Dedicated, focused, determined and passionate about his martial arts.  Mike.  Practicing at home as much as he does in the Dojo, Mike's abilities shown through as he placed First in Sparring in the recent tournament in Niagara falls.  Always striving to improve all facets of his martial arts abilities, Mike pushes himself to his limits and then beyond. 
     "Apples don't fall far from the tree" speaks volumes since Mike's "tree" is his dad Stan, Student of the year for 2006, and Mike's setting an example that his dad can be proud of.  Over 20 of our students just competed in a tournament in Niagara Falls, this all came to be from Mike's love of martial arts and his persistence in competing in this tournament.  his excitement spread through many of our students and the rest is history.
     Awesome Karate work ethic Mike.  Your presence on the dojo floor is an inspiration to those around you.  You embody our "practice hard" dojo motto.  Great job.