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  • Gratitude

    Gratitude

    HABBIT OF GRTITUDE----GRATITUDE IS THE MOST IMPORTANT EMOTION IN THE UNIVERSE. IF YOU TRULY EXPRESS, FEEL AND RADIATE GRATITUDE, GOOD THINGS WILL COME TO YOU. YOU MUST LEARN TO BE HAPPY IN THE MOMENT. WHEN YOU CAN DO THIS, YOU WILL BE ASTONISHED BY THE REWARDS THAT FOLLOW. BE GRATEFUL FOR EVERYTHING YOU HAVE AND EVERTHING YOU WANT. IF THERE IS NOTHING TO WANT, WHAT WOULD BE THE POINT OF LIFE? BE GRATEFUL THERE ARE THINGS STILL TO DREAM AND DESIRE. IT IS WHAT LIFE IS ALL ABOUT. ....

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  • 5 Nov 2020

    Ju-jitsu and self defense

    When we talk about ju-jitsu everyone has their own version about what it is and even how it is spelled. Let just say I don't want to go into the history because you can read different books on that. I just want people to understand that with using the right techniques of ju-jitsu you put your opponent in a position of off balancing and control from either a standing position or on the ground. Whether they are trying to punch you or grab you, you want to control them using joint locks and manipulations so that they are no longer a threat to you. What is nice about most of these techniques, you have a choice to cause as much pain as necessary to your opponent for them to submit. So you do not ....

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  • THE DOJO KUN

    THE DOJO KUN IS OFTEN RECITED AT THE END OF A KARATE LESSON, TO REMIND THE STUDENT THAT THEY SHOULD HAVE A STRONG HUMBLE CHARACTER, BOTH WITHIN THE DOJO, AND AWAY FROM IT. TAKEN FROM FUNAKOSHI'S TWENTY GUIDING PRINCIPLES, THE DOJO KUN SHOULD BE RECITED IN UNISON, WITH CONVICTION AND PASSION.

    SEEK PERFECTION OF CHARACT ER
    BE FAITHFUL
    ENDEAVOR TO EXCEL
    RESPECT OTHERS
    REFRAIN FROM VIOLENT BEHAVIOR
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  • WE ARE TRANSITIONING ALL CLASSES TO ONLINE ONLY

    What actions we have taken at our school in this time difficult time.

    Zahand's Martilal Arts is transitioning all classes to online only
    as a way to offer training virtually to our families and allow them to train safely and comfortably within their own homes.
    We are NOT CLOSING
    we are TRANSITIONING
    to online-only classes via live classes five days a week (for specific class times check your kick-siteemail) with a link to Zoom. Training videos from kick-site and curriculumupdates and special blogs from our members only page on our website at zahands.com. The surrounding schools, universitiesand collegesare also transitioningin a similarway.
    We want to remain ....

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  • Make yourself great at Zahand's Martial Arts

    Our new Mantra for the dojo is "Make yourself great at Zahand's Martial Arts!" No matter how your day is going, once you enter the dojo, your day will become greattttt like Tony the Tiger would say! When you leave, you will sweat, learn something new, and feel better than when you came in! So get to class and remember, MAKE YOURSELF GREAT AT ZAHAND'S MARTIAL ARTS! This is your friendly neighborhood Sensei, Sensei Matt Zahand. Osu! ....

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  • 7 THINGS KIDS LEARN FROM MARTIAL ARTS

    7 THINGS KIDS LEARN FROM MARTIAL ARTS

    Children's martial arts classes are an amazing way to improve the lives of the kids, their families and the communities. This is because of the values the martial arts impart to children. Those values includes the following: COURAGE The kind of courage that young people learn in martial arts is one that encompasses a certain spirit of bravery. It is not simply acting without fear, it is channeling an internal energy to act in spite of fear. Courage is a transferable skill that allows students to set goals, overcome challenges and attain success both in the dojo and in life. RESPECT One tenet of martial arts is respect. Children are taught to respect the masters who came before ....

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  • How does Martial Arts Develop a Child's Confidence

    One of the way that training in the martial arts helps children to become more confident is by showing them how to set and accomplish short-, medium-, long-term goals. This done through the progression of belts. As a child experiences success in training that success naturally transfers outside the school as well making them more likely to set and achieve other goal. Remember success is the backbone of confidence. Martial arts training also helps children face their fear in a safe, nurturing environment. As a child learns to defend themselves, they become less threatened by those around them. Then, instead of myself, "I'm" strong. I'm confident; I am a nice person, but don't mess with me. ....

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James Poncar

This dojo is #1 in my mind. I did research before putting my son in martial arts. I didn’t call the first dojo on google or the dojo closest to me. I searched for the best dojo via review after review. I found Zehand. I received a call back after a short time after simply texting them I have a five year old and I want him in karate. I spoke with Hanchi, he was respectful, and offered me to attend a class or two. After understanding how they run their dojo I pulled the trigger. And I don’t regret it. My son has learned many disciplinary things from his instructors. Meditation is big for me. It helps me, so teaching it to children and seeing them be able to control themselves is a milestone step for any individual. Everything will never be perfect. This dojo is not only a place for children who need discipline but also a very great place to learn confidence in one’s self. It’s a place for troubled children to find peace. A place for children who have peace but need understanding. They teach positive principles. Personal protection, as well as respect and human decency. I would rather instill my son with these principalities rather than common sports. It costs more, but it will be worth it mentally and physically for my son. Thank you.

Will

Anyone ones who know me knows how protective I am of my daughter and how much her safety means to me. Me knowing that inevitably there would come a day where I wouldn’t be there to protect her. I needed to make sure that not only could she verbally defend herself but also physically defend herself as well. I don’t know if she was more nervous or if I was that first day. What if they start of punching even if the new student can’t defend yet? What if my daughter cries her first day? What if she hates it and never wants to come back? What if this place is all about the money and not the lesson? These were just a few of the questions that ran thru my mind leading up to my daughters first day. Mannnn let me tell you that Zahand’s martial arts made me feel silly forever having any doubts. Immediately upon walking in we were greeted like family. Not just us either, no every single person that walked through those doors got treated with compassion and respect. The amount of care they put into each student is uncanny! My daughter has grown so much over this past year not just with karate, but with discipline, and how she treats others. She is always willing to help and guide those in need and even tho that characteristic has always been in her I believe the Zahand family helped amplify that along with her confidence. There isn’t a doubt in my mind that we made the right choice by choosing Zahand’s Martial Arts. If you have ever thought about you or your loved ones finding balance and becoming better people all while improving your combat. Please, I implore you to give Zahand’s a chance. You will not be disappointed.

Tera Dent

We love Zahand's Martial Arts! My son has been going here for 2 years now and it has played such an important role in his growth and maturity. He used to have frequent meltdowns and martials arts has played such an important role in helping him learn how to regulate his emotions. The staff at Zahand's is amazing and they go above and beyond in caring for the students. We get monthly calls from Doshi to check in to see how our son is doing outside the dojo. We have taken advantage of the Saturday conversations where Doshi opens up the opportunity to have a conversation to talk through life lessons. Our son is determined to get to black belt and we can't wait to celebrate when he gets there. He loves his dojo friends and family and we will be forever grateful for Zahand's Martial Arts!!

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