Shihan Kendall
The Outsize Impact of Small Gestures
“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.” -...
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Shihan Kendall
Sep 23 min read
Smooth Moves: Guiding Children Through Transitions
"It is when we are in transition that we are most completely alive." -- William Bridges All of life's biggest challenges all have one...
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The Dojo Staff
Nov 11, 20212 min read
The Connection Between Martial Arts and Meditation
For decades, many martial artists have used meditation to improve focus, mindfulness, and mental fortitude. It helps the mind and body...
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The Dojo Staff
Oct 8, 20214 min read
Strategies for Overcoming Procrastination
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...
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The Dojo Staff
Jul 13, 20213 min read
Benefits of Adult Karate Classes
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...
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The Dojo Staff
May 26, 20212 min read
Building Your Martial Arts Training Routine
Martial arts not only provides many physical advantages, but it also instills a strong sense of discipline and accomplishment as you...
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Shihan Kendall
Apr 20, 20212 min read
Milestones
“Remember to celebrate milestones as you prepare for the road ahead.” -Nelson Mandela Since 2005, we have, by my best calculation, had...
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Sempai Callum Johnson
Mar 24, 20212 min read
Strings and Strikes
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...
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Shihan Kendall
Feb 15, 20212 min read
The Face of Strength (SPOILER: it's not a death glare)
"We confide in our strength without boasting of it. We respect that of others without fearing it." -Thomas Jefferson If you’re a martial...
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Sensei Lisa
Feb 7, 20211 min read
Defining "Warrior"
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...
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Shihan Kendall
Feb 1, 20212 min read
Fearless Beginners
“Don’t let what you can’t do stop you from doing what you can do.” ~ John Wooden Every January brings with it a wave of new students,...
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Shihan Kendall
Apr 9, 20182 min read
Earthquake-Proofing
“Flexibility is the key to stability”. -John Wooden Flexibility – and its importance to mental as well as physical health – has been on...
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