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.
Off The Mat
EP 38: Top 22 Coaching Tips for Parents of Athletes & Martial Artists
If your kid is in sports or martial arts this is the episode you didn’t know you needed.
In this episode of Off the Mat, I'll share the 22 hard truths every parent needs to hear if they want to raise strong, focused, confident kids.
These aren’t soft tips. These are real, practical lessons pulled from decades of coaching, parenting, and leadership so you can support your athlete without getting in their way.
Whether your child is a white belt or an elite athlete, this list will challenge you to grow with them.
Topics include:
- Why “being late” actually hurts your child’s progress
- Why you shouldn’t pack their gear at 12 years old
- What to say (and NOT say) after a tough class or game
- Why comparing your kid to others is killing their confidence
Listen, reflect, and maybe squirm a little. Then hit subscribe—we’ve got more coming.
— Josh Dumoulin
Coach | Host of Off the Mat
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