Shelburne Parks and Rec News: Sept. 21

Parents, youth athlete workshop series

• “Stay in the Game with 3 Fun Nutrition Tips to Boost Stamina,” Tuesday, Oct. 17:

Good nutrition doesn’t have to be a chore. “Funify” your exploration as a family and watch your athlete get involved in healthy food selection and even meal prep. Boosting stamina is only the tip of the iceberg. The workshop also helps with strength, recovery and focus.

• “Handling Poor Sports Performance in Healthy Ways,” Monday, Nov. 13: Does your budding athlete get down on themselves after making a mistake in practice or competition? Are they putting pressure on themselves? This workshop is designed to help parents and kids better manage their expectations and their emotions in sports.

For youth athletes, ages 13-24 and parents of kids of any age. All workshops are 7-8 p.m.

The facilitator is Steve Fuchs, a health coach and advice columnist for youth athletes ages 13-24. He can be reached at vermonthealthcoach.com. The series is free, but please register at 802-985-9551.

Brazilian jiu jitsu

Brazilian jiu jitsu introduces the fundamentals of self-defense and grappling techniques. Training sessions will consist of warm-up exercises, hands-on self-defense, grappling scenarios, along with an anti-bullying philosophy.

Jiu jitsu helps practitioners develop personal responsibility, discipline, self-awareness, respect and confidence, along with both physical and mental strength. No prior martial arts experience is required.

For grades six to eight. Registration deadline is Wednesday, Oct. 11. Session dates are Oct. 16 to Nov. 22; Mondays, 3:15-4:30 p.m. and Wednesdays 2:15-3:30 p.m. Fee is $140.

Shayne Fenton instructs.