Annual Beach Training in Santa Cruz
04/17/08
Mark your calendars for the Annual USAMA Beach Training on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk! This is a free event and a great family time.
This is a tradition you don't want to miss. Train with Shihan Krupa and your fellow students from the Concord Dojo, soak in the sun and play on the boardwalk on Saturday, July 12th, 2008. More details to come as the date gets closer.
Posted by Sensei Dan on 04/17/08 at 04:36 PM.
Congratulations are in order!
04/17/08
Congratulations to those who competed in the Spring USAMA Tournament! I have heard many great reports on the success of those who competed. Tournaments are a fantastic way to gain valuable experience and discover where your strengths and weaknesses are so you know where to focus your training. Overall, I was impressed with how well our San Luis Obispo students competed. I saw great attitudes and effort. Congratulations!
Posted by Sensei Dan on 04/17/08 at 04:31 PM.
Reminder: New Purple Belt and Green Belt Class Times
04/17/08
As of April 28th, we excited to announce that we are adding a new "Green White" through "Blue Black" belt class to the Tuesday/Thursday schedule at 4:45-5:30.
Also, the "Purple White" through "Purple" Belt class will be moving to an earlier time on the Tuesday/Thursday schedule at 4:00 - 4:45.
For more information, view the calendar section on the website or pick up an updated class schedule at the front desk.
Posted by Sensei Dan on 04/17/08 at 04:14 PM.
Heavy Weight Gi Order
03/13/08
We are going to be making a Heavy Weight Gi order on Wednesday, March 19th. A heavy weight gi is a 14 oz., 100% brushed cotton uniform that will last much longer than the student 7.25 oz. weight gi. The heavy weight gi is more appropriate for the dedicated martial artist. It is more durrable, provides more "Snap" when applying proper technique and is recommended for those who wish to compete in tournaments at a high level. If you would like us to include a heavy weight gi for you on our next order, let us know at the front desk on or before Tuesday, March 18th.
Posted by Sensei Dan on 03/13/08 at 03:42 PM.
Dojo Improvements!
03/05/08
I am excited to announce that we will be upgrading our training floor surface to "tatami" style mats. This is something that I have wanted for our dojo for a while as they will help our classes run more efficiently. These mats will allow more room for safe takedowns and grappling while still providing a great surface for stand up techniques and kata. We are hopeful that the mats will arrive later this month (March).
Posted by Sensei Dan on 03/05/08 at 04:28 PM.
Class Schedule Modification as of April 28th
03/04/08
As of April 28th, 2008 we are modifying our Tuesday/Thursday class schedule for the Purple Belt class. The class will be starting at 4:00 pm as of April 28th. This is to make room for a NEW Green-Blue Belt class from 4:45-5:30 pm on our Tuesday/Thursday class schedule. Check the website calendar or with our front desk for more information.
Posted by Sensei Dan on 03/04/08 at 05:12 PM.
Taekwondo and Board Breaking Workshop
03/04/08
Excitement is high about the Taekwondo Seminar and optional Board Breaking workshop on Friday, March 14th from 5:30-7:00 pm. As of today, there is still room for a few more to participate. You need to be at least 7 years old to register. This seminar will be beneficial to anyone who would like to learn or improve their dynamic kicking. Kicks such as jumping kicks, spinning kicks and power kicks are sure to be a hit. Also, you can register to participate in the Board Breaking workshop immediately following the Taekwondo Seminar and discover if you have what it takes to break a real board!
Posted by Sensei Dan on 03/04/08 at 05:03 PM.
Mini-Tournament
03/04/08
Mark your calendars for the USAMA Mini Tournament in Concord, CA Saturday, April 12th. Participation is highly recommended as students can gain invaluable experience in three areas of martial arts skills: Kata (Form), Kumite (Sparring) and Grappling. You can pick up your registration forms at the front desk. Also, there is an "Early Bird" discount if you return your completed registration form and payment to our office on or before April 1st, 2008. If you miss the "Early Bird" discount you can still register and pay the regular event fees at the door. For more information, contact our front desk.
Posted by Sensei Dan on 03/04/08 at 04:54 PM.
Be Respectful - Wear Your Karate Gi Correctly
02/12/08
Wearing your uniform properly is an important sign of respect. As a reminder, your full uniform includes white gi pants, white USAMA gi top with a USAMA t-shirt worn underneath, and your belt. If you do not have your USAMA t-shirt available, you may wear a plain white t-shirt under your gi top. Remember that any other t-shirt is not considered part of your uniform and is not appropriate to wear while in class. (You wouldn't expect to see a soldier wearing his "Disneyland" t-shirt while on duty).
Summer uniforms include white gi pants, USAMA t-shirt, and your belt. T-shirts are to be tucked in at all times. Full gi's are always preferred.
Keep your uniform laundered on a regular basis.
Thank you for honoring the uniform requrements.
Sensei
Posted by Sensei Dan on 02/12/08 at 05:18 PM.
Schedule Update
01/30/08
As of April 1st, students training in the Tuesday/Thursday Purple/White - Purple blet class will start at 4:00 pm instead of 4:45 pm.
We are opening up another class for Green/White - Blue/Black belts on Tuesdays/Thursdays starting at 4:45.
For more info on this class schedule update, you can visit the calendar tab on the website and click on a Tuesday or Thursday in April.
Posted by Sensei Dan on 01/30/08 at 04:22 PM.
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