Off The Mat

Welcome to Off The Mat, where we're dedicated to helping parents and athletes of all ages achieve their full potential in sports, particularly martial arts. Whether you're a parent looking to help your child improve their martial arts performance, or an adult looking to get more motivated and become a better version of yourself in martial arts, we've got you covered. Our goal is to provide you with valuable insights and practical tips on how to improve your mindset, training, and overall approach to martial arts. We'll also be sharing inspiring stories of martial artists who have overcome obstacles and achieved great success, discuss about different types of martial arts competitions, their rules and how to prepare for them. So join us on our journey to help you and your loved ones achieve greatness in martial arts, and become the best versions of yourselves. Thank you for being here.

Host

Nicole Stratychuk

Nicole Stratychuk, a respected Martial Arts Instructor and mother of two boys, discovered her love for martial arts at a young age. She excelled in the sport and earned numerous achievements throughout her competitive career. Nicole's passion for teaching grew as she developed a deep love for sharing her knowledge and experience with others. She and Josh Dumoulin own and operate Champion Taekwon-Do, providing high-quality instruction to students of all ages and skill levels. Nicole's challenging and encouraging teaching style fosters a supportive and positive learning environment, instilling values such as discipline, respect, and perseverance. As a mother, she hopes to instil the same values in her boys and support other parents to do the same. Nicole's dedication to her students and commitment to her family and community make her an inspiration to all who know her, living a life of purpose and meaning, inspiring others to be Champions in all areas of life.