Rodjitsu Martial Arts Academy

09/08/2026

Responsibility is an important skill that children develop through practice—not just instruction.

Giving kids age-appropriate jobs, allowing them to make choices, teaching them to follow through, and helping them learn from mistakes can build confidence, independence, and accountability.

This article shares 34 fun activities families can use to help children practice responsibility at home and in their community. Check it out and choose one to try together!

https://veryspecialtales.com/responsibility-activities-for-kids/

Responsibility activities for kids: Fun activities to teach kids to be responsible/ Personal, social, and environmental responsibility activities

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from all of us at Rodjitsu!

We hope our students and families enjoy a well-earned day of rest, fun, and quality time with the people who matter most. We’re grateful to have each of you as part of the Rodjitsu family!

09/07/2026

🚤🥋 WHAT’S UP MONDAY — BOAT EDITION!

Coach Rodney is checking in from the water this Labor Day! 🇺🇸

Rodjitsu Academy is CLOSED TODAY, but enjoy that last day off because WE’RE BACK ON THE MATS TOMORROW! 🔥

September training:

🥋 KIDS: Bottom Guard
💪 ADULTS: Side Control + Half Guard

New month. New techniques. Same goal — KEEP GETTING BETTER.

Enjoy your Labor Day, Rodjitsu family. We’ll see everybody tomorrow! 👊

09/04/2026

🥋🏆 PROMOTIONS DAY AT RODJITSU ACADEMY! 🏆🥋

What an incredible day for our kids program! We had nearly 50 students on the mats for promotions, and we couldn’t be more proud of the work these kids have been putting in.

Promotions aren’t just about a new stripe or belt. They represent the hours of training, hard work, consistency, discipline, and growth that happen when nobody is handing out awards. 💪

We also got to recognize our Champions Program and the students who stepped up for our high-intensity summer training. These kids chose to challenge themselves, put in the extra work, and it showed! 🔥

A huge congratulations to EVERY student who was promoted, and thank you to our parents and coaches who continue to support them along the way.

The belt may change, but the mission stays the same — KEEP GETTING BETTER. 👊🥋

Drop a 👏 in the comments for our Rodjitsu kids!

09/03/2026

Martial arts is about so much more than learning techniques. It develops responsibility, discipline, perseverance, confidence, humility, respect, courage, and leadership—qualities that carry into school, work, relationships, and everyday life.

At Rodjitsu, our goal isn’t just to build better martial artists. It’s to help build stronger, more capable people.

This Psychology Today article does a great job explaining the positive impact martial arts can have on children and adults. Give it a read!

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-blame-game/201712/positive-psychology-in-martial-arts

Martial arts does not just teach us how to kick and punch. It provides a strong basis for living with positive psychology foundational principles.

09/02/2026

🥋 USE YOUR POWER. 💪

In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, power isn’t just about being stronger than the person across from you. It’s about learning how to use technique, patience, confidence, and determination when things get tough.

Every roll gives our students another opportunity to solve problems, stay composed under pressure, and discover just how capable they really are.

Your greatest power is the confidence to keep going. 🔥

Train. Learn. Grow. Repeat.

09/01/2026

🥋 SEPTEMBER’S LESSON OF THE MONTH: RESPONSIBILITY 🥋

At Rodjitsu Academy, we’re not just teaching martial arts — we’re helping our students develop skills they can carry with them everywhere they go.

Responsibility starts with understanding that YOU are in control of your choices, your actions, and your attitude. 💪

This month, we’ll be challenging our students to take ownership — on the mats, at home, and at school. That means being prepared, following through, learning from mistakes, and understanding that our choices have consequences.

Strong martial artists don’t make excuses. They take responsibility, learn, and keep moving forward. 👊🔥

Parents, this is a great lesson to reinforce at home throughout September!

09/01/2026

LABOR DAY WEEKEND SCHEDULE

Rodjitsu family, enjoy a well-earned long weekend! 🥋

Rodjitsu Academy will be CLOSED:
🔴 Friday
🔴 Saturday
🔴 Sunday
🔴 Monday — Labor Day

There will be no regular classes during the closure.

Enjoy the time with your family, rest up, recharge, and we’ll see everyone back on the mats after the holiday ready to get after it! 💪🥋

Have a safe and awesome Labor Day Weekend!

08/31/2026

🔥 WHAT’S UP MONDAY WITH COACH RODNEY! 🔥

What a weekend! Our Kids Promotions & Rise of the Champions Competition was one of the most awesome events we’ve had at Rodjitsu Academy! 🏆🥋

We were SUPER impressed with our students for stepping up, competing hard, and supporting each other. A huge THANK YOU to all of our parents, students, and coaches who helped make it such a great day! 👊

🥋 THIS MONTH ON THE MATS:
Kids ➡️ Bottom Guard
Adults ➡️ Side Control & Half Guard Knee Shield

🇺🇸 LABOR DAY WEEKEND REMINDER:
We will be CLOSED Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday. That means NO CLASSES THIS FRIDAY!

Enjoy the long weekend with your families, Rodjitsu crew. Then we’ll get back on the mats ready to work! 💪🔥

08/26/2026

Power isn't about being the strongest person in the room—it's about having the confidence to keep showing up, the discipline to keep learning, and the respect to help your teammates grow. 🥋💪

Every class at Rodjitsu Academy builds more than better jiu-jitsu. It builds stronger kids with the confidence to face challenges on and off the mats.

Bring the power. Earn the respect. Build the character.