Jiu Jitsu.

“Children with an understanding of how to defend themselves in a safe and controlled manner will have unrivaled levels of confidence.” ~ Evolve MMA
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Jiu Jitsu is an excellent self-defense system for children. It is often called the gentle art in that it doesn’t require striking or kicking. Instead the focus is on restraining and submitting an attacker.

The communities we serve do not have access nor the resources to participate in any form of organized athletics.

Jiu Jitsu is an excellent form of exercise for children that builds coordination, self-confidence and we are excited to invest in the lives of the children in this way.

Literacy.

“Literacy unlocks the door to learning throughout life, is essential to development and health.” ~ Kofi Annan

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Children around the world struggled to learn in the midst of the Covid Pandemic. It was no different along the border in Mexico.

Without a solid grasp on literacy the children we serve will struggle throughout their schooling.

Literacy is a key to a healthy and vibrant future for these children and that is a key that we are working hard to provide for the children we serve.

Meals.

“Prolonged chronic malnutrition affects children for the rest of their lives because it affects both brain development and growth.” ~ Bee Wilson

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Whether it be in literacy or physical activity, children will struggle if they lack the nutrition needed for healthy development.

At each of our programs we provide each child with a meal.