Talk about an action packed night for two of my guys! Chris and I decided awhile back that if childrens classes were ever started for jiu jitsu we would enroll Super right away. We are so sold on Brazilian jiu jitsu that there is no way we could ever settle for a karate class! I really cant say enough good things about the sport itself. Not only do I feel its truly a superior form of martial arts but the level of discipline, dedication, and respect it teaches are invaluable for young children. Starting Kal-El at an early age worried me a little because I was concerned he may have a hard time grasping some of it. His first class was Monday night. One of Chris's teachers and friend is also the children's teacher. Chris did the first class with Kal-El. It took him about 15 mins to get used to the idea and then I could see the excitement spread across his little face. He is the youngest one in the class and the second smallest. Thats saying alot bc Kal-El is a big kid (whew thanks again Chris lol) his still in the 95th percentile for height. Not that size matters with BJJ...at all. I should prob take it myself before everyone in this house becomes a dang ninja LOL! Super only lost focus a couple of times and when I tapped on the class for him to turn around he mean mugged me...of course lol! He is so independent. Classes are two nights a week...Mondays and Tuesdays. He is already asking to go more. I love the setup because even though you sit on the outside you can watch the entire class! I'm thrilled that he loves it. Chris and I are huge believers in not pushing something on a child if its not something they want to do but he loves it and now he and his daddy can do it together!
After the childrens class we all stayed behind to watch Chris. I dont think I'll let Super watch Chris spar in his other training classes. I dont want him to get confused and ever think he can throw a punch thats another reason Im happy that their jiu jitsu classes are the same night so Kal-El can watch and enjoy his daddy!
This first class was also special for another reason. We got to see Chris receive his blue belt. Makes me a little misty eyed. He really deserved it! It was actually long overdue. He's had to miss the seminars where they are usually officially handed out due to work. I was glad I was there to see it! He has been training for 3 years now and in official BBJ classes less than that so he has moved up the ranks in remarkable time. I know it will be just a matter of time before he changes colors again. Even when he no longer does MMA I know he will always do BJJ. Speaking of fighting not sure he'll ever get one now that hes a blue belt he had a hard enough time before!
Nothing is more adorable to me than watching my little one and my husband share a sport they love. I also cant put into words how much I adore being a mom to boys. I'm sure little ladies are positively fantastic but I dont think I could deal with pageants and cheering. I love the energy that little boys put out. Proud of both my babies and can't wait for class next week! I promise to charge my camera and take better pictures :)
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