Trustworthy

[truhst-wur-th ee] (Deserving of trust or confidence) Shihan Brian Cyr – The Academy of Martial Arts – Founder To be trustworthy is to have earned the respect of others and to have gained their confidence. To be trustworthy is to have earned the right to be counted on by others. To be trustworthy is the…

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The Muscle Memory

Sensei Kimberley Sue – Fourth Degree Black Belt – North Brampton Academy of Martial Arts In the martial arts we repeat techniques to create muscle memory. If a student has to use their karate, their bodies need to act instinctively. Katas are great examples: a series of movements set in a pattern, blocks and punches…

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Change

Shihan Cyr – Head Instructor and Founder – Academy of Martial Arts We have all experienced failure: failed tests, exams, gradings, opportunities, and relationships. We can discuss the positive effect of succeeding instead of failing…. blah blah blah…. I get that. What I am talking about, are the situations in life that we are unable…

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My First Steps

Sempai Julie Creighton – Second Degree Black Belt – Nutrition and Wellness Specialist (NWS) – Milton Academy of Martial Arts. Weight loss requires change.  For any change to become habit it must be done gradually and consistently. If you are overweight like I was, changes are needed.  Does it sound overwhelming?  I know. Sometimes I felt…

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