I recently had an experience involving a good friend having a near altercation with someone while we were walking in to an event. It was actually a group of 3 people. They were all making fun of the friend I was with because of what he was wearing. Insane, right?! Personally, I was offended. Our […]
I recently just started teaching a morning karate class on Monday and Wednesday from 11:10 to 12 pm. This is a new experience for me. I have never taught a full class before. In regular classes I have helped new students with what they are learning for portions in class. It is usually one on […]
Written by Elan Wilbur
Originally, this started out as my Black Belt essay with a little twist…. Towards the end I decided to change it. So now, this is my challenge to you all, for empathy training and random acts of kindness. As a child, I was never proficient in any sport. I was athletic enough to make it […]
Written by Elizabeth Clark
I passed my black belt test! I am so grateful to be a part of this amazing community and had the privilege to participate in such a test. Out of the 13 months there were some ups but there definitely was their fair share of downs. The test itself was brutal, I’ve never been too […]
Written by Lucas Grant
Video 2 Ummmm… apparently I need to figure out how to post these videos the correct way lol If you click “Video 2”, I think it should play……😅
Written by Elizabeth Clark
Ringing in yet another year! This year will be truly unique for myself and my fellow black belt candidates. We are all going through significant physical, mental, and spiritual changes. I view this as a great opportunity for growth. Personally, I want to commit to better health and wellness. Eat healthy, get adequate sleep, keep […]
Written by Matt Nedresky
On January 13th Lucas and Cooper had successfully completed their Black Belt test which included doing kata for a hour and sparring for a hour. I think I learned a lot about what I have to complete at the end of my test just from observing. Now I know that I really need to work […]
Written by Brody Hocking
Wow! That was a spectacular black belt test. Lucas and Cooper showed tremendous heart during it. Their katas had such power and strength. They preformed extremely well under pressure. They knew their katas so well they probably could have done them with their eyes closed. They had a dojo full of people with all eyes […]
Written by Elan Wilbur
Twelve Video Entries From My Test. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1DP2YNWiLL52LDC4KXykxLsv5n0_MT65w?usp=sharing
Written by Cooper Riegel
I just finished reading Zen In The Martial Arts. There were many great ideas that encouraged me. The author’s teacher was Bruce Lee. Two of Bruce Lee’s quotes from his lessons for the author rang true in my heart. “Do not allow negative thoughts to enter your mind for they are weeds that strangle confidence.” […]
Written by Elan Wilbur