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Black Belt Excellence
BLACK BELT EXCELLENCEBlack Belt Excellence HomeworkDownloadMany Martial arts have been around for quite some time now, and there are many people that identify with it.
Perseverance
The Story of Chinese BambooHave you heard of the Chinese bamboo tree before? There are experience you could gain from it, because this is one
Modesty #1 Confident, But Not Conceited
Modesty can be defined as a virtue of being free of conceit or vanity. Confidence is a feeling or a belief that one can have
Attitude#3: An Attitude Is Contagious
Did you know that our attitude is contagious?Every time that I teach this in my karate class the kids start to think of their attitude
Attitude #2: Other People Can Affect Our Attitude
Attitude is infectious. That means that however you act the people around you see this and may pick up the same behavior.Our attitude is the
Attitude #1: Your Attitude Determines Your Altitude
Attitude Homework Click HereHave you ever heard the expression or saying, “Your Attitude Determines Your Altitude”? The dictionary defines attitude as: A way of thinking
Teamwork
Teamwork is something that we usually associate with sports. Take a look at the videos below and see what other teams we are on and
The Student Creed
A personal creed is something that sometimes provides us the strength to get through certain things. It motivates us and pushes us to over come
Anger Managment
Anger Management is a skill that is an important element in our character. In our videos below we go through three components of Anger Management
BBE Honesty
Honesty is a very important element in our character. Check out the videos below and see what we will be covering this month in class.We
BBE Respect
BBE Respect Homework (Click Here)HOW DOES KARATE TEACH YOUR KIDS RESPECTRespect being an attitude of high regards, honour and admiration is an important character every child
BBE Positive Self-Image
BBE Positive Self-Image Homework (Click Here)HOW CAN KARATE TEACH YOUR KIDS TO HAVE POSITIVE SELF IMAGESelf-image refers to the way people view themselves. Most people think
BBE Potential
BBE Potential Worksheets (Click Here)BRINGING OUT THE POTENTIAL OF YOUR KIDS WITH KARATEKeswick karate’s character development programs is composed of so many principles such as• Honesty•
BBE Responsibility
BBE Responsibility Worksheets (Click Here)HOW DOES KARATE TEACH YOUR KIDS RESPONSIBILITYTeaching ResponsibilityResponsibility, it is a state of being accountable or the ability for a person to
BBE Kindness
BBE Kindness Worksheet (Click Here)HOW DOES KARATE TEACH YOUR KIDS KINDNESSKindness is a virtue; this is so because it is a behavioural character that gives a
Katas
White, Yellow & Orange BeltsHeian Shodan VideoHian Shodan PaperGreen & Blue BeltsHeian Nidan VideoHian Nidan PaperPurple BeltHeian Sandan VideoHian Sandan PaperRed BeltHeian Yondan VideoHeian Yondan
December Homework
IntegrityIntegrity is closely following a code of ethics that is aligned with character. It means being honest and trustworthy, reliable and faithful, upright and principled
Humility (Character Development Program)
As a misunderstanding, humility is seen by most people as being meek or even weak. The correct meaning of humility is the act of not
Honour (Character Development Program)
In martial arts, especially in karate, honour, discipline and leadership are three keywords which go hand in hand. Honor is having high respect for worth,
Focus (Character Development Program)
In everyone’s life, focus is a paramount aspect. It’s hard to get important activities accomplished or think clearly without focus. Martial arts helps children and
Courtesy (Character Development Program)
Courtesy is a very key attribute taught in a martial art; it can be defined as the act of showing politeness in one’s attitude and
Courage (Character Development Program)
Courage is doing what frightens you. Martial arts helps children discover that they are capable of much more than they thought possible. It teaches them
Sincerity – Word Of The Week Character Development
Sincerity is the act of speaking from your heart, fully accord with your word and actions. It is taken as the act of doing the
Honesty (Character Development Program)
Honesty is the aspect of being true to others and yourself. In martial arts, alongside physical development, children learn thoughtful approaches which help them develop
Growth – Word Of The Week
On average people view martial arts techniques such as Judo, Thai, Karate, Kickboxing, and others as a way to protect themselves. However, they sometimes don’t
Empathy – Word Of The Week
The Martial arts are combat practices, traditions, and systems practiced for a number of reasons: confidence, fighting, fitness, relaxing, meditation, self-defence and others.There are characteristics
Get Un-Stuck For Mother’s Day
This is for you, Moms. In fact, whether you are a mom or not, this is for all the women out there who feel trapped
Stress Busters For Tax Day
It’s that time of year again: tax season.If you are like many people, you feel increased stress around the month of April . Tensions can
A Brief History Of Karate
While it is hard to pinpoint the exact origins of karate, it is agreeable that the earliest forms have been around for several hundred years.
Fight Muscle Loss: Lift Weights
When you think of a typical older person, one thing likely comes to mind: frailty. Even if you can’t really identify any obvious illness, there is
How Karate Can Help You With Other Sports
It’s a well-known fact that many famous athletes often excel in sports that are completely different to the one that gained them their fame. Michael Jordan played professional
Karate’s Life Lessons
The world is full of new things for us to learn each day. Part of the process for growing is to learn. While many people
Some Commonly Asked Questions From Parents
It’s natural for parents to be inquisitive about karate classes. If you’re considering enrolling your child in classes, you may want to know a little
The Journey To A Black Belt
Every Keswick Karate beginner dreams of the day they can achieve the coveted black belt. It’s an excellent award for the years of hard work
5 Common Mistakes Even Pro Kickboxers Make
Mistakes are common when it comes to kickboxing. You can’t expect perfection during every session and that goes for even the most experienced kickboxing practitioners.
Karate For Kids With ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a complex situation to work with. While the symptoms and scale of the ADHD can vary in children that
How Karate Can Improve Grades
A large part of the learning process with karate focuses on defence against attackers using a combination of strikes and blocks, but there are many
Can Women & Girls Study Karate?
While the stereotypical image of a karate practitioner is often of an old Japanese master, sporting a bald head and a beard – this is
Karate’s Life Lessons
The world is full of new things for us to learn each day. Part of the process for growing is to learn. While many people
Top Ten Signs You Are Stronger Than Yesterday
Every so often I’ll have a client come up to me and ask what the signs are that their Karate / Kickboxing program is working
Top 10 Strategies From Keswick Karate For Making Your New Year’s Resolution Stick
2017 is here, and most of us are scrambling to make up a few New Year’s resolutions that, frankly, we’ll probably forget about in February.
Are You Getting Enough Sleep
There’s no argument against it: sleep is important. Some people are born with a natural ability to achieve good grades with very little effort, although
The Right Fuel For Keswick Karate
Have you or your child ever came to Keswick Karate feeling sluggish or tired? Perhaps you’ve felt drained of energy early on in the class
Strength & Conditioning In Karate
Strength and conditioning are two areas of karate that people can sometimes overlook. Strength can allow you to exert more power in each movement, it
Learning Karate With Your Children
There seems to be a misconception among older generations that they are too old to learn karate – and this couldn’t be further from the
Gifts You Could Buy A Karate Practitioner
Buying gifts for people can often be difficult at the best of times. You have to decide on a thoughtful gift, work out if the
Grading December 2016
Over the past few months we have had a number of students get ready for their December Belt Grading. We just wanted to share with
The Journey To A Black Belt
Every Keswick Karate beginner dreams of the day they can achieve the coveted black belt. It’s an excellent award for the years of hard work
My Very First Belt Grading
Many people are not too sure what to expect from their first belt grading at Keswick Karate. Whether you are doing the testing or your
Helping Your Child Succeed At Karate
All parents want to see their children succeed. Life is a series of tests, both mental and physical, in which you make mistakes and learn
Keswick Karate Un-Plugged!
Whether it’s you or your kids, there’s no denying how increased screen time is turning us all into tech zombies as we gaze at our
Costume Party
Just before the kids went out to Trick or Treat Keswick Karate hosted a Costume Dinner Party! We had a large number of our students
Moraine Hills Public School Event
These last two weeks Keswick Karate had the privilege to head out to Moraine Hills Public School in Richmond Hill and work with Ms. Porter
Halloween Safety: Tips For Families
Halloween can be a fun and exciting time for kids. These safety tips for parents, children and homeowners will help keep everyone safe and happy
10 Anti-Bullying Tips From Keswick Karate
Being Bullied?“Just ignore it”, is what most people are told when they’re being bullied, “they’re only jealous”, they say – but what use is that
How To Effectively Speak To Somebody Who Is Bullying You – 10 Rules
1.Understand:the thing to remember about bullying is the fact that the people who are doing it are often incredibly vulnerable and it’s usually a cry
The 5 Best Self-Protection Strategies For The Untrained
Knowing and understanding how to defend yourself is an important skill to develop, regardless of your age, gender, or physical ability. It would be ideal
What Are The Mental Benefits At Keswick Karate?
We all know what Karate can do for our physical body, but do you know it has mental benefits as well? The list is actually
Keswick Karate’s September 2016 Belt Testing
This past September we had an amazing Belt Testing! Many students came out and were able to showcase all that they have learnt.
10 Reasons Seniors Should Do Martial Arts
It is never too late to start making healthy choices for your life. Keswick Karate can be as beneficial to seniors as it is to
10 Reasons Adults Should Do Karate
If you thought Karate was just for the young and energetic, here are a few reasons why adults should try Martial Arts.Stress ReliefKarate is a
10 Reasons Kids Should Do Karate
When thinking about activities for your children, don’t overlook Martial Arts. Forget what you’ve seen in movies. Your children will learn more than you can
What Are The Physical Benefits Of Karate
Karate evokes visions of constant motion, decisive movements, eternal wisdom and dedicated training. Try not to think of the Karate you see in movies, often
Will Karate Make My Child Aggressive
Many people have the idea that Karate is all fighting and action. Movies often portray this specific Martial Art this way, and it can cause
What Are The Physical Benefits Of Karate
ng. What are the physical benefits at Keswick Karate? Let’s take a look at some of them.Strength and Flexibility Karate develops both muscle strength and endurance. The
Still Forgetting Some Very Important School Supplies? Part 2
In part 1 of this very necessary topic I discussed thing like how the Martial Arts may be the one school supply to guarantee better
Are You Forgetting Some Very Important School Supplies? Part 1
Martial Arts May Be the One Supply That Can Guarantee Honour Roll Performance…Back to school season is almost in full swing. If you’re like many
Why It’s Great To Train At Keswick Karate
Every parent wants the best for their child – here are a few reasons why Keswick Karate makes the best gift for your child:1.Build confidence and
How To Prepare Your Child For Their First Class At Keswick Karate
There’s always a first time for everything. Do you remember when it was your child’s first day of school? Their first time being away from
10 Reasons Why Keswick Karate Helps Adults
If you thought Karate was just for the young and energetic, here are a few reasons why adults should try Martial Arts at Keswick Karate.Stress
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