Off The Mat

• EP 49: Learning to Lose: Helping Kids Build Confidence Through Failure

  Send us a textJoin our FREE Online School Community: https://www.skool.com/off-the-mat-2701/about?ref=8abd7605a9694f68bcb79a2d393c903aWhat if losing is the skill your child needs most? In this video, we dig into martial arts mindset, resilience, and how learning to lose actually builds confidence that lasts a lifetime. If your child struggles after tough sparring matches or setbacks, this one’s for you.👉 What you’ll learn:• Why losing builds resilience, grit, and perspective• How to talk to your child after a hard match• What not to say when emotions run high• The questions that help kids take ownership• How athletes bounce back stronger after failure🎥 Watch next: Martial Arts Mindset and Confidence → https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNG9pziJ_TmsBwBNbodowNFbT_XOouiUj&si=g944N1Wk31VALgQY=============================📱 Subscribe to Off the Mat Podcast HERE:Apple → https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/off-the-mat/id1672160372Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/17JWPk4LPRAyiXkyPWxHrD?si=k6WRAq-xRuWIrptEdJNRtwAmazon → https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5eb5541a-ddf9-48b8-870e-eaace60ff7c8/off-the-matGoogle → https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTEyODg1LnJzcw=============================⏱️ Timecodes00:00 Why losing matters00:20 Parents wanting to protect00:45 Growth through challenge01:05 Let kids feel the loss01:30 Ask questions, not answers01:55 Recovering builds confidence02:10 Feedback and small goals02:35 Stories of young athletes02:55 Free community invite=============================📌 About Off The Mat PodcastWe help parents and martial artists raise strong kids through martial arts and mindset. Our mission is to share lessons on confidence, discipline, and character that last a lifetime — on and off the mats.👉 Subscribe now and join our community of parents, athletes, and coaches building stronger kids through martial arts.STAY CONNECTED WITH USWebsite → https://www.championtkd.caJosh’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/Nicole’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/Email → [email protected] CONNECTED WITH USWebsite | www.championtkd.caJosh's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/Nicole's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/Email | [email protected] WANT A ICE BATH FOR HOME?Website | www.nurecover.comUse COUPON CODE | JOSH66116

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• EP 48: Why Most Athletes Stay Average (and How to Fix It)

  Send us a textJoin our FREE Skool community: https://www.skool.com/off-the-mat-2701/about?ref=8abd7605a9694f68bcb79a2d393c903aEvery athlete wants to be great… but very few are willing to feel uncomfortable long enough to actually get there. In this video, Josh breaks down the mindset shift that separates average athletes from high performers — and how parents can coach their kids to lean into discomfort instead of running from it.👉 Don’t miss out — Subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly videos on martial arts, parenting, and raising strong kids: https://www.youtube.com/@offthematpodcast👉 What you’ll learn:• Why comfort is the biggest trap in training• The mindset elite athletes use to chase discomfort• How to reframe hard drills and tough feedback• Simple ways parents can help kids push through challenge• The real reason tolerance, not talent, builds champions🎥 Watch next: Martial Arts Mindset and Confidence → https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNG9pziJ_TmsBwBNbodowNFbT_XOouiUj&si=g944N1Wk31VALgQY=============================📱 Subscribe to Off the Mat Podcast HERE:Apple → https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/off-the-mat/id1672160372Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/17JWPk4LPRAyiXkyPWxHrD?si=k6WRAq-xRuWIrptEdJNRtwGoogle → https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTEyODg1LnJzcw⏱️ Timecodes00:00 Comfort vs growth mindset00:36 The gap between talent and challenge01:20 Why discomfort is the entry fee02:00 Hard drills and chasing the burn02:48 Choosing tougher partners03:20 Asking for honest feedback04:10 Tolerance builds champions04:40 Challenge for parents and athletes05:18 Join the free community=============================📌 About Off The Mat PodcastWe help parents and martial artists raise strong kids through martial arts and mindset. Our mission is to share lessons on confidence, discipline, and character that last a lifetime—on and off the mats.👉 Subscribe now and join our community of parents, athletes, and coaches building stronger kids through martial arts.STAY CONNECTED WITH USWebsite → https://www.championtkd.caJosh’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/Nicole’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/Email → [email protected] CONNECTED WITH USWebsite | www.championtkd.caJosh's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/Nicole's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/Email | [email protected] WANT A ICE BATH FOR HOME?Website | www.nurecover.comUse COUPON CODE | JOSH66116

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• EP 47: How To Improve Your Child’s Focus Before Martial Arts Class

  Send us a text🎯 Join our FREE Skool Community → https://www.skool.com/off-the-mat-2701/about?ref=8abd7605a9694f68bcb79a2d393c903aParents say their kids can’t focus or get motivated for martial arts class... but it’s not about discipline—it’s about preparation. This one-hour tweak before training builds focus, confidence, and connection.👉 Don’t miss out — Subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly videos on martial arts, parenting, and raising strong kids: https://www.youtube.com/@offthematpodcast👉 What you’ll learn:• The hidden cost of screen time before class• A simple one-hour ritual that builds focus and calm• How to turn pre-class time into bonding time• Why unplugging sharpens both body and mind• The secret to helping kids love training again🎥 Watch next: For Parents: Raising Strong Kids in Martial Arts → https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNG9pziJ_TmtPAIOJr9RLanf-ALPJ_Wrr&si=mQIhTB2roAbrp3nF=============================📱 Subscribe to Off the Mat Podcast HERE:Apple → https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/off-the-mat/id1672160372Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/17JWPk4LPRAyiXkyPWxHrD?si=k6WRAq-xRuWIrptEdJNRtwAmazon → https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5eb5541a-ddf9-48b8-870e-eaace60ff7c8/off-the-matGoogle → https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTEyODg1LnJzcw⏱️ Timecodes00:00 The Focus Problem Most Parents Miss00:25 The One-Hour Rule Before Class00:55 Why Screens Kill Focus and Energy01:30 The Power of Preparation02:00 How to Connect Before Training02:25 The Secret to Sharper Martial Arts Focus=============================📌 About Off The Mat PodcastWe help parents and martial artists raise strong kids through martial arts and mindset. Our mission is to share lessons on confidence, discipline, and character that last a lifetime—on and off the mats.👉 Subscribe now and join our community of parents, athletes, and coaches building stronger kids through martial arts.STAY CONNECTED WITH USWebsite → https://www.championtkd.caJosh’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/Nicole’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/Email → [email protected] CONNECTED WITH USWebsite | www.championtkd.caJosh's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/Nicole's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/Email | [email protected] WANT A ICE BATH FOR HOME?Website | www.nurecover.comUse COUPON CODE | JOSH66116

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• EP 46: 5 Ways to Get Your Kid to Class Without the Fight

  Send us a textJoin our FREE Skool Community dedicated to helping parents with kids in Martial Arts: https://www.skool.com/off-the-mat-2701/about?ref=8abd7605a9694f68bcb79a2d393c903aGetting your kid to martial arts shouldn’t feel like a daily battle. In this video I give 5 real parent tips (schedule, mindset, rituals, language, encouragement) to help you build consistency, reduce whining, and protect their love for training. This is all about martial arts mindset, confidence, and routine… without the power struggle.👉 Don’t miss out — Subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly videos on martial arts, parenting, and raising strong kids: https://www.youtube.com/@offthematpodcast👉 What you’ll learn: • How to build a consistent training schedule so class stops feeling optional • The “snack and pack” system I use so we’re not scrambling and hangry in the car • A simple language shift that makes class feel like a privilege, not a chore • Why a pre-class ritual (not video games) can flip their mood fast • How to use encouragement instead of pressure to get them out the door • What to do if your child “doesn’t feel like going” but you know they love it🎥 Watch next: For Parents: Raising Strong Kids in Martial Arts → https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNG9pziJ_TmtPAIOJr9RLanf-ALPJ_Wrr&si=mQIhTB2roAbrp3nF============================= 📱 Subscribe to Off the Mat Podcast HERE: Apple → https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/off-the-mat/id1672160372 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/17JWPk4LPRAyiXkyPWxHrD?si=k6WRAq-xRuWIrptEdJNRtw Google → https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTEyODg1LnJzcw⏱️ Timecodes 00:00 The daily battle to get them to class 01:39 Tip 1: Set the schedule (and stick to it) 03:03 Tip 2: Be prepared (snacks & gear ready) 04:11 Tip 3: Change the language you use 05:52 Tip 4: Create a pre-class ritual 07:36 Tip 5: Use encouragement, not pressure 08:46 Start with one win, build consistency 10:17 Your invite to our private parent community============================= 📌 About Off The Mat Podcast We help parents and martial artists raise strong kids through martial arts and mindset. Our mission is to share lessons on confidence, discipline, and character that last a lifetime — on and off the mats.STAY CONNECTED WITH US Website → https://www.championtkd.caJosh’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/Nicole’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/Email → [email protected] CONNECTED WITH USWebsite | www.championtkd.caJosh's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/Nicole's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/Email | [email protected] WANT A ICE BATH FOR HOME?Website | www.nurecover.comUse COUPON CODE | JOSH66116

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• EP 45: Martial Arts Mindset: Turn Your Child’s Inner Critic Into a Coach

  Send us a textYour child’s inner critic is loud. Let’s train it to coach, not crush. In this episode we share five practical tools parents can use to help kids 6–12 build confidence in sparring and class with a strong martial arts mindset… starting today.👉 Don’t miss out — Subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly videos on martial arts, parenting, and raising strong kids: https://www.youtube.com/@offthematpodcast👉 What you’ll learn:• How to help your child “name the dragon” and lower its threat• Simple if then plans kids can use when they get flustered• Tiny wins ledgers that build real confidence, not hype• A pregame script and postgame debrief any parent can run• The single word that flips negative self talk into growth: yet• How to stop the comparison trap and focus on their path🎥 Watch next: Martial Arts Mindset and Confidence → https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNG9pziJ_TmsBwBNbodowNFbT_XOouiUj&si=g944N1Wk31VALgQY=============================📱 Subscribe to Off the Mat Podcast HERE:Apple → https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/off-the-mat/id1672160372Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/17JWPk4LPRAyiXkyPWxHrD?si=k6WRAq-xRuWIrptEdJNRtwAmazon → https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5eb5541a-ddf9-48b8-870e-eaace60ff7c8/off-the-matGoogle → https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTEyODg1LnJzcw⏱️ Timecodes00:00 Why the inner critic hurts kids01:19 Tip 1: Name the dragon05:40 Tip 2: Create an if then plan08:14 Tip 3: Tiny wins ledger10:12 Tip 4: Pregame script + debrief18:16 Tip 5: Add “yet” to self talk21:30 Question the dragon, stop comparisons24:00 Parent coaching cues that help26:33 Blueprint CTA + outro📌 About Off The Mat PodcastWe help parents and martial artists raise strong kids through martial arts and mindset. Our mission is to share lessons on confidence, discipline, and character that last a lifetime… on and off the mats.👉 Subscribe now and join our community of parents, athletes, and coaches building stronger kids through martial arts.STAY CONNECTED WITH USWebsite → https://www.championtkd.caJosh’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/Nicole’s Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/Email → [email protected]💥 Want our at home Training Matrix? Comment “blueprint” and we’ll send you the Victory Blueprint.STAY CONNECTED WITH USWebsite | www.championtkd.caJosh's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/Nicole's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/Email | [email protected] WANT A ICE BATH FOR HOME?Website | www.nurecover.comUse COUPON CODE | JOSH66116

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