Dream in March - Consistency

NEWS AND REMINDERS

March Movie Night at Dream!

Kids, enjoy pizza and a movie at the Dojo
Parents, take the evening off for relaxing or a date night!
Friday, March 10th
6:00-9:00 pm
$40/child

Open to kids ages 7+ (Students and non-students)
Movie nights at Dream are popular!
Sign up NOW before we sell out!

Register for Movie Night Here

Buddy Week is Back!

Monday, March 13th-Saturday, March 18th

Students, feel free to invite one or several buddies to train at Dream!
Simply share/forward the link below or the separate email we shared yesterday
to have friends sign up for Buddy Week:

https://kick.site/axnvmwey 

Plus, referring students of registered buddies receive a gift!

Spring Break Camp is Next Month!

Sign up now! Spots will not last!

Monday, April 3rd-Friday, April 7th

We still have spots available in both weeklong camp sessions:

Ages 6-8 
Location: Mills Reservation
Times: 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Price: $475 per camper

Ages 9+
Location: Rifle Camp Park
Times: 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Price: $495 per camper


Student Portal

Remember, you can find student resources,
like the weekly classes signup page and our student event calendar right within your student portal.

Visit the student portal page on our website. The password is listed in student communications.


CLOSURES

There are NO planned closures for the month of March!

***If you normally train on one of the days Dream is closed, you can temporarily switch to another day for that impacted week.***
Simply check the class signup page HERE for available slots and call us at (973) 306-4130 or email us to make the one-time switch for you.
Please do NOT switch your days on the signup sheet; that is for ongoing reserved class times.


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Living the Morals Acknowledgment

We want to emphasize to our students that Martial Arts is not only about grappling with our training partners and performing techniques on the mats. Our overarching goal as martial artists is to be our best, to live honorably and have self respect. We seek to grapple with the parts of ourselves that get in our own way. By striving to integrate the morals of the dojo into our daily lives, we can move towards that best version of ourselves and feel secure that we are showing up as principled people striving to do what is right and serve and protect others. 

In that vein, we will now acknowledge and celebrate when our students embody the morals of the dojo by putting a colored stripe on their belt that represents a time when they demonstrated a particular moral. During a Dream class, camp or event, if a staff member sees a student embody a moral, they will add the corresponding stripe to their belt and recognize them in front of their classmates. Additionally, if a parent or guardian informs us of a time at home, school, etc. when a Dream student embodied a moral, we will also give them a stripe. 

Here are the morals of the dojo with the corresponding stripe color:

1. Respect: White
2. Valor: Silver
3. Humility: Brown
4. Consistency: Purple
5. Gratitude: Orange
6. Patience: Yellow
7. Perseverance: Green
8. Community: Blue
9. Awareness: Glow in the Dark
10. Integrity: Red
11. Discipline: Camouflage

Moral of the Month: Consistency

Has your child displayed any of the dojo morals lately? Please shout it out to us so that we may join in lifting them up!

“Constant dripping wears away a stone.” —Proverb

Consistency is a key factor for success in life, from personal to professional endeavors. It is the quality of being reliable, dependable, and constant in our actions and efforts over time. Without consistency, we would be hard-pressed to build trust, establish good habits, or achieve long-term goals.

Consistency is crucial, especially in youth and individuals developing skills and character. Through it, we are able to develop healthy routines, improve performance, enhance self-discipline and achieve our goals. Consistency is a vital tool for empowering kids to become responsible, self-reliant, and successful individuals as they grow into adulthood.

Consistent practice and training are essential for developing any skill, including martial arts. Kids who practice martial arts regularly often report feeling more confident, focused, and self-assured. Martial arts training can also help kids develop resilience and perseverance, which can be useful in other areas of their lives.

"Consistency is the mother of mastery." - Robin Sharma

Part of becoming proficient in martial arts is developing the physical and mental discipline needed to perform techniques effectively and efficiently. Consistent practice and training are essential for developing these skills, as well as building endurance, strength, and flexibility. By adhering to a regular practice schedule, students learn to prioritize their time and commit to their goals, which leads to progress. This level of discipline can translate into growth in other settings like school and work, and further empower kids to reach their potential.

To help kids stay consistent, grownups can help them set achievable goals and establish routines around those goals. Creating a supportive environment and rewarding good behavior, like celebrating progress or praising steadfastness, also help to solidify consistency as a positive in their daily lives. Patience and understanding also go a long way, as consistency takes time and effort to achieve.

When we are consistent in our actions, we are better able to meet challenges, overcome obstacles, and make progress towards our aspirations. Consistency helps us to stay true to our values and beliefs, as well. Whether it's in our personal lives, our careers, or any other area of life, consistency is a crucial element for success and fulfillment.