Category Archives: Karate

Today’s class had me thinking that I can actually kick now. The Sensei keeps saying, your form is good but don’t leave your leg hanging out there. Make sure you snap it back right away or it will get grabbed … Continue reading →

I was very happy to get our blue belts (finally) today in class, thanks to Sensei Tony Baller for bringing them out. Today’s class was tough physically. We did lots of stretching, pushups, crunches, leg raises and other core exercises … Continue reading →

A bad day was had by none. How’s that for a fake left and strike right? Today Jordon Sensei came in from the Elmwood Dojo to take over from Juan who had other commitments today. Thanks, Jordon! Of course, Jordon … Continue reading →

I sucked so bad today it was unbelievable. Worst karate class ever. Just don’t even talk about it. OK, I won’t.

Yesterday’s class attendance suffered as everyone is on vacation or doing summertime things. It was just me, MM, Juan, and Eddie. That’s it. So we didn’t mind, it was business as usual. Warm-ups, basics, kata, and towards the end Eddie … Continue reading →

Another great class was had today, but it was very small at only 6 people including Sensei Juan Molina. Ever since Juan began teaching us this summer we have been shown many varied techniques for training and practice that is … Continue reading →

Again, I really did not feel like going to karate tonight. I felt too tired and worn out from the heat and the lingering heat of Saturday’s brutal 14.3 kilometer trail race. I whined and complained to Marilyn about maybe … Continue reading →