NEWS AND REMINDERS
September Schedule
We're so excited for September! We have a new schedule beginning Tuesday, September 5.
We will add Monday afternoon classes as more students return.
Make sure to reserve your weekly spots on the Class Signup page!
Fall Kickoff
Let's start the school year off right!
Join us at the dojo
Friday, September 8th
anytime between 3:30 and 5 pm
for fun, training, snacks and giveaways!
All are welcome! Bring a friend!
Students, RSVP and Save the Date HERE!
Forward this link to friends/guests: https://kick.site/tgjjs3r0
First Mini Camp of the School Year!
Come to Camp!
Monday, September 25th
from 9 am to 2 pm
at Mills Reservation
Ages 6-9
Ages 10+
Student Portal
Remember, you can find student resources,
like the weekly classes signup page and student event calendar within your student portal.
Visit the student portal page on our website. The password is provided in student communications.
CLOSURES
Dream is closed Saturday, September 2nd to Monday, September 4th, 2023
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Moral of the Month: Integrity
Has your child displayed any of the dojo morals lately?
"Character is higher than intellect. A great soul will be strong to live as well as think." — Ralph Waldo Emerson
In a world that constantly tests our values and principles, integrity stands as a beacon to guide us in our daily lives. Integrity transcends age, status, and circumstance. It is the throughline between our thoughts, words, and actions. Integrity involves honesty, transparency, and the courage to uphold our principles, even when faced with challenges. It's about doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.
Integrity is the cornerstone of trust and respect in all relationships. It fosters a sense of credibility and reliability, allowing individuals to build strong connections with others. For families, integrity serves as a powerful teaching tool, helping parents instill values of honesty and responsibility in their children. For students, practicing integrity cultivates discipline, safety, and a sense of accountability that impacts various facets of life. Individuals with integrity often also have more happiness, high self-esteem, confidence, and a strong sense of self.
Martial arts and integrity are intertwined. In training, integrity is reflected in the dedication to self-improvement and the respect shown to instructors and fellow students. Sparring or competitions force us as martial artists to demonstrate integrity by abiding by the rules and maintaining fair play regardless of the outcome. This discipline shapes not only exceptional martial artists but also well-rounded individuals who carry these values beyond the mats.
Integrity is a value that weaves its way into our daily lives, influencing our decisions and interactions. By modeling integrity, parents become role models for their children, and students exemplify the best of martial arts philosophy. Whether it's keeping promises, admitting mistakes, or staying true to our values, each action taken with integrity resonates far beyond the moment.
As we navigate our martial arts journey, let us remember that integrity isn't just a concept; it's a guiding force that shapes us as individuals and as a community. By fostering integrity within ourselves, we create a space where growth, respect, and trust flourish. In striving to embody the teachings of martial arts through both our feats and unwavering integrity, we pave the way for a brighter future inside and outside the dojo.