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Off The Mat

Off The Mat

De: Josh Dumoulin & Nicole Stratychuk
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Welcome to Off The Mat, where we're dedicated to helping parents and athletes of all ages achieve their full potential in sports, particularly martial arts. Whether you're a parent looking to help your child improve their martial arts performance, or an adult looking to get more motivated and become a better version of yourself in martial arts, we've got you covered. Our goal is to provide you with valuable insights and practical tips on how to improve your mindset, training, and overall approach to martial arts. We'll also be sharing inspiring stories of martial artists who have overcome obstacles and achieved great success, discuss about different types of martial arts competitions, their rules and how to prepare for them. So join us on our journey to help you and your loved ones achieve greatness in martial arts, and become the best versions of yourselves. Thank you for being here.

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  • EP 56: The Thought That Kills Confidence
    Feb 19 2026

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    The fastest way to kill confidence is not failure.
    It is the moment your child thinks,
    “I better not mess up again.”
    That one thought shifts them from competing to protecting.
    And once they are protecting… performance drops.
    In this episode, we break down why kids lose confidence after mistakes and how parents can help them recover fast using a simple reset strategy.
    If your child struggles after missing a kick, falling behind in points, or making a mistake in competition, this will help.
    Inside this video:
    • The difference between competing and protecting
    • Why mistakes do not destroy confidence
    • The real reason performance drops mid match
    • The Three Rs reset tool
    • How parents should respond in the moment
    Kids do not lose confidence because they mess up.
    They lose confidence because they do not know how to recover.
    The good news… recovery is a skill. And it can be taught.
    If this resonates with you, start using the Three Rs at home and at tournaments this week.
    🎥 Watch next:
    Martial Arts Mindset and Confidence
    https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNG9pziJ_TmsBwBNbodowNFbT_XOouiUj&si=g944N1Wk31VALgQY
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    ⏱️ Timecodes:
    00:00 The confidence killing thought
    00:27 Competing vs protecting
    01:00 Why mistakes are not the problem
    01:22 The Three Rs reset
    01:35 Recognize the mistake
    01:57 Release the tension
    02:14 Refocus with one word
    02:29 What parents must avoid
    02:53 Why this matters beyond sport

    📌 About Off The Mat Podcast
    We help parents and martial artists raise strong kids through martial arts and mindset.
    Our mission is to share lessons on confidence, discipline, and character that last a lifetime… on and off the mats.
    STAY CONNECTED
    Website → https://www.championtkd.ca
    Josh → https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/
    Nicole → https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/
    Email → championtkd15@gmail.com

    STAY CONNECTED WITH US
    Website | www.championtkd.ca
    Josh's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/
    Nicole's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/
    Email | championtkd15@gmail.com

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  • EP 55: Your Reaction Becomes Their Inner Voice
    Feb 11 2026

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    When your child makes a mistake in class, what you do next matters more than what they did wrong.

    Because your reaction… becomes their inner voice.
    In martial arts — and in life — kids aren’t learning just technique. They’re learning whether mistakes are safe.

    And when a parent’s face, tone, or sigh signals frustration, it quietly tells them: don’t mess up again.

    In this episode, I break down how small parental reactions shape big emotional patterns, and how to build confidence through calm.
    You’ll learn:

    Why frustration teaches fear, not discipline
    The 5-second rule that changes how your child experiences mistakes
    How to model emotional control without losing standards
    Why “you’re good, next” is one of the most powerful coaching tools a parent can use
    How calm builds confidence that lasts beyond the mats
    If this helped you, hit subscribe — and keep learning how to raise confident, resilient kids through martial arts.
    🎥 Watch next:
    For Parents: Raising Strong Kids in Martial Arts → https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNG9pziJ_TmtPAIOJr9RLanf-ALPJ_Wrr&si=mQIhTB2roAbrp3nF
    📱 Subscribe to Off the Mat Podcast HERE:
    Apple → https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/off-the-mat/id1672160372
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    ⏱️ Timecodes:
    00:00 Mistakes are part of training
    00:31 The danger of frustration
    01:02 Why kids stop feeling safe to struggle
    01:48 What “protection mode” looks like
    02:18 The 5-second rule for parents
    02:55 The power of “you’re good, next”
    03:27 Teaching emotional control at home
    04:01 How calm builds confidence
    📌 About Off The Mat Podcast
    We help parents and martial artists raise strong kids through martial arts and mindset.
    Our mission is to share lessons on confidence, discipline, and character that last a lifetime… on and off the mats.
    STAY CONNECTED
    Website → https://www.championtkd.ca
    Josh → https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/
    Nicole → https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/
    Email → championtkd15@gmail.com

    STAY CONNECTED WITH US
    Website | www.championtkd.ca
    Josh's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/
    Nicole's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/
    Email | championtkd15@gmail.com

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  • EP 54: The Car Ride Home Rule Every Parent Needs
    Feb 4 2026

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    The car ride home is where confidence quietly disappears.
    Not because your child failed…
    But because the timing is wrong.

    After class, games, or tournaments, kids aren’t ready for feedback. Their emotions are high. Their nervous system is buzzing. And when parents try to coach in that moment, kids don’t hear help… they hear judgment.

    This is the car ride home rule for parents.
    And it’s one of the simplest ways to protect your child’s confidence without lowering standards.

    In this episode, we talk about why post-training feedback backfires, what sports psychologists say about emotional timing, and the three sentences every parent should stick to until their child is ready to talk.

    In this video, you’ll learn:

    • Why the car ride home is emotional, not teachable
    • How well-meaning feedback turns into confidence erosion
    • Three phrases that keep kids feeling safe and valued
    • When feedback actually sticks
    • How to hold standards without damaging the relationship

    Primary CTA:
    Watch this episode, then try the rule once this week… and notice the difference.

    🎥 Watch next:
    For Parents: Raising Strong Kids in Martial Arts
    https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNG9pziJ_TmtPAIOJr9RLanf-ALPJ_Wrr&si=mQIhTB2roAbrp3nF

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    📱 Subscribe to Off the Mat Podcast HERE:
    Apple → https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/off-the-mat/id1672160372

    Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/17JWPk4LPRAyiXkyPWxHrD

    Amazon → https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5eb5541a-ddf9-48b8-870e-eaace60ff7c8/off-the-mat

    Google → https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8yMTEyODg1LnJzcw

    ⏱️ Timecodes:

    • 0:00 Where confidence actually breaks
    • 0:23 Why parents coach too soon
    • 0:56 When feedback feels like judgment
    • 1:17 The car ride home rule
    • 1:25 Three things to say… only
    • 1:53 Why this doesn’t lower standards
    • 2:10 When kids can actually learn
    • 2:22 This applies beyond sports
    • 2:32 Protect the relationship first

    📌 About Off The Mat Podcast
    We help parents and martial artists raise strong kids through martial arts and mindset.
    Our mission is to share lessons on confidence, discipline, and character that last a lifetime… on and off the mats.

    STAY CONNECTED
    Website → https://www.championtkd.ca

    Josh → https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/

    Nicole → https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/

    Email → championtkd15@gmail.com

    STAY CONNECTED WITH US
    Website | www.championtkd.ca
    Josh's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/josh.dumoulin/
    Nicole's Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/nicole99kicks/
    Email | championtkd15@gmail.com

    WANT A ICE BATH FOR HOME?
    Website | www.nurecover.com
    Use COUPON CODE | JOSH66116

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    3 m
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