A Cuban father has captured hearts on TikTok with a video showcasing a charming and humorous "self-defense class" he gives to his young son, filled with the vibrant spirit and character of a Cuban from the neighborhood. The moment, packed with charisma and Cuban flair, has sparked laughter and admiration among thousands of online viewers.
In the video shared by user @el_new.com, the father crouches on the carpet in front of his toddler, who can barely walk, and earnestly explains how to respond if someone bothers him at school. "You say, 'I was born in Homestead, but my dad's from Santos Suárez,'" the dad tells him, as the little one listens intently with a pacifier in his mouth and wearing pants adorned with the American flag.
"No bullying exists for a Cuban's child," reads the video's description, which has garnered thousands of views due to the contrast between the father's firmness and the child's cuteness, who at one point raises his hands in a defiant "so what?" gesture. Through humor, the video highlights a reality many parents face: the fear of their children experiencing school bullying. However, this father has chosen to empower his child early, teaching him pride in his roots and self-confidence.
Comments have flooded in: "That kid's going to be a tiger with a heart!", "The best lesson of love and courage I've seen," "Cuban parents teach with flair," wrote some users. The clip has also been shared across other platforms and within the Cuban exile community, sparking feelings of identification and pride. As the father mentioned, Santos Suárez is a well-known neighborhood in Havana, and its mention evokes the wit, strong character, and ingenuity of everyday Cubans.
This video isn't just entertaining; it's a reminder of the strength with which Cuban parents instill their values, even in the most ordinary corners of the home.