SuperKids Karate Summer Camp

Four 1 Week sessions

• July 5-9
• July 12-16
• August 2-6
• August 9-13

Monday - Friday 9am-3pm

$175 per Session

Call Today to Pre-Register

860-655-8959

Make this the best summer ever with superkids karate summer camp!  There are many benefits to martial arts: increased focus, confidence, improved self-esteem, fitness, and…fun!

Never done Karate? then this is a great way to introduce your children to martial arts. give yourself the free time you need while your children have fun learning the basics of Karate, Judo, Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and kung fu panda stuff that kids love.

Have fun! get exercise! make new friends!  learn leadership and martial arts skills all in a fun filled, safe team building environment.

Parents can come with their kids! call right now to save your spot.

Space is limited. dont wait!

860 233 3000 or 860 655 8959 (Mr.B)

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“SuperKids Academy is unique because we do not sell belt programs like most karate schools do “says Mr. B. “Parents should see right through martial art programs that sell belts, or charge parents extra money for belt testing, or try selling them some special black belt program.”

SuperKids Karate and Jiu Jitsu is part of the Gracie Brazillian Jiu Jitsu family tradition where students are rewarded for their progress and not charged extra money for it.

Jim Hughes, Royce Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and senior Royce Gracie student in New England says, “my kids love the program and my daughter is looking forward to the test of her skill level, Paul is really an amazing coach and instructor and I am looking forward to seeing all the children demonstrate their karate and jiu jitsu technique.” check back often at SuperKids-Karate.com for news.

Paul Bratslavsky, co-creator with Jim Hughes and Royce Gracie MMA, announces the opening of the 2009 afternoon and saturday summer camp. “Assistants, Katie and Janis are eager to help parents give their children a fun, safe, and meaningful summer experience” reports Mr. Bratslavsky.

Judith, a West Hartford parent from last summers martial art camp, said “my kids loved the SuperKids Karate Classes. They learned all kinds of martial arts like Brazilian jiu jitsu, judo, kick boxing, and kung fu. It was really neat because they also learned about gymnastics and tumbling and dance. I liked that I have an extended time on Saturday to get things done and have a coffee with my friends while my kids are at their Karate class. They really had a lot of fun and can’t wait for the new summer program.” More details can be found at superkids-karate.com or by calling 800 260 0981download Glory

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Children’s martial art practice is well documneted as far as benfefits like focus, attention, and self control are considered.if your going to sign your kids up for a program you may as well make sure it has real integrity and is not just some glorified babysitting service.

Jim Hughes and Royce Gracie have the most proven form of self defense in the world. long time dedicated student and teacher, Paul Bratslavsky helped develop the childrens program and is oneof the Northeasts most skilled childrens instructors.

See for yourself. Come on in to west Hartford orEast Wndsor and see what it is all about. Keep in mind, we also teach children in Boston, Agawam, and Danbury.see what teachers and parents are raving about. SuperKids Karate and Jiu Jitsu. Safe, Fun, Self Defense and Lifeskills that work.

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I witnessed a great example of this process when I watched artist Nancy Kramer paint our mural in the school which spans across our whole wall. It is amazing to say the least. Instead of painting the whole mural all at once, Nancy separated her project in to more manageable tasks, and each day she would work on a small piece of the wall, little by little, step by step to complete her project. It was exciting to watch Nancy because it reminded me of the same process that I experienced learning martial arts when I was young. Looking back at Nancy’s mural it is hard to imagine the final project being completed without breaking it up into steps.

As a teacher and student of martial arts, I really believe in what I teach because it has helped me in my life to stay focused and motivated while achieving my goals, as well as provide me with great benefits that I enjoy sharing with my students and their families.

Paul Bratslavsky

Paul: “Thanks Dave. It’s a pleasure to be here.”

Dave: “Well Paul, we know you’re a jiu jitsu coach and kid’s martial arts teacher. What role does college play in your life?”

Paul: “I believe that college is very important, not only for short-term career goals, but also for the educational process that it teaches
us.”

Dave: “I know a lot of us are wondering: how can a college kid
make time to train for the MMA Challenge while still making it to classes and keeping up with a busy party. . . ahem, social schedule?”

Paul: “When I was growing up, my parents made sure to keep me busy. When I was in school I played football, attended my martial arts
classes three times a week, and still had time to do my homework. All while staying out of trouble (*laughs*). College kids find time to do the things that are important to them, and training in MMA is one pursuit that’s actually worth the effort.”

Dave: “What made you decide to be part of the “Live the Legend
MMA Challenge?”

Paul “I have been teaching martial arts for over 5 years, and I get a sense that a lot of my students see me as only a teacher. I want to
show them that even I am really still a student. I am always looking
for new and exciting challenges in my life. I am really happy for this
opportunity to be part of something exciting and learn from my
experience. Plus I want to have a chance to be on TV, of course.”

Dave: “What expectations do you have for this show and do you feel nervous?”

Mr. B “I know that this is going to be a lot of fun, and I am
looking forward to giving it my best. As for being nervous, I believe that it is only natural to feel that way when we try something new, and
this is the part of the challenge that appeals to me most. I remember
when I first started teaching martial arts that I was very shy and really
not that good at it. After just getting out there and giving my best
and just doing it, I improved greatly. Today when I tell people this
they have a very hard time believing me, but success is all about
practice, not giving up, and just going for it.”

Dave: “Before we go is there anything else that you would like to say
to anyone out there who might be watching?”

Paul: “I would just like to thank my family, and my Jiu Jitsu family
for their encouragement and support as well as my students.”

Dave: “Paul, thank you again for your time and good luck!”

Paul: “Thanks Dave.”

It involves a truck that got stuck while driving through tunnel. Firefighters and tow truck drivers were on the scene, and everybody had their own way of trying to get the truck out. Some suggested forcing the truck through the tunnel by pushing it out from behind, while others insisted that it be pulled out backwards through the entrance. Well, they all tried and tried and kept on trying. Nothing was working. The truck was wedged in too hard between the ground and the tunnels ceiling. There was a boy observing the situation from the side with his parents. He just kept smiling while everybody struggled to get the truck out of the tunnel. After a while he turned to his mother and inquired, I wonder how come they dont let the air out of the tires to make the truck smaller.

Every time I teach a childrens class I notice how creative and vibrant all of my students are, and realize that as their teacher I need to be able to create the type of environment that will engage their imaginations in a fun and safe way. In both my practice and my teaching, martial arts have always been a creative outlet. Practicing martial arts offers children a way to express their creativity, and gives them the confidence to feel comfortable doing it.

Mr. B

Approximately 30 members of Jim Hughes and Royce Gracie Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Schools of Self Defense were on hand to help the Hartford SWAT Team learn “less than lethal” restraint strategy.

Royce Gracie Jiu Jitsu is known for its effective self defense and fighting strategy. It was initially popularized by Royce Gracie in the first Ultimate Fighting Championship. Over 10 years later, the initial debut of Gracie Jiu Jitsu has become a worldwide phenomena and the UFC has become one of many venues highlighting what is now a new sport in its own right, Mixed Martial Arts or MMA. While the media hype is centered on the fight venues such as ION TV’s BoDogFights and Spike TV’s Ultimate Fighter, there are some who remain focused on the original purpose of jiu jitsu or jujutsu as it is sometimes spelled. Jim Hughes, Royce Gracie’s representative in New England is one of those diehards. “Hey, I do this because it is fun, and because my regular job involves running programs that monitor dangerous criminals, self defense is the reason we do what we do here.”

The Hartford SWAT Team apparently values these ideas as well. They recently attended a training session at Jim Hughes and Royce Gracie’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu School in West Hartford CT, the center of activity for Legendary Champion Royce Gracie in New England with locations in Boston MA, Newton MA, Agawam MA, Danbury CT, Southington CT, New Haven CT, Norwich CT, Glastonbury CT, UCONN/STORRS CT, Manchester CT, and Puerto Rico.

Lt. Rodriguez organized the event and said this about it, “The SWAT Team is running in when everyone else is running away our guys really enjoyed this training and appreciate the help.” Lt. Rodriguez is also the co-founder with retired Captain Robert O’Connell of the Hartford Police Dignitary Protection School. They have trained representatives from all over the country representing many different levels of law enforcement and many different agencies. Regarding the Royce Gracie Team, Lt. Rodriguez explains “they are always here for us and their piece of the Dignitary Protection School is always highly rated by the participants.”

Tony Butler, Royce Gracie BJJ Coach, former Army Officer, decorated war veteran and co founder of the Combatives Institute was on hand assisting with the training,” they picked up our technique quickly and were very sharp and on the ball.” To the Hartford SWAT Teams credit, they are investing time in learning how to subdue and detain a dangerous suspect using less than lethal means says Josh Randorf, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu coach in the Royce Gracie organization in Southington CT. “I really enjoy helping the police says, Jim Harpe, Agawam BJJ and MMA coach, they are out there helping us” and, “it is nice to give a little back” adds New Haven Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Self Defense coach Brad Wolfson. Perry Siegel, strength and condition coach, and health and wellness consultant with OasisForWellness.com was impressed with the SWAT Teams size and strength, “obviously, they have been training,” Paul Bratslavsky, a Hartford and Boston Children’s Karate teacher, BJJ coach, and exercise program manager for people with medical problems agrees “ the SWAT Team is an impressive bunch of community service professionals!”

West Hartford Super Kids Karate (SuperKids-Karate.com) and Jiu Jitsu Assistant Instructor William “Billy” Pola has achieved his dream of going to Wheelock College in Boston to pursue a career in social work. He leaves In the Fall of 2007, and Superkids-Karate West Hartford will greatly miss him.

SuperKids-Karate Assistant Instructor Billy Pola, Tae Kwon Do high red belt and Jiu-Jitsu Blue belt, has always wanted to receive his higher education from Wheelock College located in Boston. Wheelock was a perfect fit for Billy because it is one of the best schools in the nation for social work. Billy has wanted to be a social worker from the time he was a wee Superkid. Paul “Mr.” Bratslavsky says,” Billy’s extreme dedication and Diligence makes him a great martial artist, but it is his kind heart, compassion, and gentle nature that will make him a great social worker”. Billy loves working with children, which is why when he was offered the assistant instructors position at Superkids-Karate West Hartford he jumped at the chance. “What could prepare me better for a career in social work better than SuperKids Karate,” Billy says, “The discipline I learned from SuperKids, and the skills I have acquired from working with the children is the best experience I could have asked for.” We are all going to be sad to see Billy leave SuperKids Karate West Hartford CT come the fall, but we are excited for the addition of such a promising young man to the field of social working.

Paul Bratslavsky, Mr. B to his students, is a skilled Tae Kwon Do and Brazilian Jiu-jitsu practitioner but what most people don’t know is that Mr.B was making a great living as a mason prior to joining the superkids-karate team. Paul’s business took him throughout Connecticut and New England including Southington, Glastonbury, New Haven, Agawam Mass, and Danbury. But luckily for us here at SuperKids West Hartford CT the draw of teaching children’s martial arts was too much. Mr. B leave the world of masonry over 7 years ago and dedicate his entire heart and soul to helping others. He can be found teaching superkids-karate in West Hartford and Boston! Not only that but Paul’s ambitious spirit has him teaching a cardio class, and starting a new Business venture called Oasis For Wellness (oasisforwellness.com) a healthcare organization that helps people who have chronic pain and illness live better longer. Here in West Hartford we don’t know how Mr. B can manage it all, but we’re sure happy he can! Jim Hughes, Mr.B’s fellow Jiu-jitsu coach and business partner in Oasis for Wellness says, “Paul is a amazing, he is constantly training, planning, and working, he is an awesome asset to the parents and children in the SuperKids program! The parents and Kids all agree that they appreciate Mr. B’s help.