In the small, but mighty state of Connecticut, nestled between the bustling cities of New York and Boston, a troop of tough tikes are stirring up some real ruckus. They're not your ordinary kids, oh no, they're members of the elite Connecticut Cubs Wrestling Team! This pint-sized posse is as diverse as the state itself, a blend of city kids, country kids, and even a few suburban warriors, who trade in their school books for wrestling singlets. Now, let me introduce you to their leader, an adventurous, larger-than-life imaginary character known as Wobbling Walrus. This wobbly, yet witty walrus, with his tusks as bright as the Hartford skyline and a belly that jiggles like a bowl full of jello, is their coach, mentor, and biggest cheerleader. He might be a hefty fellow who waddles more than he walks, but when it comes to wrestling, Wobbling Walrus is a wizard. He teaches the Cubs the art of wrestling, bringing fun and laughter into their training sessions. Wobbling Walrus encourages the kids to embrace their unique wrestling styles. They're as unpredictable as New England weather, twisting and twirling, flipping and flopping, all the while giggling and gasping for breath. Their wrestling moves are as wild as a Connecticut coyote chase, with 'The Nutmegger Nudge', 'The Mystic Flip' and 'The Hartford Hug' being crowd favorites. In the world of the Connecticut Cubs, wrestling isn't about winning or losing; it's about making friends, learning new skills, and having a whale of a time, Connecticut style! From the shores of the Long Island Sound to the leafy lanes of New Haven, there's no match for the camaraderie, courage, and cheerfulness of these Connecticut Cubs and their wacky, wrestle-loving Walrus!
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What began in a humble New York City apartment with just a single student, Spark, has since blossomed into an enriching program impacting thousands of children. Our unique educational approach combines the elements of art, yoga, meditation, and nature to create a holistic learning environment. This distinctive blend is what sets Spark apart, allowing us to reach and inspire a multitude of children in truly meaningful ways. With an array of offerings to accommodate various schedules and needs, Spark has something for everyone. Our services extend beyond the standard after school and weekend classes to include holiday and summer camps, birthday parties, portfolio preparation, private classes, and custom pods. We also welcome homeschool groups and are thrilled to announce the recent addition of a forest school program to our repertoire. You can find Spark on-site in various schools and at our main studio located in the Upper West Side. But we're not stopping there - we're also planning to expand to the Upper East Side and Brooklyn. For our families in Pennsylvania, we run the program from our family studio there. And if you're not in close proximity to any of our locations, don't worry. We offer in-home instruction and virtual options to ensure that Spark can reach you, no matter where you are. We invite you to explore all the ways you can experience Spark and look forward to helping bring our program to you.
Are you looking to take your martial arts training to the next level? Our gym offers several weekly group based classes in a variety of disciplines, perfect for any skill level. Filipino Martial Arts, Chinese Martial Arts, Mixed Martial Arts MMA, Muay Thai Kick Boxing, Conditioning & Fitness Training, Women’s Self Defense, and Martial Arts Classes for Children are all available. If you’re interested, come observe a class and see for yourself the exciting atmosphere of our gym. At our gym, we understand the importance of having the right atmosphere for martial arts training. That’s why we offer a wide range of classes every week, including Filipino Martial Arts, Chinese Martial Arts, Mixed Martial Arts MMA, Muay Thai Kick Boxing, Conditioning & Fitness Training, Women’s Self Defense, and Martial Arts Classes for Children. Come and see for yourself the energy of our classes and our gym – we invite any interested students to visit and observe a class.