Nick Drossos Defensive Tactics

Absolutely! My Bully Proof program is inclusive. Any child becomes a target for bullying when they are both unprepared and unaware.  I often incorporate unique scenarios for boys or girls, but the intelligence and competence to stay safe is the pinnacle goal. My mantra for everyone will always be to train practical applications, indicative of being sharp, quick - prepared. 

Generally, I accept children into my junior self-defense program between the ages of 8-16.  It's significant to note; my program's age-appropriate training exercises indicate thoughtful and meticulous designed practices.  I teach definitive defense strategies that are safe and effective, analogous to a child's emotional development and physical capacities. For instance, the older the child, the more advanced the strategies will be and, subsequently, further challenging.   I highly encourage parents also to trust their instincts and consider their respective children. Analyzing whether they can understand the dominant elements of danger and threat is a smart start.  That said, it's never too early to teach your children the fundamentals of personal safety skills, so when they enter a defensive program, they will feel more empowered and prepared. Receiving consistent safety messages is critical. 

My specialized program instills copious benefits for children, most notably, heightened confidence and self-discipline - vital skills that will affect many aspects of their lives.  They also discover morality concepts, distinguishing right and wrong in others and themselves - essentially a key focus of self-defense.  Children will learn to be accountable and take full responsibility for their actions; this training from a young age is truly fundamental for a productive and positive life. 

The drills and exercises utilized in my program for children have a colossal impact on their overall muscle growth capacity.  Children will also benefit from enhanced coordination, agility, flexibility, balance, speed, and reactive power. 

Yes!  Bully Proof includes a 30-minute information session with expert behavioural psychologist Christine Theophilos! Author, university lecturer, renowned speaker, and educational consultant on bullying prevention. I am elated about this exciting collaboration. Her compelling role is to empower youth to stand up for themselves using their voice, body language, and self-defense tactics. She also offers critical advice; life-saving tools for parents and educators to aid bullied teens and children.  Theophilos is an honoured scholar with a master's degree from Mcgill University in Educational and Counselling Psychology; her training for educators and health professionals extends across Canada and nationwide. To discover more, please visit www. the glory of education.com.  Her influential book has become a prominent recommendation, "Preventing Bullying: A Manual for Teachers on Promoting Global Education Harmony," found on https://www.amazon.com/Preventing-Bullying-Teachers-Promoting-Educational-ebook/dp/B08JSN6Q2G.

Yes!  As parents, we instinctively teach children daily to stand up for themselves - most often by encouraging them to use their words and their voice. Participating with them in my Bully Proof program could become an extraordinary experience and the ideal progressive step in empowering them for safety.  Kids will most often feel relaxed and more inclined to open up and communicate honestly, as they have a trusted parent to help them handle their fears along the way. Additionally, the bond which ensues will spawn respect and consideration for one another's feelings, thoughts, and even behaviours. It's a superb way to spend quality time with your child - outside of a hectic schedule.

I recommend defensive training 2-3 times per week.  Bully Proof sessions will last between 15-30 minutes. It’s a segment of time that reaps numerous rewards for a developing child and is potentially life-saving.  Committing to a self-defense program for your child should be a stable and valued decision. Perceiving the merit of this type of training is indispensable, as the benefits are not only seemingly unlimited, but enduring. 

No. My Bully Proof program does not necessitate any equipment, although if you would like to incorporate apparatus into your child’s training - feel free!  BOB (Body Opponent Bag) could be valuable for defense training, and a punching bag is beneficial in developing striking power and punching techniques. Rope or tape for footwork may be an asset as well. Take note, youth size apparatus is widely available. It’s imperative to stress that any equipment requires formal training to instil proper and safe techniques.

Living with ADHD myself since childhood, this question holds virtue.  According to the CDC, more than 6.4 million children in the United States, between 4 and 17 have ADHD. Although staying focused creates significant challenges, complex physical activity bolsters neural networks in the brain.  My program consists of integrating mixed practices and styles, along with Krav Maga and substantial reality-based techniques. The martial arts discipline highlights connections between the mind and body, expanding problem-solving skills, patience, and perseverance.  The key takeaway for your child will be increased focus, self-control, and respect - enhancing their overall happiness and well-being.