Off The Mat
Josh Dumoulin & Nicole Stratychuk
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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.
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EP 56: The Thought That Kills Confidence
Send a textThe fastest way to kill confidence is not failure.It is the moment your child thinks,“I better not mess up again.”That one thought shifts them from competing to protecting.And once they…
EP 55: Your Reaction Becomes Their Inner Voice
Send a textWhen your child makes a mistake in class, what you do next matters more than what they did wrong.Because your reaction… becomes their inner voice.In martial arts — and in life — kids…
EP 54: The Car Ride Home Rule Every Parent Needs
Send a textThe car ride home is where confidence quietly disappears. Not because your child failed… But because the timing is wrong.After class, games, or tournaments, kids aren’t ready for feedback.…
EP 53: How One Beach Lesson Changed My Coaching
Send a textAs parents, we think we’re just watching class.But our kids are listening… closely.What you look for in training becomes their inner voice.And that voice follows them long after they step…
EP 52: Discipline Is Decided in Advance
Send a textDiscipline isn’t about trying harder. It’s about deciding earlier.Most parents aren’t dealing with lazy kids. They’re dealing with daily negotiations that quietly drain consistency.When…
EP 51: Who’s Really Leading Your Kids? (And Why It Matters)
Send a text👉 Join our SKOOL Community here:https://www.skool.com/off-the-mat-2701/about?ref=8abd7605a9694f68bcb79a2d393c903aIf you feel like the world is louder, faster, and more confusing for your…
EP 50: Martial Arts Makes School Easier for Kids (Here’s Why)
Send a textJoin our free Skool community: https://www.skool.com/off-the-mat-2701/about?ref=8abd7605a9694f68bcb79a2d393c903aEvery fall, parents feel the pressure. Homework piles up… tests hit… and…
EP 49: Learning to Lose: Helping Kids Build Confidence Through Failure
Send a textJoin our FREE Online School Community: https://www.skool.com/off-the-mat-2701/about?ref=8abd7605a9694f68bcb79a2d393c903aWhat if losing is the skill your child needs most? In this video, we…
EP 48: Why Most Athletes Stay Average (and How to Fix It)
Send a textJoin our FREE Skool community: https://www.skool.com/off-the-mat-2701/about?ref=8abd7605a9694f68bcb79a2d393c903aEvery athlete wants to be great… but very few are willing to feel…
EP 47: How To Improve Your Child’s Focus Before Martial Arts Class
Send a text🎯 Join our FREE Skool Community → https://www.skool.com/off-the-mat-2701/about?ref=8abd7605a9694f68bcb79a2d393c903aParents say their kids can’t focus or get motivated for martial arts…
EP 46: 5 Ways to Get Your Kid to Class Without the Fight
Send a textJoin our FREE Skool Community dedicated to helping parents with kids in Martial Arts: https://www.skool.com/off-the-mat-2701/about?ref=8abd7605a9694f68bcb79a2d393c903aGetting your kid to…
EP 45: Martial Arts Mindset: Turn Your Child’s Inner Critic Into a Coach
Send a textYour child’s inner critic is loud. Let’s train it to coach, not crush. In this episode we share five practical tools parents can use to help kids 6–12 build confidence in sparring and…
EP 44: Beat Your Own Excuses: 5 Steps to Stay Motivated
Send a textEver feel stuck in a cycle of excuses, self-sabotage, and “I’ll start tomorrow”? You’re not alone. In this episode, Nicole breaks down her simple 5-step method to beat your own damn…
EP 43: Get Kids to Practice at Home: 5 Proven Tips Parents Can Use Today
Send a textStruggling to get your kid to practice at home? You’re not alone. In this episode, we give you five practical ways to build the habit, keep it fun, and boost progress fast. Think martial…
EP 42: 10 Rules For My Sons: A Dad’s Guide To Strength, Integrity, and Service
Send a textThis one’s for the dads. For parents who want to raise strong boys with martial arts mindset, character, and courage. If I were gone tomorrow… these are the 10 rules I need my sons to live…
EP 41: Competitive Kid in Martial Arts: 5 Tips to Thrive in Class
Send a textGot a driven, ultra-competitive kid… but the class pace feels too slow? This episode gives parents real tools to keep that fire burning without the frustration. We dig into martial arts…
EP 40: Vision Boards for Kids: Define It. Live It. Reflect.
Send a textVision boards help kids dream big… and then do the work. In this episode, we break down how parents can use a simple poster to build martial arts mindset, fuel confidence training in…
EP 39: New to Sparring? Help Your Child Win the First Round
Send a textIs your child new to sparring? This episode helps you turn those first shaky rounds into confident reps… with safety, patience, and a simple plan.What you’ll learnWhy “survival mode” is…
EP 38: Top 22 Coaching Tips for Parents of Athletes & Martial Artists
Send a textIf 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…
EP 37: Why Taking Risks is the Key to Growth
Send a textAre you ready to step outside your comfort zone and start taking risks that actually matter? In this episode of Off the Mat, we dive deep into why taking risks is essential for personal…
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Off The Mat has published 56 episodes since February 2023, covering topics in Fitness, Health & Fitness.
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