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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

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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Martial Arts question of the week. What is Kihon?

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4 BENEFITS OF MARTIAL ARTS OR KARATE FOR CHILDREN WITH ADHD

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is a common condition exemplified by IMPULSIVENESS, HYPERACTIVITY AND INATTENTION, according to the child development institute. Because they have such sort attention span they struggle with socializing and emotional control. So parents do not know what activities they can put their child in without adding extra stress. Children with ADHD can not only enjoy, but use to help ease the symptoms of this disorder. Here is a few reasons why you should consider enrolling your child with ADHD in a Martial Arts Class. 1. IT'S AN INDIVIDUAL SPORT....Team contact sports are one the the worst activities you could enroll a child with ADHD. Rather than enrolling ....
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STUDENT CREED

THE STUDENT CREEDS ARE RECITED AND THE BEGINNING OF EACH CLASS AS A REMINDER TO HAVE GOOD BEHAVIOR AND BETTERING ONESELF. 1 . I WILL AVOID ALL THINGS WHICH COULD POSSIBLY REDUCE MY MENTAL GROWTH OR PHYSICAL HEALTH 2. I WILL DEVELOP SELF-DISCIPLINE AND WILL NEVER FORSAKE A TASK, ONCE UNDERTAKEN, UNTIL IT IS COMPLETED TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITY. 3. I WILL ALWAYS STRIVE TO BRING OUT THE BEST IN MYSELF AND IN OTHERS. 4. I WILL ALWAYS SHOW RESPECT TO MY PARENTS, TO THOSE SENIOR TO ME, AND TO THOSE BELOW OR LESS FORTUNATE THAN MYSELF. 5. I WILL ALWAYS HONOR MY WORD AND COMMITMENTS. 6. I WILL ONLY USE THE MARTIAL ARTS CONSTRUCTIVELY AND DEFENSIVELY, TO AID MY FELLOW-MAN AND ....
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TWO WORDS NOT SPOKEN ENOUGH

AT THE END OF EVERY CLASS IN OUR DOJO, THE STUDENTS SAY DOMO ARIGATO WHICH TRANSLATES TO THANK YOU. THESE TWO WORDS, "THANK YOU" SPOKEN SINCERELY, CAN HAVE SUCH A POSITIVE IMPACT ON EVERYTHING THAT YOU MAY BE GRATEFUL FOR, AND THE GOOD AND BAD THINGS THAT MAY HAPPEN TO YOU. IN CLASS WE BOW TO EACH OTHER WHICH MEANS THANK YOU FOR WORKING WITH ME AND NOT HURTING ME. A SIMPLE THANK YOU GOES A LONG WAY WHEN SOMEONE MIGHT BE HAVING A BAD DAY AND YOU THANK THEM FOR YOUR HELP WITH A SMILE ON YOUR FACE. ONE WAY TO BE GRATEFUL IS TO BE THANKFUL FOR ALL THE THINGS THAT YOU HAVE AND THE PEOPLE THAT YOU LOVE IN YOUR LIFE. "PLEASE" START SAYING THESE TWO WORDS MORE OFTEN. "THANK YOU". ....
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YOUR JOURNEY WITH MEDITATION

"MEDITATION EXPANDS YOUR HORIZONS IN LIFE, SHOWING YOU OPTIONS YOU DIDN'T EVEN KNOW EXISTED". YOUR JOURNEY, ABOVE ALL MEDITATION IS A WAY TO UNDERSTAND, EXERCISE AND EXPLORE YOU MIND. THIS MAKES IT A DEEPLY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE. PERHAPS YOU SHOULD KEEP A JOURNAL ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCES. 1. REFLECT
IN YOUR EXPERIENCE AND FEELINGS 2. REINVIGORATE
YOUR PRACTICE BY REFERRING TO YOUR AIMS WHEN YOU LACK MOTIVATION 3. REMIND
YOURSELF HOW FAR YOU HAVE COME REMEMBER, THERE IS NOT FINAL DESTINATION IN YOUR JOURNEY: AS YOU LEARN MORE AND ADVANCE IN YOUR PRACTICE, YOU WILL FIND MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PERSONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT ....
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My son and other family members have been attending classes at Zahand's for quite some time now and we have nothing but good things to say about the program and people involved.

My child has benefited from the program in so many ways! To name a few, I have noticed improvement in his attitude, confidence, and responsibility. I believe the structure of Zahand's unique program is the foundation for these improvements. This program has been a worthwhile investment!

My child and I have to move out of town due to life oportunities. Shihan has already terminated my contract no problem. I gave them notice and was honest and respectful about my situation and they were very reasonable and understanding. I do regret leaving the program and my child is quite disappointed. We hope to return to the area at some point.

Victoria Schreffler

I highly recommend Zahand's Martial Arts!

The instructors are phenomenal and so is the facility. I have witnessed my son grow in his confidence, focus, respect, goal setting, and self-discipline. To me that is priceless. We love being part of this karate family.

Take a class and find out for yourself! You will not be disappointed :)

Mercy G.

Zahands Martial Arts is amazing..no other place provides a comprehensive guide to learning the martial arts..with an incredible stable of talented blackbelts ..Sensi matt , Sensi John and Sensi Christian and Sensi Tammy really make it feel like a fighting family..all this is brought together by Shihan Larry Zahand who has created this amazing dojo..stop in..you don't know what your missing!

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