Deep in the evergreen forests of Maine, where lobsters roam free and moose play hide-and-seek, a special group of kids are mastering the ancient art of Jiu Jitsu. They're not ordinary kids; they're the Wild Blueberry Jitsu Juggernauts, led by their coach, the legendary Lobster Larry. Larry, a six-foot-tall, blue-eyed lobster, is a black belt in Jiu Jitsu and known for his crab-like pin and lobster claw choke. Every day, after school, these kids ditch their backpacks, shrug off their parkas, and squeeze into their Jiu Jitsu gis. From the bustling city of Portland to the sleepy town of Bar Harbor, each kid brings their unique "Maine" spirit to the mat. Some are as swift and silent as the foxes in the Acadia National Park, while others are as tough and sturdy as the state's famous lighthouses. They don't train in a regular dojo, oh no, they train in the coziest Moose Lodge. Filled with the smell of pine and the sounds of the forest, the kids grapple and roll, tumble and laugh. They learn discipline, respect, and how to disarm a moose with just their bare hands (just kidding, they never really fight the moose, but they do share blueberries with them sometimes). Determined and robust, these Maine kids are a reflection of their state. They face training like a harsh Maine winter, head-on and fearless. They may look like regular kids, but underneath the surface, they're as strong and resilient as the state's iconic pine trees. These are the Wild Blueberry Jitsu Juggernauts – the coolest, funniest, and most lobster-loving Jiu Jitsu kids in all of Maine!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
At Stonecoast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, we believe in the value of martial arts for the development of young minds. Our ‘Kids Only’ martial arts program starts children as young as 4 years old on a path to health and personal growth. We focus on creating a sense of community, family, and belonging where each class provides stepping stones towards individual goals in fitness and personal growth. Our instructors teach children the techniques and strategies of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, equipping them with the tools to take on opponents of any size. Our unique program is designed to help children grow, learn, and put new knowledge into practice. With Stonecoast Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, your child will become a champion in life.