It's looking like we've got another battle with Old Man Winter coming up--a big one. As we gird up for it, we need to remember what's at stake. Its not just about staying ahead of the white stuff. Approach the shovel with mindfulness and proper technique, or pay the price with our backs, shoulders, and knees. The focus we give body mechanics at The Dojo--how we stand, how we move, how we generate power, how we protect ourselves from injury--aren't just principles for the

"Faith is taking the first step even when you don't see the whole staircase." -Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. One of the most influential figures in 20th century America never got to witness the full scope of the changes he set in motion. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., cut down years before many of the civil rights victories he fought for came to fruition, never saw the first Black president take office. He never witnessed the generational shifts in perspective he helped catalyze

"The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting."  — Sun Tzu In the Dojo, everything begins with a bow. Our classes, our kata 's, our self-defense practice and our sparring matches all begin with that simple sign of respect. That bow isn't just tradition—it's a recognition. It says: I see you. I respect you. We're going to challenge each other hard, but at the end of this, we're going to be better because of each other. The world needs more of this. The Warr

"The Secret to Getting Ahead Is Getting Started." -Mark Twain The first week of any year is filled with possibility—and also a lot of noise. Everyone's talking about resolutions, goals, and this being "your year." The gyms are packed, the self-help books are flying off the shelves, and social media is bursting with transformation promises. But here's what we've learned after years of teaching martial arts: the difference between the students who progress steadily and the ones

"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change."  - Carl Rogers In our Teen and Adult class last...

“I have found that it is the small everyday deed of ordinary folks that keep the darkness at bay. Small acts of kindness and love.” -...

"It is when we are in transition that we are most completely alive." -- William Bridges All of life's biggest challenges all have one...

For decades, many martial artists have used meditation to improve focus, mindfulness, and mental fortitude. It helps the mind and body...

Procrastination is one of our biggest enemies. It is a battle between ourselves and our minds as it urges us to stop doing what we’re...

Learning Karate or any other martial art has no age limit. Whether it’s for you or your children, it's definitely a great choice! There...

My name is Callum Johnson, I am a teen black belt, and have spent six years at the dojo. I also happen to be a musician, as I play the...

We hear the term ‘warrior’ a lot in our Dojo. I even teach a class called ‘Young Women Warriors’. I always thought I knew what a...

"Self Care is not a selfish act... We do it not only for ourselves, but for the many others whose lives we touch." -Parker Palmer I hope everyone is enjoying this holiday season. Or at the very least, surviving it. As someone devoted to the physical, mental and spiritual health of our community, I worry this time of year as I watch folks get caught up in a frenzy of activity in the name of making these holidays wonderful for everyone around them (and yes, parents--I'm m