Unfortunately, I was hit with a sickness just before Christmas, which meant I had to power through at work and lost a few practice days at the dojo. However, now that Christmas has arrived, I’m looking forward to s…

I am excited that a new round of the Ultimate Black Belt Challenge is starting at the beginning of December. This time, we will be following the journey of Lucas san and Cooper san as they work towards achieving…

This week we are celebrating Saint Nicolaus in Germany. This annual event, which takes place on December 6th, is a time for children to have some fun while also learning about the importance of being good and kind…

As the winter season begins in Germany, the advent season is also upon us. This time of year is marked by four Sundays leading up to Christmas Eve, and it’s a time for quiet reflection and preparation for the h…

Every year, the Sacramento International Marathon draws runners from all over the world to participate in the 26.2 mile race. It is  always a great opportunity to give back to the running community by volunteering…