Essay Question – December 2019
"Why is it important to have a Goal in our life, and how can we reach our goal?" This is an important skill and practice to develop at every age, and to review and revise regularly. Enjoy reflecting on this…
What is Promotion? Essay Response from a Martial Arts Student
What does promotion mean to you? We have some amazing responses from our martial arts students. Thank you so much for all of your hard work! This month, we would like to quote Luke Wendel from his response to the…
Essay Question – September 2019
We are looking forward to celebrating with you at our Promotion Ceremony! Have fun with this Essay Question! "Describe how your Martial Arts Practice has helped you outside of the Dojhang." If you're new to our Essays (or even if…
Essay Question – June 2019
Congratulations to our youth and children who all stepped forward with great skill, and to our adult and teen students who will do so this coming Saturday, June 8th. Congratulations are in order as well to all of our GRADUATES!!!…
Why Write Essays? News from the Mat
Happy Spring Everyone! A reminder we are not in class this week during our Oak Park River Forest Spring Break. Hope you are all enjoying a well-deserved rest. Congratulations to all of our Martial Artists who came forward for…
March 2019 Essay Topic
Congratulations to all of our youth and children who tested on March 2nd - we are so proud of you all for your courage, determination and purpose towards your martial arts goals. We are confident that our adult and teen…
Essay Question – December 2018 Test
Our young martial artists in our Children's Program presented so well in their quarterly promotion test this past Saturday, setting the bar high for the students in our Adult/Teen Program who will come forward on December 15th. All students are required…
Your September 2018 Essay is Here!
Impressive testing performance by all of our youth and children, many of whom brilliantly exemplified this concept through their preparation and practice over the summer! Congratulations to all the students who came forward or who will come forward to test!…
Staying True to Myself
I can be my own hero by staying true to myself, setting goals to achieve a higher level of myself, and always helping and supporting others. Staying true to myself is extremely important: this helps you to not let others'…
How Can I Be My Own Hero?
Congratulations to all the martial arts and karate students who stepped up for Promotion this Spring! We honor your dedication! We are inspired by your consistency! We love how you take your practice to heart! You definitely gave the Best…
