Are Private Lessons Worth The Expense?

To answer this question, we first have to ask, “what are private lessons and how are they different from regular classes”? In regular class instruction, you (the student) are training with other students of varying experience levels, ages, size, and attitude. Because of this, the teachers conduct classes in a way that is best for […]

Top 5 Etiquette Rules for New (and veteran) Martial Arts Students

Every martial arts school has their own set of rules. These are the top 5 that you should expect to see no matter where you train. 1. Show Up On Time: Making sure you are on the mat ready to train before the start of class is a must. It’s a sign of respect to […]

Accountability

In today’s day and age, accountability is more important than ever. But why? Why has being accountable become one of the cornerstones of society, the key ingredient that holds people and communities together? Well, for one thing, when a person is accountable, he or she accepts responsibility for his or her actions and those results […]

Are You Making the Most of Your Time?

Summer is over and the school season is in full swing. Most agree it’s a busy time, not just for kids but also for adults. Many of us are still adjusting to changes in schedules and having to juggle new obligations at work, a constant reminder that there doesn’t seem to be enough hours in […]