Announcing the USAMA T-Shirt Winner
06/03/08
Congratulations to Eizley L. for winning the website contest and earning the free USAMA t-shirt! Your prize can be picked up at the front desk. Thanks to all those who participated in the website contest...we had a great response.
Posted by Sensei Dan on 06/03/08 at 12:39 AM.
Win a Free USAMA T Shirt…
05/20/08
Enter our website drawing to win a free USAMA T-Shirt. Simply send us an e-mail front the USAMA website under "Contact Us" to be entered into our drawing for a FREE USAMA T-Shirt and include this code: "Power Under Control". Contest ends 6/1/08. Winner to be announced on the blog after 6/1/08. Good Luck!
Posted by Sensei Dan on 05/20/08 at 04:49 PM.
Group Private Lessons Available Through the Summer
05/20/08
We are pleased to announce we are making available through the summer "Group Private Lessons." "Group Private Lessons" are a more affordable way to receive the individualized attention that you get during a private lesson while at the same time enabling the student to work on partner requirements. Group Private Lessons may be the very best way to improve sparring, grappling, kata breakdowns and partner requirements. A 30 min. Group Private lesson for 2 students is $30 ea. (a savings of $15 per student), 3 students is $25 each (a savings of $20 per student), and 4 students is $20 each (a savings of $25 each).
Group Private Lessons are only available on these Fridays and are by appointment only: June 6th, 13,th & 27th; July 25th; August 1st & 19th; September 5th & 19th. Call 471-3418 or e-mail us at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to schedule a Group Private Lesson.
Posted by Sensei Dan on 05/20/08 at 04:39 PM.
New USAMA T-Shirts are here!
05/19/08
New USAMA T-Shirts are now in...
These USAMA T-shirts are white with a black logo on the front and "Team USAMA" on the back. As the summer arrives and the temperature rises, these USAMA T-Shirts are a great option to wear with your gi pants as your summer uniform (USAMA T-shirt, gi pants and belt).
Posted by Sensei Dan on 05/19/08 at 03:53 PM.
Jujitsu Seminar Re-Scheduled
05/02/08
The next Martial Arts of the World Seminar on Jujitsu has been rescheduled to Friday, May 30th. Space is limited so sign up at the front desk.
Posted by Sensei Dan on 05/02/08 at 04:52 PM.
“Sensei, I am going to fail and this is why…”
04/22/08
It has always been interesting to me that when it comes to belt testing several students all of a sudden approach me with explanations of injuries, strenuous activities the day before or late night assignments that give them a legitimate reason (at least to them) not to perform well on their belt test. While some of these reports may be legitimate, it seems peculiar that these excuses tend to rise as testing nears. After many years testing students, when I hear these stories of injuries, strenuous workouts the day prior, or late night assignments, what I hear is: "Sensei, I am going to fail my test or not due my best because of these reasons..." This is a mind set that justifies poor performance to the student and prepares them for failure instead of success. I would much rather hear, "Sensei, I am ready to do my best tonight because I have prepared so well for this test that even a late night last night won't stop me. Now that is a mindset that brings SUCCESS!
Posted by Sensei Dan on 04/22/08 at 05:12 PM.
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.
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