Kusanku 1/19/25
Written by Patrick Brownfield
As I continue my training, I can feel strength returning to my body. My first goal in terms of physical training is building endurance and stamina. Forcing myself to walk longer, and then jog miles a day, I’m seeing my endurance grow bit by bit and it’s encouraging. Building heart may be the most difficult … Continue reading “Building Heart”
Written by Elizabeth Clark
I sprained my knee about a year ago when I was playing indoor soccer. Luckily, I didn’t miss too much work. However, I did have to make the decision to give up soccer. The knee sprain was my second soccer injury during a three month time frame. And I couldn’t risk another injury and missing … Continue reading “Sparring”
Written by Elizabeth Clark
Round 2: Last year I started this challenge for the very name, CHALLENGE. And a challenge it was. I had a few setbacks due to injuries, sickness, and lack of time management. I did learn a lot about myself during the journey. I am taking on this challenge again this year with a clearer understanding … Continue reading “Round 2”
Written by Elan Wilbur
I did it!!! I earned my black belt yesterday! It was the most hardest physical and mental test I have ever taken. This has been an incredible memorable and rewarding journey that I will cherish for the rest of my life. I would like to thank my husband Ryan, family, friends, dojo family, and Sensei … Continue reading “Black Belt Test”
Written by Elan Wilbur
This week I finished my last task in the black belt challenge. I completed my last video and my last book earlier in December. I completed my lasts 4 minutes of sparring at the end of December. I feel amazing. I took the next step in my karate journey starting this and I finished … Continue reading “Finished Black Belt Challenge”
Written by Jake Ross
I started filling out college apps a few months ago. The plan was to apply to several schools, though, in the end, I only ended up applying to one, which was Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Prescott, AZ. It is a specialized aviation school and I will majoring in the flight program. I’ll be going … Continue reading “college apps”
Written by Patrick Brownfield
As the saying goes, a journey of 1000 miles begins with a single step. I took that step a few days ago by joining the 2025 black belt program. Much like my first step into the dojo over 10 years ago, I was excited and also nervous to push my limits as a martial artist, … Continue reading “One Single Step”
