Training Ties® – Independence Through Intentional Practice
Intentional Parenting • Montessori • Independence

Support independence at the pace your child is ready for.

Training Ties® is a teacher-invented tool that helps children build the fine-motor skills, patience, and confidence to master shoe-tying—without battles, pressure, or shortcuts.

$24.99 per pair • Works with any sneakers • Montessori & classroom-ready

Child proudly holding a tied shoe with Training Ties laces

When shortcuts replace skills, independence gets delayed.

As an intentional parent, you want your child to grow capable, not just comfortable. But floppy laces and collapsed loops can turn practice into frustration—leaving kids dependent on Velcro long after they’re ready for more.

  • Velcro becomes permanent, not a bridge to growth
  • Frustration replaces joy in practice moments
  • Confidence stalls when mastery feels out of reach

See Training TiesÂŽ in action (2 minutes)

Help My Child Tie Shoes

A tool that honors both readiness and independence.

Built-in checkpoints
Laces stay stable through each step—so practice is calm, successful, and rewarding.
Teacher-invented
Created by a special education teacher who saw the need for an empowering bridge skill.
Real shoes, real growth
Practice with the sneakers kids already wear—skills transfer naturally to daily life.

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How Training TiesÂŽ works

1 Lace Training Ties into any sneakers—no new shoes required.
2 Checkpoints guide finger placement and sequence with ease.
3 Watch independence bloom—then generalize to any laces.

A few minutes, a few times per week, beats long practice sessions.

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Moms love the difference Training Ties makes

“I wanted more than Velcro. Training Ties gave my daughter the breakthrough she needed—the pride on her face was unforgettable.”
— Sarah, Montessori Mom
“Finally a tool that respects the process and empowers kids instead of rushing them.”
— Jessica, Gentle Parenting Community
“It turned daily frustration into small wins that built my son’s confidence beyond shoe-tying.”
— Emma, Intentional Parenting Blog

For the family that values capability

Intentional Parenting
A tool that fits your values of capability and patience.
Montessori Homes
Supports practical life skills, sequencing, and independence.
Daily Confidence
Helps children feel capable in front of peers and siblings.

From my classroom to your home

Bobby and his wife—Training Ties founders

I’m Bobby Morong, a former special education and adapted PE teacher. After years of watching students get stuck, I created Training Ties® to transform frustration into confidence. Today, my wife and I run this small mission with a growing community of intentional families like yours.

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Give the gift of independence today

$24.99 per pair • Works with any sneakers • Durable, classroom-ready

Tip: consider two pairs—one for home, one for school—to keep practice consistent.

Try it with confidence

If Training Ties doesn’t help your child make progress, reach out within 30 days and we’ll make it right.

FAQs

Will Training Ties fit our current shoes?
Yes. They lace into any standard lace-up shoe—no special footwear required.
What ages does this work for?
Typically ages 5+ through early teens—any child working toward shoe-tying independence.
How much practice is needed?
Short, consistent reps (2–5 minutes) a few times per week work best.
Can we switch back to regular laces later?
Yes. Once confidence and sequence are in place, most kids easily transfer.
What’s the best way to share this with our school?
Send them this page or your link. Many families keep one pair at school and one at home for seamless practice.

Ready when your child is

Gentle steps. Real shoes. Real independence.

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Training Ties® • $24.99 • Independence starts here