My son has recently started here. The cost was a big factor of my concern and I was feeling quite negative at the thought of him starting martial arts, he is a gentle soul and I feared he'd struggle. He pleaded with me wanting to try problem solving in a different way (he has mastered every Rubix cube and loves chess), so I gave in. Well, have to say, I am blown away by this place. Igor is the most incredible and encouraging coach and my son is soo excited to go to every session to learn a "new piece of the puzzle". It is worth every penny to see his confidence boom.
My son went in on his first session and was encouraged, shown moves and looked after by all the children. I was shocked at just how supportive, kind, yet competitive they all were.
The classes are soo amazingly structured. Even on his first session, my son didn't look out of place, they learn moves, practice them, then spar at the end.
Abbie is always on hand to answer every email or concern in an instant, the whole place runs soo well, such a family and strong community vibe.
Personally, I would watch my son and wondered what on earth he found soo exhilarating about rolling around a floor...feet..sweat..close contact...it all repulsed me...but alas...I was encouraged by him to try out BJJ....and honestly, it is the best sport I have ever done 😂 I was genuinely adamant I'd hate it, but came out of my class feeling on cloud 9 (albeit beetroot, aching and wondering if I was going through a mid-life crisis).
Same structure, learn a move, practice, spar. With Igor and other coaches on hand to somehow encourage you to stand up, show you moves and make you last the whole session.
So to conclude...I was the most anti martial arts mum. But Ignite will be the best decision you make, the best trainers and community, but also, I really do implore you try out, both adult and child. I am nearly 40 and my son 10, it's definitely not to late to start and they offer a free trial session and great starting packs!
It isn't about brute strength, it is problem solving and learning whilst having great fun, with the luxury of burning a lot of calories and working every muscle.
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