Once upon a time, in the adventurous state of New Hampshire, nestled between the sparkling lakes and towering White Mountains, a group of kids with extraordinary abilities formed an exclusive club. This was no ordinary club, oh no! This was the New Hampshire Judo Jets, a team of super-energetic, super-enthusiastic kids who loved nothing more than to tumble, twirl and toss each other around in the art of Judo. Meet the team's imaginary mascot, Jimbo, the Jovial Judo Jellyfish. Unlike other jellyfish, Jimbo had no need for water. He was a jellyfish with a twist! Flopping around on the mat, he loved showing off his squishy Judo moves, always making the kids belly-laugh and cheer. Even though he was a jellyfish, his Judo skills were as sharp as a hawk's eye. He could throw a perfect "Ippon" while bouncing on his jelly-like tentacles. The New Hampshire Judo Jets were a crazy bunch. Lily had a laugh as loud as a lion's roar every time she made a move. Benny was as bouncy as a kangaroo, flipping and flopping around the mat. And then there was Sam, the smallest Jet, but don't let his size fool you! He could throw a 'Seoi Nage' move that made everyone's eyes pop out. Every week, they met at their secret clubhouse (which was actually their local community center, but don't tell them that). They would learn new moves, play games, and have a blast. They were more than just a Judo team; they were the epitome of friendship, unity, and laughter, spreading joy and Judo skills all over New Hampshire!
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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.
Enrolling your growing child in martial arts classes is a great way to help them develop coordination, physical fitness, mental strength, and social skills. The structured classes are designed to help kids reach their full potential through positive reinforcement and guidance. Allowing your kids to learn self-defense, build confidence, and get in shape will give them the tools they need to succeed in life. Sign up for martial arts classes now to give your child the best chance for a successful future!
Leigh Rossi is a highly-qualified martial arts instructor with a wealth of experience. She holds a 7th Degree Black Belt under Dave Castoldi, a 5th Degree in Small Circle Jujitsu from Professor Wally Jay, a 5th Degree Black Belt from Jujitsu America, a 4th Degree Black Belt and life member of the United States Martial Arts Association, a 5th Degree Black Belt with Kitoshakai International, and a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Judo. Leigh has been studying and teaching the martial arts since 1978, and is a certified Defensive Tactics Instructor and Spontaneous Knife Defense Instructor for law enforcement and security professionals through PPCT (Pressure Point Control Tactics), now known as Human Factors Research Group/Warrior Science Group. With her impressive credentials, Leigh Rossi is an ideal mentor for any aspiring martial artist.