Written by: Michelle Cassady
I often hear from parents, but it’s just not working. What is not working? The discipline we focus on in classes. It’s not working at home. Consistency is key and you must be consistent with discipline.
At the Royce Gracie Academy of Macomb, we teach more than punches, kicks, and grappling techniques. Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is a lifestyle, one that thrives on discipline, respect, and consistency. But here’s the truth: if you don’t carry the discipline you learn in class into your home and daily life, the true benefits of jiu-jitsu will never fully take root.
When you step into a Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu class, you learn skills like focus, self-control, and perseverance. These principles are what make jiu-jitsu such a transformative practice, but they’re not meant to stay confined to the mat. Discipline is a muscle that needs to be exercised constantly, at home, in school, and even at work.
When students bring the values of martial arts home, it can positively impact every aspect of their lives. For kids, it might mean taking responsibility for their chores or completing homework without being reminded. For adults, it could mean sticking to a healthy routine, showing patience in stressful situations, or being consistent in personal goals.
On the flip side, if discipline is only practiced in class, it becomes temporary, a performance rather than a mindset. True growth happens when the lessons taught in class are embraced as a way of life.
We focus on building stronger families.
One of the greatest rewards of teaching Royce Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is seeing families grow stronger together. When kids and parents alike practice discipline and respect outside of class, it creates a ripple effect at home. A child who takes the initiative to clean their room or shows respect toward siblings isn’t just practicing discipline, they’re strengthening family bonds.
Are you a parent that is unsure how to reinforce what we teach? No problem, we got you!
• Set Clear Expectations: Just like in class, have clear rules and boundaries at home.
• Lead by Example: Parents, your kids watch everything you do. Show them what discipline looks like by staying consistent with your own commitments.
• Celebrate Wins: Whether it’s a completed chore or staying calm during a disagreement, recognize when discipline is practiced.
• Stay Consistent: Discipline isn’t about perfection, it’s about persistence. Keep encouraging the values learned in class, even when it feels challenging.
It’s not just about mastering techniques; it’s about mastering your mindset. When you live out the discipline you learn in class, it becomes part of who you are, and that’s when the real transformation begins.
It’s a way of life. If you don’t carry the discipline we teach in class into your home and everyday life, it simply won’t work. But if you do, it has the power to change your life, and your family’s life, for the better.
