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Sneaky Ninja Challenges!

At Mantis we don’t just teach people freestyle kickboxing. We teach the true meaning behind martial arts. It’s about respect, empathy and consideration for others. 

We like to set Sneaky Ninja Challenges to give the students as many opportunities as they can to show they aren’t just ninjas in the dojo… they’re becoming ninjas at life too!

Any one can join in, you don’t have to be a member. A small gesture of kindness can make a massive positive change. Let’s make Spondon an even better place to be!... 

Tag us on your Sneaky Ninja Challenge on social media @MantisMartialArtsUk for a treat from us!

JANUARY

Smile and the world smiles with you...

Whilst it might be miserable weather outside you can keep the sun shining inside yourself! Smiling not only gives off happy hormones making you feel more positive but it also rubs off on others too.

Don’t believe me? Give it a try… next time you’re feeling a little low, just smile. Hold it for 5 seconds and see how it makes you feel. Smile at someone else and see if they smile back.

DECEMBER

Love your neighbours

Whilst we don’t get to choose who we live next door to, getting on well with the people around us can make a huge difference to how we feel about our homes.

This month we're challenging you to find something lovely you can do for your neighbour... Bring their bins in, clear some leaves on their path, bake them a cake… the possibilities are endless. You never know, they might even do something lovely in return.

NOVEMBER

Welcome the wildlife

It’s getting cold! Not just for us but all our lovely local wildlife! Sensei Heather swears she saw a black squirrel in the Sensory Garden!

Why not leave out a few treats for the wildlife in your garden? You’ll find you attract lots more birds which are lovely to watch in the winter.

OCTOBER

Open doors!

This month's challenge is to hold open a door for as many people as you can. Simple manners cost us nothing and are so easily forgotten when our lives are so busy.

Take a moment to enjoy the feeling of knowing you’re a lovely person when someone thanks you for your kindness.

SEPTEMBER

Make a new friend

Starting or returning to school/work can be a very anxious time for people. Your challenge is to look out for anyone who is alone, smile at them, include them. All it takes is one smile and a new friendship is born. This simple act of kindness can eliminate that anxious feeling for somebody.

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