So the roads don’t seem too bad out there, so classes are on for tonight. PLEASE BE CAREFUL!!!! Use common sense, exercise caution, leave plenty of time to get to class and DO NOT RUSH and by all means if you feel unsafe TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS and stay home, there will be plenty of other classes.
Let’s give it up for our latest round of advanced practitioners! Many of the people on this last test have persevered for multiple years at their current ranks to attain the required skill level needed to be considered for their rank exam, and after a grueling three and a half hours of physical and mental mayhem, their hard work, dedication and perseverance paid off.
At Cutting Edge Kempo Karate we endeavor to never test an individual before they are at their personal best, and work hard with each and every student to help them on their journey to self improvement. There are some that do not agree with our methodology and believe that time in, no matter what the skill and dedication level, is enough for an individual to move forward and be awarded their ranks regardless of the level of understanding and/or the amount of self improvement that has occurred. We strive to create, guide and mold each and every student into the best student they can be as an individual, period. That kind of influence takes a different time-frame for each and every student who walks through our doors, and we are dedicated to bringing that same level of individual instruction and counseling to every one of our students, no matter what their age, ability level, disability or self improvement need they may have.
So to all of my dedicated and skilled young people who tested on Saturday I have one word to describe what you are to me;
Warriors.
Many of you spent more than two years at the rank of green belt and more than a few of you considered quitting along the way, mostly because of the difficulty level you faced at the intermediate/advanced level and the things that we expect from you. But you, my friends, did not quit. You learned how to face those things that many of your peers could never accept and you excelled. That makes you special, especially in today’s society. It is for that reason, as well as so many more reasons, that I am so very proud of you all. Wonderful job everyone.
Train strong, to remain strong.
Now get back on the mat.
At Cutting Edge Kempo Karate your health and safety is our primary concern. With the road conditions as they are, we have decided it would be best to cancel classes for tonight, Friday February 2nd. Enjoy time together with the family and keep each other warm.
And don’t forget, while you have the extra time on your hands to practice! Don’t forget we have the Kempo Invitational tournament coming up in March!
The applications are in! I would love to see all of my students, adults and kids alike, participate in the best tournament in town! Kempo practitioners only, no tricks and flips just straight forward martial arts!
Remember, the first person in each division to hand in their completed application is the last to compete! (That’s a good thing 😉 )
Adult Black Belt continuous sparring, which I have been told will be split by age and weight.
Grand Champion for all junior division first place form competitors!
Beginners, don’t miss out on this division! A no stress introduction to the tournament environment, competitors are guaranteed to have me as their judge as the audience roars with approval for our youngest competitors. Mini Juniors will demonstrate their basics for the crowd, and then perform their favorite karate technique for the judges and audience. Everyone wins at their first tournament!
So get those applications in, and remember if you need some extra help to get those private lessons scheduled ahead of time, as they book up really fast around this time of year!
Looks like the weather people had it right this time! We will be closing the Dojo on Sunday as well for the safety and well being of all our families and instructors. Besides, you’re going to need that time to get those shovels and snowblowers going. I only hope that everyone is stocked up on milk, bread and eggs for the weekend.
Don’t forget to practice in between shovel loads of snow, and I hope all our young adults are out there in the community helping those people that need the strong bodies. Remember a little help goes a long way…
See you all on Monday for our regularly scheduled classes!
So they are saying that with the wind and snow tomorrow is going to be a day to stay off the roads. Due to the upcoming inclement weather we will be closed Saturday January 23rd. If the road conditions are questionable we may close Sunday as well for the health and safety of our students and instructors. Please check back in to see if classes are back to normal before coming out on Sunday
Stay safe, stay warm, build a snowman and don’t forget to practice! (And if you do, send me pics 😉 )
I would like to start by wishing everyone the happiest of holiday seasons, and I wish for health and happiness for everyone throughout the year.
As you all know, we are here at Cutting Edge Kempo Karate are constantly striving to bring you the best Martial Arts training you can get anywhere. From unlimited classes for all age groups to our specialized approach to making a life skill that everyone should have fun, without compromising integrity and real self defense technique.
Please mark your calendar, as of January 1, 2016 we will be rolling out a new class schedule. Minimal changes have been made, but we still are proud to offer six classes per age group every week! Green belts, brown belts and beginner adults all have one class per week specifically for them, as well as the advanced adult group!
You can print a copy for home by clicking here.
And our new schedule can be found on our site here.
We also have a fantastic new sign up special for new students in the month of January! Only $69.95 for the first two months of unlimited classes, and a free custom uniform! Tell a friend, or better yet, bring them to class! Don’t forget about our student referral program, where you can earn your way into FREE TUITION! There is no better workout, and we are the only place that offers an intense workout that also teaches skills applicable in real life for all age groups, and just ask anyone how much FUN you will have learning Kempo from our many lifelong Martial Artists. NEVER a boring workout, skills that can save your life at all ages, all while having the time of your lives! So what are you waiting for? Come on in today and try a free class, you’ll never look back.
It’s that time of year again! Our annual kids holiday party is on Wednesday December 23rd!
Everyone is welcome to join us for the fun and festivities. The times for each age group are as follows:
4-7 years old from 4:30 to 5:15
8-12 years old from 5:30 to 6:15
THERE WILL BE NO REGULAR CLASSES ON THIS DAY!
Kids can wear their regular street clothes and be prepared to have the time of your lives! The night will be filled with fun and games with our instructors, as well as tons of snack foods and drinks.
And please don’t forget, we will be closed from December 24th through the first of January, and we reopen for regularly scheduled classes on January 2nd!
If you would like to bring something to the holiday party, the sign up sheet is in the waiting room! We will have special guests and a whole lot of fun! See you all there!
Don’t miss out on our holiday sign up offer! Refer your friends and earn a chance at free tuition for you and your family! Check out the details on our referral program here. Send your friends to our Facebook Page and have them redeem our awesome holiday sign up offer (expires December 24th). Only $69.95 for two months of unlimited classes and a free custom uniform! That’s $30 off our already low sign up special! What are you waiting for? Get your offer and wrap up a uniform for someone you care about today!
Our first Black Belt test as Cutting Edge Kempo has come and gone, and I could not be prouder of everyone who did their part on Sunday November 15, 2015. Through all the muscle failure, cramping bodies, mental stress and hours upon hours of physical and mental pressure and non stop movement, you all emerged victorious. Even our one student who could not complete her test due to an unforeseen injury early on in the test should hold her head up high knowing even the few short hours she spent with us was tougher than what most people she knows could endure, and there will be another time for her, and she will rise to the occasion and perform as I know she can. I can not express how proud and elated I was when she walked through the door at the end of the exam to be a part of the ceremony for her brothers and sisters in the art. That is one of the hallmarks of the warriors we train to become.
Our panel of Black Belts did a fine job both judging and guiding the students through their experience, helping them along the way to better themselves and offering their knowledge freely to enhance everyone’s martial skill. It is good to have panel members who do not know the capability of each student, as we get a fresh perspective on areas that may need improvement as well as strong points for each individual. Thank you Grandmaster Fescina, Sensei Caracciola and Sandan Goldberg for joining me and my students for the six hours plus that was our first test.
