My Ninja Warrior

This year, I wanted to sign Clayton up for a sport. You know, something like t-ball or soccer. However, the rec centers here don't let you start playing those kind of sports until you are 5. This made me kind of sad because Clayton won't start pre-school until August and I really wanted him to do some sort of organized activity. One day, as I was reading the community newspaper (I love that paper) I came across the parks and rec page and it said that a class called "Tiny Ninja Tots" was now beginning enrollment. So how could I pass that up!! Basically, the community feels that traditional sports are too dangerous for 3 and 4 year olds, but Tae-Kwon-Do is okay! So for the past couple of months, Clayton has been doing Tae-Kwon-Do. He has two stripes on his belt (one for learning 3 kicks and one for listening). It is the cutest class ever and I am so proud of how well he is doing! I just wanted to share these pictures because it is so fun. I really enjoy watching him!

This is Clayton and his instructor Ms. Miller. He learning how to do a chop with a "blade hand".

They have a punch/kick series that they do individually every class. This is Clayton doing his series for the other kids! He does it so well!

This is Clayton and his friend Luke getting ready for a training activity.

I am so proud of my little ninja! He had a slightly rocky start in the class, but he has worked hard and is doing amazing!

Surprisingly, he has not tried to use his ninja skills at home. They talk in class every week about how you are not supposed to practice at home. Thankfully, Clayton has obeyed this direction. What a great kid!!