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Discipline Leads To Success!! It seems so simple. A parent says to the child, “I know you’re disappointed. But you are not quitting. Pull yourself together and try again.” That statement sums up Dawn Thomas’ approach to KARATE FOR KIDS and to life in general for her children. And the result of that philosophy […]
Of all the benefits karate can bring to your life, I believe leadership is at the top of the list. If you think about it, all of our life skills (such as discipline, respect, courtesy, goal-setting, honor, etc.) combine into a super-life skill called leadership. And the best thing about these skills is that they […]
Travel to any major city in China and you’ll see something amazing: Hundreds of people doing Tai Chi forms in the park together. The Chinese learned centuries ago that karate helps you look and feel younger. And it’s not just seniors, either. People of all ages are discovering how karate can turn back the clock, […]
Welcome ATA Competitors to beautiful sunny Arizona Arizona in January is pure paradise. . . . clear, blue skies, bright sunny days, average daytime temperature of 75. Make your hotel reservations as soon as possible. Remember, you are visiting Arizona in the winter. There is HIGH demand for hotel rooms. Please consider extending your stay […]
Block 1 Jan 23 2014 (1 — 1 23 14) Click on the planner you need to download a printable version. TT Basic TT MC WOT TT MC Yel – Camo TT AMC K4K Basic K4K MC WOY K4K CGP K4K MC BBR Adult Form Adult Spar All Black Class FORM: All Black […]
BASIC Now that you”ve had time to experience our introductory program, your next step is the BASIC Program. This 6-month program provides a solid introduction to the martial art of Songahm Taekwondo. You will learn all the basic blocks, punches, strikes, and kicks. And these classes also teach you personal safety, self-defense, and life […]
Amanda Teppo Persistence Pays Dividends Although nine year old Amanda Teppo has not yet earned her black belt, her mastery of black belt skills like SELF CONTROL, LISTENING, CONFIDENCE AND PERSISTENCE have made her a “black belt in heart” for several years now. Her story is testimony to the value of starting at Karate for […]
Moments of Fear Become Magical Success It’s a sparring week! As Aidan’s class time draws near, mom, Leslie, remembers all too well: the crying, the arguments, the genuine fear! Sometimes it’s a combination of things-it’s the gear (“It’s too hot”). Or the mouthpiece (“It feels weird”). Or what the truth really was for Aidan, just […]