JIU JITSU, MENTAL HEALTH AND OUR YOUTH Mental health in youth is at a crisis level. Bullying, anxiety, depression, and suicide are on the rise. Reports show that 160,000 students are missing school EVERY DAY due to fear of being bullied. 85% of bullied children have no intervention and are forced to deal with the bullying by themselves. Our mission at E3 Scholarship Fund is simple: build resilience in youth through sports and education. E3 Sports Facility helps build confidence and strength with our programs that are specially tailored for children and teens. Our core program is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Martial arts have long been recognized for building character and discipline. Jiu-jitsu has added bonuses: Reason #1: Practical. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is a practical form of self-defense focused on escapes and holds. No kicking or striking means less likelihood of brain injury. Children who are being bullied will learn to hold and control their attacker until an adult can be summoned. A smaller child armed with jiu-jitsu techniques can easily hold their own with a larger, stronger classmate. Reason #2: Engages the brain. Jiu-jitsu is a game of physical chess, where you are always calculating your next move in response to your opponent. Reason #3: Builds interpersonal communication skills. No phones or earbuds, kids are interacting with the coach and each other, playing games and learning new physical skills. Reason #4: Discipline. Kids come to classes consistently to learn weekly techniques and prepare for advancement and competition, earning stripes towards belt advancements. Reason #5: Making new friends. Having a friend and network of support can mean the difference between life and death. Knowing you have a team of like-minded people on your side provides a great sense of security and confidence.Shy, introverted people have found a sense of calm and place to belong. Reason #6: Helps with mental health: physical contact with other people, sense of belonging, goal setting and sense of accomplishment, confidence from learning and executing new skills. Source: https://www.e3sf.org/6-ways-brazilian-jiu-jitsu-can-help-your-child-teenage-overcome-mental-health-issues/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIrZaUsfSN8wIVC8GGCh1faQCiEAAYASAAEgLYRfD_BwE
Amazing teachers who are very knowledgeable about the arts they teach! Super friendly and fun learning environment where you can come to better yourself no matter what age you are! I would 11/10 recommend this school to anybody in the Greenwood area who is looking for a good martial arts experience!!
Great school, a welcoming environment, and the Instructors are high level and good at their craft. Highly recommended if you’re in the area.
Great jiu jitsu and people, instructor Alex Miller is an amazing teacher, no way you’ll leave without learning something effective. They also have an insanely amazing ginger white belt.