Tournament participation offers a variety of benefits to our community. Whether as a competitor, volunteer or supporter, your participation contributes to the AMA community. As mentioned in previous articles, a participant has the chance to come out of their comfort zone, realize who they are, focus on self-growth, experience a social atmosphere and make a…
There are various benefits in tournament participation. One would be self-growth. Self-growth is the process of discovering and developing who you are. It’s an individual journey, yet it’s accomplished by yourself and with others. There are many ways to obtain growth and inspiration is found all around. Purpose is born within, and through interaction, new…
There are various benefits in tournament participation. One would be the opportunity to come out of your comfort zone and discover more of your person. As students, we get used to class routine and the people we work with. I’m safe to make mistakes and learn in class, but what about in tournament? What happens…
“Acts of bravery don’t always take place on the battlefield. They can take place in your heart. When you have the courage to honour your character, your intellect, your inclinations and, yes, your soul by listening to it’s clean, clear voice of direction instead of following the muddled messages of a timid world.” People…
In the AMA community, strength is woven into a kinship rooted in the values we share and strive to contribute. Starting with respect, and branching into meaningful attributes, we create a solid foundation for success. AMA is a welcoming community prepared to administer individual capabilities and goals. Working as a team, encouraging individual explorations and…
How can martial arts make everything better? I aspire to be a developed individual (spiritually, mentally and physically) who enjoys life for its diverse blessings. In my epilepsy and stroke recovery, karate has been the ultimate therapy for me. Here is how karate has made everything better for me. Living with a disability, I assumed…
Kevin Cyr – Second Degree Black Belt – Central Academy of Martial Arts “What sports do you do?” Jim slumps in the chair next to me. His stomach spills from the bottom of his white polo. “Uh, I don’t do sports.” I spin to face him on my own green plastic school chair. “You don’t…
I’m Astrid Hardjana-Large and I’ve been a member of the Academy of Martial Arts for about 15 years. Living with Epilepsy, then recovering from a stroke, training with the Academy of Martial Arts is a motivation for self-discovery. With an accepting community focused on everyone’s capabilities, difference isn’t something to fear; it inspires respect. Having…
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Happy New Year! Looking for a little extra fitness right before work or during lunch? We have 30 minute classes before work and over the lunch break in Downtown Brampton. You can get in to Pilates or Tai Chi, Or maybe you could use a good stretch to wake up the body mid day. And…
