Once upon a time, in the jazzy jigsaw puzzle state of Massachusetts, known for its brain-busting universities and clam-clamoring beaches, there lived a quirky bunch of kids. They were not your everyday, run-of-the-mill, peanut-butter-and-jelly sandwich eating, soda pop slurping kids. No-no-no! These were the Kung Fu kids of the Bay State! Commanding this motley crew of chopstick-chomping champions was Sensei Squirrel, a martial arts master with a magical acorn that glowed brighter than Boston's iconic skyline. Sensei Squirrel, a real nut for Kung Fu, was as swift as a wind gust and as sharp as a porcupine's quill. He had the strength of a lobster's pincer (a real tough cookie that one!) and the balance of a seagull soaring over Cape Cod. These Kung Fu kids, with their white gi's and colored belts, would gather every Saturday at Salem's Secret Dojo, waxing on, waxing off, and chucking around ninja acorns. They were a sight to behold, chopping the air with their squirrel-like speed and leaping around like energetic kangaroos! From Boston's bustling city streets to the tranquil Berkshire Mountains, these Cartoonish Kung Fu kids were known far and wide, their fame spreading faster than maple syrup on a hot pancake. And oh, how they loved their Kung Fu! To them, it was more than just high kicks and acorn throws. It was about friendship, discipline, and having a walrus-load of fun! These were not just any kids from Massachusetts, and this was not just any activity. They were the Kung Fu kids of the Bay State, learning the magical art of martial squirrel-ness from their beloved Sensei. And believe it or not, there was always room for more in their nutty group. So, if you had a hankering for adventure and a love for Kung Fu, why not join them?
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The Happy Hive is an inclusive play space designed to spark joy and connection for every child. With a special focus on comfort and accessibility for neurodivergent kids, our environment welcomes children of all abilities to explore, move, and create at their own pace. From climbing walls, swings, and zip lines to dedicated zones for pretend play and art, The Happy Hive offers both high-energy fun and creative outlets. While we cater to children ages 1-13 for neurotypical kids, we have no age limit when it comes to kids with special needs—because play should have no boundaries. At The Happy Hive, we believe every child deserves a space where they can feel safe, included, and free to be themselves.
Silat is an Indonesian martial art that offers a variety of techniques and energy practices that can help people reach their goals. Through the four animals of Silat—Crane, Tiger, Monkey and Dragon—we learn wondrous skills and techniques to tap into their energies. This can open us up to possibilities we never thought possible. Each Silat session begins with bowing in, a practice that shows respect for the training space and for each other. It is followed by meditation and breathing exercises, cardiovascular warm-up with animal movement, stretching, skill building, verbal and physical self-defense, and strikes to the pad. We also learn forms and close each session with a closing circle. The mission of Silat is to inspire personal transformation through martial arts, fitness and self-defense training in a compassionate environment. Through the practice of Silat, we help to empower people to be healthy, strong and awesome! When we tap into the energies of the four animals of Silat, we can help unleash our full potential and achieve our goals.