No one is born with confidence. Confidence or the lack of it is a learned experience. If your parents, teachers and peers were constantly praising your accomplishments and encouraging you to try new things then their is little doubt you would be well endowed with self-confidence. If however, your parents constantly used negative motivation, told you things like, “That’s not the way you do it. Can’t you do anything right? Why are you not more like your brother or sister?” Then the chances are this would have had a negative effect on your self-esteem and confidence. Most parents especially those of a decade or two ago had no idea of the power they had in shaping their child’s future based only on a few simple words. They certainly didn’t mean to do a bad job they simply did the same things they saw their parents do to them. The same is true of teachers some are great and build your confidence in a particular subject while others are horrible and belittle you for you supposed “stupidity”.

Many people have risen beyond the handicap of a negative up brining. Churchill had a very unhappy childhood, as did Martian Luther King. Einstein was classified as mentally retarded and Edison was thought too slow as a learner. All of these people overcame poor upbringings and are well remembered today.

If your childhood experiences were negative with regards to self-confidence there is obviously nothing you can do to change the past. You can however begin to recognize patterns of behavior that stem from your past and take the next steps in reforming what you believe to be true about your levels of confidence. Just because someone else’s opinion was that you were not particularly good at something certainly doesn’t mean you have to accept it. Getting good at anything is merely a matter of education and practice. This in itself is the first step to self-confidence.

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Improving Confidence in Children With Karate Classes in Toledo OH.

As parents we all want to improve the level of confidence in our children.  The Toledo OH martial arts classes at Jeff Gears MAA in Toledo teach that confidence is the feeling that you can handle yourself in any situation.  As part of our goal to give the children in Toledo OH, Children in Sylvania OH, Ottawa Hills OH Children and the children in Bedford Mi the confidence they need to succeed in school. 

Having worked with Ottawa Hills  Public school system teachers, Sylvania Public and Parochial Schools, the teachers at Washington Local Schools, Toledo Public and Parochial to improve the confidence of the students at each of theses schools. 

During the month of August as Part of Our Back to School Plan to improve the level of confidence in children to prevent bullying as well as not become victims to unhealthy peer pressure, we will teach our students the importance of confident communication.

As parents and teachers in  Toledo Oh, we know that as unfair as it may sound what you say is not nearly as important as how you say it.  In order to prevent bullying in our school systems we must give our children the tools to handle bullies in a non-violent way.  Toledo Public Schools, Washington Local, Sylvania Schools, Ottawa Hills OH schools and Bedford schools all have a few things in common.  Cold winters, dedicated teachers and parents, pursuit of academic excellence as well as bullies.  Over the next few days I will be sharing some of the simple teaching systems that I use in our Martial Arts Classes In Toledo OH, Martial Arts Classes in Sylvania OH, Martial Arts Classes in Ottawa Hills OH and Karate Classes in Bedford Mi.  So check back in subscribe or try our Free Karate Trial Program in Toledo OH, Sylvania Free Karate and Kickboxing Trial and our Free Martial Arts Trial Program in Ottawa Hills OH. 

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Book Bags, Notebook, New Shoes is that all Toledo OH kids need to get ready for Back to School? How about focus, the confidence to avoid negative peer pressure and non-violent strategies to handle bullies? The answer to these issues can be found in the “other school” that you child needs: a martial arts school

Are you looking for the Toledo Martial Arts School that’s right for you, or your child?

We may offer the training and classes you are looking for…

PREMIER MARTIAL ARTS is more than just fitness and fun. Rated as one of America’s Best Martial Arts Schools*, and located here in Toledo, Ohio – PREMIER MARTIAL ARTS offers a variety of specialized classes for both adults and children that may be just what you’re looking for.

We offer instruction in Mixed Martial Arts, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Karate, Self Defense, and Jiu Jitsu by World class Instructors. Classes are challenging, focused, structured and fun, and are designed to bring out the best in you, or your child.

FOR ADULTS we have classes in:

• Muay Thai Kickboxing with World Class Instructors
• Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)
• Karate that builds your Self control and Focus
• Self-Defense builds your Confidence!

Both men and women find our classes exciting and challenging – and you will see yourself getting in tremendous shape!

Click here to see more about our adult classes >Toledo OH Kickboxing & Self defense< or call us at: (419) 842-0311.

FOR CHILDREN ages 4-6 and 7-12:

• Our Instructors teach children Martial Arts Life Skills – Respect, Self-Discipline, & Focus and how to use them at home and in school
• Classes stress positive qualities & Control
• Each child is challenged to achieve their individual best

Click here to see > “Toledo #1 Rated Karate Class” < for kids or call: (419) 842-0311 for class information and schedules.

You are invited to take a Free Trial Class for your child that is:

FUN! EMPOWERING! EDUCATIONAL! EXCITING!

Tour our Toledo Premier Martial Arts School and if you would like, take a Free Trial Class. Our address is 5093 Monroe Street Near the Westfield Mall.

Since 1984, Jeff Gears’ Premiers Martial Arts – in Toledo, Ohio (419) 842-0311 has taught thousands of students and many of the best Black Belts in the Toledo, OH area – that includes Sylvania, Ottawa Hills, Maumee, Perrysburg, and Bedford Michigan communities.

OUR STUDENT CREED 
1. I Will Develop Myself In A Positive Manner
2. I Will Develop Self-Discipline
3. I Will Use Common Sense before Self-Defense
4. We Are A Black Belt Leadership School, We Are Motivated, We Are Dedicated, We Are On A Quest To Be Our Best.

“ON A QUEST TO BE OUR BEST”
Our Little Champions(ages 4-6) and Youth students(ages 7-12), along with our teen and adult students enjoy a fun and professional environment for martial arts, self-defense, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Karate, Tae Kwon Do, JiuJitsu, and MMA training in Toledo, OH. Thousands of students have made us their choice for learning the martial arts – Our students are on a Quest to be their Best!

Read more about our program philosophy here: Martial Arts Toledo, OH Call Us (419)842-0311 for your class times or click here: http://www.toledomartialarts.com/for more information.

Premier Martial Arts
5093 Monroe St
Toledo, OH 43623
(419)842-0311

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Jeff Gears: 

Master Gears is considered one of the nations leading martial arts instructors. He is a 6th degree black belt having earned his Black Belt in 1979. Master Gears is also certified in Escrima, Pressure Sensitive Nerve Areas, and Krav Maga.

During his competitive career he was a national champion accomplishments include two time Diamond Nationals Winner, Multiple winner of the Battle of Atlanta, Grand Champion AKA Grand National and Middleweight champion at the Bermuda International Grand Championships. Master Gears was also a member of the Transworld Oil, SES and Team Paul Mitchell karate teams. Master Gears is also a member of the Ohio Martial Arts Hall of Fame. 

Since retiring from competition Master Gears passion for the martial arts is directed towards teaching his students not only only the martial arts, but also the leadership skills to ensure their success in all areas of their life. 

Master Gears was born, raised and continues to live in Toledo with his wife Dawn and their two children.

For more information see us at http://www.jeffgearsmaa.com