Volt Martial Arts.Rotterdam

09/09/2026

Happy Back to School Week! 📚🥋 Wishing all of our Volt athletes an amazing school year! Work hard, be brave, be kind, and make it a great one! ⚡️

09/04/2026

You don’t have to wait to feel ready. You just have to be willing to try. 🥋⚡️

Another month down at our newest location, and we’re so proud of every athlete who has stepped onto this mat ready to learn, try, and grow.

08/24/2026

⚡ DON'T LET THEIR 94 MAKE YOU ASHAMED OF YOUR 93

I'll admit it—I've been slacking a little on our VOLT Minutes this summer! Starting in September, we're back every week. ⚡

But I recently read about the Last Soul Ultra in Germany and had to share this one.

Every hour, runners complete a 4.17-mile loop. Make it back in time, and you keep going.

After nearly FOUR DAYS, only two remained: Mark and Ello.

Both completed 93 loops—nearly 388 miles.

Then Ello couldn't continue.

Mark completed one more loop and won.

Think about that.

Ello ran for 93 hours and nearly 388 miles...and technically finished second.

We have to be careful not to teach our kids that someone else's achievement somehow makes theirs smaller.

There will always be someone who runs farther, scores higher, jumps higher, or wins the trophy.

Two reminders this week:

1️⃣ Praise the performance, not just the placement. Ask: "Are you proud of what you gave?"

2️⃣ Don't compare their 93 to someone else's 94. Someone else's success doesn't erase yours.

Our kids don't always have to finish first to be proud of how far they've gone.

Don't let someone else's 94 make you ashamed of your 93.

Ignite Potential, Energize Progress, Volt The Future!

– Coach Tim, CEO and Founder Volt Martial Arts ⚡

08/10/2026

Something pretty amazing happened over this weekend.

Our son has been learning and participating in our Courage Season at our Glenville location and suddenly, we're watching him look for opportunities to be more courageous.

First, he let us pull out a loose tooth. If you have kids, you know this is basically torture. 😂 His response?

“I’m brave.”

Then he climbed an 8-foot rope swing and launched himself into a lake. My wife and I were convinced there was NO WAY he was doing it.

He did.

But the moment that impressed us the most? One of our floats drifted away and another family picked it up and put it on their boat. Without us saying anything, he calmly walked over to complete strangers and politely asked for it back.

My wife and I just looked at each other.

Who is this kid?!

And that's when it hit me.

When we repeatedly teach kids what courage looks like, they start seeing themselves as courageous.

Two things to try this week:

1️⃣ Name It. When your child does something uncomfortable: “That was courage.”

2️⃣ Remind Them. Before something scary: “You've done courageous things before. You can do this.”

This is exactly why we built our Life Skills curriculum.

We're not just teaching Courage.

We're helping kids believe: “I am courageous.”

Ignite Potential, Energize Progress, Volt The Future!

– Coach Tim, CEO Volt Martial Arts ⚡

08/04/2026

Come visit the Volt Martial Arts booth at Rotterdam National Night Out tonight! Bring the family, say hello, and see what makes Volt more than just martial arts. 🩵🩷⚡️

08/03/2026

As we continue our season of Courage...let's think about it?

If you asked most people what courage means, they'd probably say:
"Being brave."
"Facing your fears."
"Doing hard things."

Those are all true.

But this week, I've been thinking about how to explain courage to my own kids.

Here's the definition I came up with:

Courage is choosing to do something before you feel completely ready.

Think about it...

The first time they ride a bike without training wheels.
The first sleepover.
Walking into a new classroom.
Trying out for a team.
Raising their hand in class.

Were they ready?

Probably not.

But they did it anyway.

That's courage.

As parents, we often celebrate when our kids succeed.

But what if we celebrated the moment they simply tried?

This week's challenge:

1️⃣ Catch Courage.
When your child attempts something they're unsure of, stop and point it out:
"That took courage."

2️⃣ Praise the Attempt.
Whether they succeed or not, remind them that courage isn't about the outcome—it's about being willing to begin.

Confidence comes after courage.

It almost never comes before it.

Let's spend this week helping our kids recognize that every small step into the unknown is another opportunity to grow.

Ignite Potential, Energize Progress, Volt The Future!

– Coach Tim, CEO Volt Martial Arts ⚡

07/30/2026

Our first full month at Volt Rotterdam has been incredible, and we’re just getting started. Thank you to every family that’s trusted us to help build stronger, more confident kids. Let’s keep the momentum rolling into August. ⚡️

07/16/2026

Thank you to Sportime Capital Region for inviting Volt to be a part of your summer camp! We had an awesome time teaching the kids striking techniques, running agility courses, and taking on fun challenges. We can’t wait to come back and do it again⚡️🥊

07/07/2026

What an incredible first night at our Rotterdam location!⚡️

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to celebrate, train, and support us. Seeing so many new and familiar faces made opening night one we’ll never forget.

We’re so excited to become part of this amazing community, and this is just the beginning. We can’t wait to do it all again tomorrow! Come see what Volt is all about! 🩵🩷⚡️

07/07/2026

Hi Volt Rotterdam Families,
First and foremost, we are completely overwhelmed by the support from the Rotterdam community.
The response to our Free Month of Classes has been incredible, and we are so grateful for the opportunity to welcome your family into Volt Martial Arts.
As we get started, we want to give you a quick overview of what to expect during your free classes in July.
We Expect the First Few Weeks to Be Very Busy
Because of the amazing response, we expect the first few weeks to be extremely busy. Parking may be crowded, so please give yourself a little extra time when arriving for class.
Our Rotterdam location is located at:
Volt Martial Arts Rotterdam
647 Mariaville Road
Rotterdam, NY 12306
Stewart’s Plaza
Class Length in July
During our Free Month of Classes, each class will run approximately 20–30 minutes.
Classes will expand in August when our full schedule and full programs officially begin.
During July, our goal is to introduce your child to the basics of what Volt is all about, including:
6 Positions of Discipline
Coaching Keys
Basic Skills and Techniques
The Volt class experience
Our coaches, culture, and community
This Week Will Be Special
This week, all athletes will have the opportunity to break a board as part of their first Volt experience.
We will also have refreshments available, and families will have the chance to meet:
The owner
Our location managers
Our amazing Volt coaches
For families who upgraded their experience, you will also be able to pick up your Volt gloves and T-shirt.
What Should Athletes Wear?
All athletes should wear:
Athletic clothing
Shorts and T-shirts
Comfortable clothes they can move in
All athletes will go on the mat barefoot.
Uniforms will not be provided during the free month. Uniforms will be provided in August for families who continue as Full Program members.
Important Date: Free Month Ends July 29th
Our Free Month of Classes will end on July 29th.
Beginning in August, only athletes who continue as Full Program members will be able to continue taking classes.
In August, Full Program members will receive:
Their official Volt uniform
Their Level 1 White Belt
Access to our expanded class schedule
The full Volt experience
Full Membership Enrollment Will Be Limited
To make sure we provide the highest quality coaching and experience possible, we will be capping our Full Membership enrollment at 60 athletes for the first month.
As we move into the fall, we will open additional enrollment spots as our schedule and team continue to grow.
This allows us to protect the quality of the program, keep classes organized, and make sure every athlete receives the attention and coaching they deserve.
We Are Grateful to Be Here
We are so excited to be part of the Rotterdam community.
Our goal is to provide a positive, meaningful, and valuable resource for families for years and years to come.
Thank you again for your support, your excitement, and your trust. We cannot wait to welcome your family onto the mat.
With gratitude,
The Volt Martial Arts Team
Volt Martial Arts Rotterdam
647 Mariaville Road
Rotterdam, NY 12306
Stewart’s Plaza
Questions?
Call/Text: 518-461-1864
Email: [email protected]

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