How is Arise changing the game?
Here's how Arise is revolutionizing the social and emotional learning (SEL) field through its unique movement-based approach:
Integrating SEL and Self-defense:
Arise uniquely combines social-emotional learning (SEL) with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu-based self-defense education. This innovative blend addresses students' physical and emotional needs, fostering resilience, self-esteem, and emotional intelligence alongside physical strength and self-defense skills.
Experiential Learning:
Arise moves away from the traditional presentation-based models of SEL to an experiential and kinesthetic model. Through movement, students are able to internalize lessons in a more profound and lasting way. This approach makes the abstract concepts of SEL tangible and relatable.
Empowerment and Body Ownership:
Arise places a strong emphasis on empowering students to take ownership of their bodies and their relationships. This is a shift from traditional education paradigms that often don't prioritize body autonomy and social or emotional health in curricula.
Challenging the Status Quo of Physical Education:
Physical Education in schools is often centered around traditional sports, which may not appeal to all students and can sometimes exacerbate issues of self-esteem and body image. Arise introduces a novel, engaging alternative that encompasses self-care, self-respect, and personal growth.
Customized Community Programs:
Arise extends beyond the school environment, offering workshops tailored for community groups. This flexible approach means that education isn't confined to a traditional setting and can meet the needs of various groups in different contexts.
Mental Health Advocacy:
At a time when youth mental health is a growing concern, Arise actively addresses this issue, providing students with tools to navigate their emotions, manage stress, and develop a positive sense of self.
Breaking Misconceptions Around Self-Defense:
Arise is working to shift societal perceptions of self-defense for children, emphasizing empowerment and self-respect over aggression. This redefinition challenges traditional notions and positions self-defense as a vital life skill rather than combative training.
Research-Backed Impact:
Arise isn’t just based on good intentions; it’s grounded in research. The founder, Jess, is actively engaged in academic work that investigates the benefits of martial arts-based interventions, lending credibility and evidence-based rigour to the programs.
