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MVKS News, Views and Clues |
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Vol 2 Issue 4 |
April 2004 |
In this Issue
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Kid's Art of the Month |
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Kenpo News |
- past and upcoming events |
Break-a-Thon An Amazing Success!
Aspen
Sotille shows her community spirit.
On Saturday, March 13th, about 40 MVKS students and their families gathered at the Studio for our most successful fund raising event ever! Our goal was to collectively break 100 boards to raise funds to help the town of Mont Vernon pay for repairs to the Village School roof. Together we raised over $2000.!
After my introduction on the tradition of breaking, MVKS students went to work and demonstrated breaking techniques. Hammerfists, handswords, kicks, elbows, and some in-air and power breaks were done before an entertained and enthusiastic crowd. For many, it was their 1st time and you could just feel their confidence grow with each time they did a break. Afterward, students and families enjoyed pizza and snacks as they reveled in their accomplishments.
I am continuously amazed at our Schools' spirit and would like to thank everyone who helped make this event a success! "Together we all shine!"
The British are Coming, The British Are Coming!
International Kenpo Camp - Friday and Saturday, April 16 and 17
Instructor Gary Ellis, a 7th degree Black Belt and Mark Richards, a 5th degree Black Belt, will be traveling from Plymouth, England to conduct a seminar or two. In addition, Mr. Lee Wedlake, 8th degree, Mr. Steven White, 7th degree, and Dr. Len Brassard, 5th degree, will also be conducting seminars over this two day event.
I personally am very excited to learn from these highly regarded gentlemen from England, as well as look forward to their response from our high-energy New England group ! As I said before, this should be a camp to remember, and early registration should be seriously considered. For more info, download the Camp Invitation, or visit the NECKF website! See you there!
Need a ride? The MVKS Kenpo Carpool leaves at 6:00 pm on Friday and 8:00 am Saturday.
MVKS Family Movie Night - Friday, April 9, 7:00 p.m.
Join us for the showing of " Secondhand Lions" starring Haley Joel Osment, Robert Duvall and Michael Caine. A nice family movie. Popcorn and refreshments provided.
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Kenpo Views |
- in my opinion... |
"I don't know Karate, how can I help my child practice?"
This is a question I get from you, oh dedicated parent, who comes to class week after week and would like to help their kids get better at this thing we call Kenpo Karate.
First, let me say that if your child is demonstrating a willingness to practice at home, that is the exception, not the rule. Children are masters of "living in the now", and that is why we ask you to be consistent with their attendance and bring them at least twice a week. Our curriculum is designed to develop their skills at this pace. Once this routine is established, sometimes a child discovers the benefit of some extra practice. This should not go unnoticed! High praise and encouragement are in order. Corrections on technique or effort are for their Instructors. Become your child's ally by asking him or her what you could do to help them and above all, have a fun and positive time! Be creative and make up games you could play together. Karate " flash cards" could be made with the names of basics, forms or techniques. Hold a pad for them to hit, or play a blocking game. Need ideas? See me or a Staff member, we'll be glad to help!
By making it fun, you are reinforcing their ever developing self-discipline and enjoying precious time together. Need help on a specific technique or form? Borrow or buy a video or DVD, or, schedule a free ( 15 min ) or paid ( 1/2 hr or hr ) private lesson. " Let the teachers teach" . Until next month.....JP.
By the Way: If you have a forms video, remember to return it so that others may benefit. Thank-you!
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- Kenpo questions to help you along... |
In the Orange Belt technique Thrusting Prongs, what are the two reasons for the thumb "prongs " to the opponents' groin area?
Find more questions and tips for this technique in the library. {MVKS students, please visit this Monthly Techniques in the Student Center.}
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Kenpo News |
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T-Shirt Weather Almost Here!
Starting May 1st, MVKS students may wear t-shirts to class. We kindly ask that they are Studio t-shirts. Don't have one? A new shirt design is in the works and an order form is on the bulletin board. We will try to get them in by May 1st.
Spring Gala Demo and Parade
Its Spring Gala time again! The Mont Vernon Spring Gala is scheduled for Saturday, May 15th. If you would like to march in the parade or take part in the Karate demo please see me to sign up. Students wanting to help with the Karate demo must commit to three practices held on Saturday, May 1st, 8th and the 15th. NO EXCEPTIONS. Students marching in the parade are kindly asked to wear a clean, fully patched uniform. Patches are available in our pro-shop.
Photo CDs Available
Our webmaster, Gabi van Tassell, offers photo CDs of special events and promotions for the low cost of $9.99! See me to order yours!
Forms and Techniques Video CDs available!
MVKS is now offering Forms and Techniques Video CDs in our Pro Shop! Want to practice at home but can't remember the moves? Pick up a CD from our Pro Shop! In it you will find : A video demonstration of that rank's form by Mr. Peacock, and a video demonstration of that rank's required self-defense techniques, complete with a detailed description of the moves involved. Although these CDs can't replace a qualified Instructor, they are a great supplement to your journey to Black Belt. The Yellow, Orange, and Purple Belt sets are available, with the Blue, Green and Red Belt sets to follow.
Testimonial of the Month!
"I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Mr. Peacock and his entire staff at MVKS for the excellent job they do of teaching the art of Kenpo Karate. It has truly been an awe inspiring experience for me to watch time and time again as Mr. Peacock displays his gift of motivating and inspiring the children and young adults who come into his classroom. It is obvious to me that Jim has a natural teaching ability, in addition to being a master of his craft. MVKS is truly an asset to the entire community in which it serves. I would not hesitate to recommend this school to anyone wishing to learn the art of Kenpo Karate. There are many schools in the area which offer classes in various disciplines, but I am sure you would be hard pressed to find a school with as fine a director as Mr. Jim Peacock."
-Robert Macentee, MVKS Parent
Do YOU have some kind words for us? Has Karate here at MVKS made a difference? Let us know by writing a testimonial! We will post it on our website, as well as our newsletter. See me for more info and thanks in advance.
New Ranks! (March 12, 2004)
Congratulate these student on a job well done! Keep up the good
work!:
Brown/Black Belt: Nathan Sanford, Jim Rivard
Brown Belt: C.J. Gagnon
Blue Belt: Peyton Dannewitz, Emma Downing, Allyson Hayden
Orange Belt: Jack Granfors, Gabrielle Herman
Yellow Belt: Raju Gandhi, Leah Smith, Cade Smith, Wyatt Smith,
Tom King
Tiny Tigers Orange: Claire Foley
Also, Eric van Tassell, Dan Quimby, and Amanda Mead are moving on to their 3rd and final Black Belt exam to be held April 24th with the rest of the Black Belt Candidates! Wish them well!
Keep up the good work!
Happy Birthday!!!
Another year older and wiser....
04/08.............................. Dan Quimby
04/19............................ Edith van Tassell
04/19............................. Julius van Tassell
04/22 .......................... Cameron Robertson
04/22 ....................... Colin McDermott
Welcome New Students!
Please welcome these new members to our MVKS family:
Tim Driscoll, Brandon Sloan (Tiny Tigers)
Elisabeth Wilson (Beg. Kids)
Black Belt Candidate Review Class Scheduled
All Black Belt candidates are encouraged to participate in a review class on April 10th, 12:30-1:30. The Spring Tech list and Form 4 will be covered. Cost is $20 per person.
Pro Shop Sale Item
Save $5.00 on a new MVKS Forms and Techniques Video CD!.
Reg. price: $39.99
Sale Price: $34.99
Thought for the Month
" This is the beginning of a new day. I have been given this day to use as I will. I can waste it, or use it for good, but what I do today is important, because I am exchanging a day in my life for it! When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever, leaving in its place something that I have traded for it. I want it to be gain and not loss, good and not evil, success and not failure, in order that I shall not regret the price I have paid for it. I will try just for today, for you never fail until you stop trying."
- Ric
