NEWS AND REMINDERS
Save the Date - Kids Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Promotion Ceremonies
MMA promotions will take place SATURDAY, MARCH 9TH at our dojo.
All Kids MMA classes that day are canceled. Promotion ceremonies will take place in lieu of classes.
Students who are eligible for promotion will receive event invites via email with more details, like promotion times and, if applicable, testing dates.
PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL INBOX FOR YOUR INVITATION, COMING SOON.
For students who are not yet eligible and do not receive an invite,
rest assured there will be future belt promotion ceremonies!
Pizza & Movie Night!
Grownups, enjoy an evening off while the kids do pizza and a movie at Dream!
Students and non-students alike are WELCOME!
For kids ages 7+
Friday, February 9th, 5:30 - 8:30 pm
$40/per child
Registration is OPEN for Summer Camp!
We have several camp weeks in for ages 4 and up!
Sign up ASAP for some fresh air fun with us!
July 8 - 12 / Ages 6.5-9
July 15 - 19 / Ages 4-6, Ages 6.5-9
July 22 - 26 / Ages 4-6
July 29 - August 2 / Ages 4-6, 8-12
See the camp signup page to learn more and reserve a spot.
Space is limited and camp sells out quickly!
Student Portal
Remember, you can find student resources,
like the class signup page and student event calendar within your student portal.
Visit the student portal page on our website below.
The password is provided in student communications.
CLOSURES
There will be no kids classes on Monday, February 19th
***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 for available slots and call or email us to make the one-time switch.
Please do NOT switch your days on the signup sheet; that is for ongoing reserved class times.
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Moral of the Month: Humility
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.
“Humility is the solid foundation of all virtues.” —Confucius
The connection between humility and greatness may not seem apparent, but a modest estimation of oneself is precisely what can catapult individuals to growth and success. Humility is a strength that develops when we acknowledge our limitations and accept the wisdom around us to become compassionate, collaborative, self-actualized members of society.
Humility can help you achieve your goal faster! A humble person is willing to ask for help or advice, and can therefore avoid pitfalls and immediately make use of best practices. They don’t have to make the same mistakes or waste others’ time as the person who has too much pride or fear to ask questions or request support.
Humility is the absence of pride or arrogance. People who are humble are often described as respectful, modest and unassuming. Humility requires awareness of our limitations and of our own and others’ strengths. It is what enables us to have not only empathy for ourselves and others, but also gratitude for others’ gifts and knowledge. In this way it opens doors to learning, communication, and connection. With humility, we can willingly say when we are wrong and when we need help.
Humility is a cornerstone of the martial arts world. A student who is open to advice or constructive feedback from their instructor and training partners and humbly accepts the lessons others imparts will excel. Through acts like bowing, training, and sharing space on the mats, there is a recognition of others’ knowledge and skills and a shared journey in the art.
This practice extends beyond the walls of the dojo. We can maintain the willingness to listen and the recognition of others’ perspectives in our day-to day-lives, as well. With the understanding that each person we encounter has their own unique experience and wisdom, we can continue to stay open to new perspectives and lessons.
To further nurture humility, we must cultivate self-reflection and be willing to embrace vulnerability, to admit when we don't have all the answers, and to celebrate the collective wisdom of diverse voices. Humility grows when we approach every interaction as an opportunity to learn and to uplift those around us.
Humility brilliantly weaves together strength, fairness, compassion, and connection. It is a quiet recognition that we are all interconnected. As we navigate life, we can let humility be a guiding light, reminding us that in our shared journey, the truest strength lies in our ability to grow together.