A lot of intensity in a little package.   Aaron is only 7, but when it comes to his martial arts he carries himself like one much older.
     He is all business inside the Dojo and is always found practicing.  His focus and dedication probably comes from his two older "martial arts" brothers and his parents, but wherever he learned his good habits he sure stands out on the Dojo floor.
     His work habits alone could of landed him Student of the Month, but the effort he puts forth sealed it.  Not only is Aaron always working hard to better his karate skills, but he does it with superb power and focus rarely found in such a young person.
     Great job Aaron.  Keep up the hard work.  Your family must be proud of you, because I know we are.

  To access our "Student of the Month Archives", click below:               STUDENT OF THE MONTH
 

     Summers here... and with it the temptation to take some "time off".   Everyone needs a rest now and then, and there isn't a better time to take one than in the summer... but beware!
     Karate isn't easy, it pushes you both physically and mentally.  At UWMA we also pride ourselves on the quality of our instruction and the physical demands we set upon our students, and in most areas we push the envelope even further than other karate schools.  Both memory and physical fitness can easily become lost with too much time off. 
     We have seen too many great students over the years take "time off" for other sports in the summer, only to return lost, frustrated and dejected months later upon their return.  This usually results in a huge slowdown in advancement while they "relearn" what they lost, or in more severe cases, quitting on yourself and leaving Karate.  Remember why you come here... Karate, when taught correctly, vastly improves ALL facets of life.  It will help in all other sports, along with your schoolwork, social life and even your health and well being. 
     We strongly suggest that instead of completely removing yourself from the Dojo, you attend one class every week or two.  Although this may not be enough to learn a lot of "new material", it will be enough to help maintain everything you worked hard to already know and to also keep your body in tune.
    Remember, we are not saying do not try other sports, quite the contrary, it's summer, get outside, BUT make a personal commitment to the one sport that will effect you forever. 
   

 
                             
    

     Two small class changes are in effect from June 1st through August 31st:

9 - 12 Year Old  "Advanced Class" on Tuesday's has been moved from 7PM to an earlier time slot of 6PM - 7PM.

ADULT  "Advanced Class" on Tuesday's has been moved from 8PM to an earlier time slot of 7PM.

Lil Dragons "Advanced Class" on Wednesday's has been moved from 7PM to an earlier time slot of 6PM - 6:45PM.

Cardio Kickboxing Wednesday's ONLY has been moved from 8PM to 7PM.

RCT has been moved to Tuesday and Thursday nights from 8PM to 9PM.

Everything else remains unchanged!  Have a great summer!

 As of June 1st, students may wear their "Summer" Karate Uniforms.  This simply means that they may wear their Black UWMA Karate Tee Shirts instead of their Gi Tops.  They are still required to wear their Gi Pants, with their Tee Shirts neatly tucked inside.  Their Karate Belts are worn and tied as normal.  If the student wishes, he may still wear his Karate Gi as normal (Top & Bottoms).

                                    
       

     It's Back!.  On SATURDAY, June 16TH, we will again keep your kids busy as you and your significant other spend "Quality Time" together.. alone! 
     From 5PM until 8PM we will supply all the food and fun, you supply the children.  The fee for this event is ONLY $10.00 per child for current Karate Students, and $15.00 per child for NON karate students.
All students, and their brothers, sisters and friends are invited to attend. 

                  NOTE:  Age limit is 5 and Up.

     The agenda plans to include the following:
"Karate", obstacle courses and Dojo games.  Pizza, Pop and snacks will be served at 6PM. 
    
NOTE:  Due to the nature of this event, you MUST sign up by Saturday, June 9th, and we must have at least 20 kids signed up for this to take place.  We hope to see you there!