NEWS AND REMINDERS
Winter Coat Drive
We are collecting coats from now through Wed, January 3rd
to help individuals in New Jersey in need of warm gear.
Please bring any coats you have outgrown or no longer wear or need to the dojo.
We'll gladly accept new or gently used unstained coats for any age
(no accessories or clothing at this time, please).
We have a box for donations in the lobby.
Thank you for your support and for spreading the word!
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.
The password is listed in student communications.
CLOSURES
There will be NO classes from Monday December 25th to Monday January 1st, 2024.
Classes will resume Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024.
There WILL be classes on Saturday December 23rd before the break.
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Moral of the Month: Discipline
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.
Motivation gets you going, but discipline gets you growing. —John C. Maxwell
At the heart of our accomplishments is discipline, the ability to follow-through on our goals through consistent action. Discipline involves the conscious choice to pursue something even in the face of distractions, challenges or ebbs in motivation. It allows us to defer short-term satisfaction for long-term gains. Discipline is a virtue, a habit, and a mindset that may take a good deal of effort to develop and maintain, but benefits us immensely.
Aside from helping us to achieve our goals, discipline grants us higher confidence, resilience, and independence. Disciplined individuals are better equipped to delay self-gratification, control their impulses, and maintain positive relationships. They also perform and retain knowledge better than undisciplined individuals.
In the realm of martial arts, discipline is a fundamental principle that shapes the very core of the practice. Martial arts require dedication and a commitment to the training for both body and mind. Discipline in martial arts extends to mental fortitude, respect, and self-awareness. It's the ability to push through fatigue, overcome self-doubt, and persevere in the face of challenges. Martial artists understand that success is not an overnight achievement but a result of diligence in daily efforts.
Cultivating discipline involves instilling a sense of responsibility and accountability. Setting clear, achievable goals is essential. Whether it's achieving a higher belt rank, mastering a challenging technique, or participating in a competition, having specific objectives creates a roadmap for disciplined training. Establishing consistent habits and regularly reassessing goals help to create a rhythm, maintain focus and provide ongoing motivation.
Discipline provides a path to uncovering one's true potential and pushing beyond perceived limitations. As Bruce Lee once said, "I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times." This insight emphasizes the essence of discipline – the relentless repetition and refinement that lead to mastery.
Discipline is not a one-time achievement but an ongoing process. In embracing discipline, we not only become better martial artists but better individuals, prepared to face life's challenges with grace, determination, and unwavering resolve.