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Counselor in Training Program
We have had a lot of questions regarding our training for future camp counselors --- our Counselor In Training Program -- so thought we would pass on the info here. If you are interested in finding out more, or to see if your "tween" or teen, is appropriate for the program please feel free to contact us.
Each member of the Counselor In Training Program is…
ContinueAdded by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on May 18, 2015 at 8:00pm — 1 Comment
The Intent and Purpose of the Experiential Leadership Requirement
A black belt is automatically put into a leadership position upon donning the belt. We find this is a transition, that is shocking, without having first spent meaningful time practicing, and experiencing what it is like.
It will still be different upon becoming a black belt, but the practice will make it easier —less culture shock, if you will. It helps also in the passing on of the traditions, and techniques of…
ContinueAdded by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on April 28, 2015 at 2:00pm — 2 Comments
Persistence, Indomitable Spirit.
Simple. Right?
Not really. I believe it takes practice.
We try to teach with the little things, to try again, to boldly attempt, to have positive self talk, with learning how to get support, ask for help, determine who is on your team, to re-evaluate the approach. To start with the small things, the "turn the…
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What is the deal with the tips on the belt?
A frequently asked question this week. Here is the answer in about 3 min.
Added by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on April 13, 2015 at 5:17pm — No Comments
10 Tips for Martial Arts Students, to Deepen Your Practice
You didn’t start your study of the martial arts to “go through the motions” of it all, did you? Of course you didn’t, but look around you in your next class and I’ll bet you spot a number of your classmates doing that very thing, going through the motions. It’s human nature to get distracted, to multi-task, and wander off course.
To deepen and strengthen your practice so that you stay on the…
Added by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on March 4, 2015 at 6:09pm — No Comments
How About a Giving Someone Something Extraordinary?
Added by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on November 28, 2014 at 1:02pm — No Comments
Really Good Video
In our bully prevention curriculum, we address how to be a person who takes action. http://youtu.be/EisZTB4ZQxY
Added by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on November 22, 2014 at 2:30pm — No Comments
Back to School Safety -- yes, it is nearly fall
With back to school coming up quickly, I believe it is a great time to refresh or address safety tips and plans with the kids. So, I am going to post about several of the things I try to cover with the kids I teach each year.
"In 2010, one-fifth (19%) of all children 5-9 who were killed in traffic crashes were pedestrians." Source: Traffic safety…
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Enrolling Now -2014-2015 School Year -- After School Program
Our After School Program is a intentionally designed, experiential learning program focused on:
1. Athletics/fitness: More than the valuable skills of Korean martial arts -- we teach yoga, flexibility, parkour, tricking, and build all round speed, agility, and strength through our…
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From Sandy Hook -- to Seattle
Added by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on July 28, 2014 at 2:36pm — No Comments
Pad Kicking Fun to Inspire for Class Tonight
Added by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on July 10, 2014 at 10:30am — No Comments
Once a Year. The Overnight Party is Near.
Added by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on June 24, 2014 at 4:06pm — No Comments
Which is hotter – molten glass or a burning sparkler?
this graphic from American Family Insurance company
Added by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on June 20, 2014 at 10:00am — No Comments
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
We are getting ready for the 2014-2015 school year, so I was reviewing some of the literature I have stored up to use in our curriculum. And came across information on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. I haven't quite figured out how to use this with the kids directly, but thought a blog post was in order. Such an interesting and powerful document. In the wake…
Added by MeLisa Turcott Strongheart on June 4, 2014 at 8:00am — No Comments
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