News, Updates and Reminders
May Mini Camp
Have plans for Tuesday May 3rd when schools are closed?
We're hosting a limited spot
MINI CAMP
for kids ages 6-11
Join us for outdoor fun and exploration!
Where: Mills Reservation
When: Tuesday, May 3rd, from 9 am-2 pm
Price: $99
Grab a spot now HERE !
Mask Policies
As noted in a previous announcement,
all indoor and outdoor classes are mask optional for students and instructors.
Student Portal
Remember, many student resources,
including the uniform order form, weekly class signup page and student event calendar
can be found right within your student portal on our school's website. The link and password are provided in student communications.
Schedule Updates
*HOLIDAY CLOSURE*
Dream will be closed from Friday April 15-Monday April 18, 2022.
There will be no classes on these days.
If you normally train on one of the days Dream will be closed then, you can temporarily switch to another day for that impacted week.
Feel free to check the signup page for available slots and call us or email us to make the one-time switch for you.
Please Do NOT switch your days on the signup sheet, as that is for ongoing reserved class times.
DREAM MARTIAL ARTS BLOG
MORAL OF THE MONTH: HUMILITY
“Humility is the solid foundation of all virtues.” —Confucius
One of the many challenges children may face as they grow is recognizing their value and where it comes from. Many mistakenly conclude that it stems from what they achieve or possess. But humble individuals know their value, and the value of others, is intrinsic. This is why humility is so important. At its core, humility enables us to consider ourselves and others more completely and, in doing so, frees us to more readily connect, grow and improve.
Humility is a healthy and balanced view between two extremes, with arrogance and narcissism on one end and insecurity and self-doubt on the other. Humility allows us to gain a better perspective of both our strengths and limitations, and to make more routine the practice of putting others’ needs ahead of our own. This ability to take a realistic stock of ourselves and look outward for good has extraordinary benefits.
“Humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less.” —C. S. Lewis
Humble people display greater helpfulness, generosity, openness and gratitude, which serve to strengthen bonds with others. They are also better able to handle stress and can more easily resist pressures to be perfect, judgmental or defensive. Those who practice humility also report higher levels of physical and mental well-being.
There are many ways to practice and teach humility. We can show gratitude for the people, experiences and things we are blessed with. We can use our time and skills and hearts to serve. Discussing and celebrating the admirable traits and virtues in others is also a good habit to develop. Additionally, experiences that remind us that we are a part of something greater than ourselves can be humbling. Natural marvels such as the vast night sky, a cascading waterfall, or a towering tree can inspire awe and a broader outlook.
In class, students are a part of a larger community of learners, each with their own strengths and goals. We all gain lessons from each other, which is why at the end of class we routinely bow to our teachers and classmates and say, “Thank you for teaching me.” Our young martial artists are celebrated for their character, efforts and strengths, and are supported in areas they can grow. And when they are not yet ready for a promotion, we strive to help them see that by recognizing their limitations, they can progress.
Humility is the gift of perspective, and it is grounded in our intrinsic value as humans. It allows children to see themselves accurately so that they can accept themselves and others for who they are, which in turn allows them to uplift and better not only themselves but the world around them. This capability for self-acceptance, compassion and growth is at once grounding and liberating. We hope this gift flourishes in us all.