With so many things that get in our way or occupy our minds, it comes as no surprise that we’re never truly present in the moment – especially when we get lost in our thoughts, worried about the uncertain future or caught up with things that have happened before. The t...

Realistic Behavioral Expectations

What to Expect from 10 to 14-year old’s

The tween and teen years often feel to parents and teachers like they are back at the “terrible twos” stage. The challenges of working with children at this age can be frustrating. They are very sm...

Realistic Behavioral Expectations

What to Expect from 5- and 6-year old’s

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...

Just because you have decided to get in shape or lose weight doesn’t always mean you get the results you want. Fitness actually takes a lot more than exercising and eating healthy foods. We all have  bad habits that led to being out of shape in the first place....

How Much Do Martial Arts Classes Cost?

One of the most common questions people ask when calling a martial arts school is:

“HOW MUCH DO MARTIAL ARTS CLASSES COST?”

Any time one is considering a new venture, cost is certainly an important consideration.  But, it is importan...

Running out of things to do with your family? Maybe you’ve been thinking about something else there is to do, besides a movie and a meal. Why not try a fun, healthy activity, at a martial arts school and learn some self-defense with your loved ones!...

Have you been having a hard time finding an activity you enjoy? Maybe you’ve tried the popular choices like the gym or health club but somehow they just didn't fit your goals or needs. Well, if you haven’t tried martial arts classes yet, then why not give it a try and...

Without question, getting your kids started in martial arts is one of the best things you could ever do for them as a parent. It offers such a wide range of benefits, from focus and discipline to problem solving and confidence, all learned while their minds and persona...

5 Tips your child’s instructor uses to put negative behavior into perspective

As seasoned Pediatric Ninja Specialists, we have witnessed just about every sort of behavior and outburst from working with hundreds of kids over the years. We have seen it all from playful...

ENDORPHINS
The Key to Effort and Focus in Children and Teens

Endorphins are natural chemicals produced in the body to reduce pain and boost happiness. They are most often associated with exercise since the release of these “feel-good” chemicals cause a state of euphor...