The Infamous MVKS Costume Party!

“This was the best costume party ever!” said the Egyptian Queen. There was lots of fun, games, prizes and treats to be had as MVKS was invaded by monsters, princesses, pirates and cowboys on the 28^th of October. This is one of my favorite events of the year, and I’d like to thank all of the volunteers who helped make this party a success. Now get that candy away from me!! Pictured at left are Tucker, Dante, Tristan, and Joshua, with their prize ribbons.

This Month ... New 3rd Degree Black Belts!

Please join me in congratulating Justin Clarke, John Coughlin, sr., and Shad Smith for earning their 3^rd degree Black Belts on November 4^th. These gentlemen and 7 others from throughout New England tested before the Senior Board of Examiners and did an exceptional job. 3rd Black is a very significant rank in our schools as it documents someone who has completed and can perform the entire Kenpo system. Great job, guys! We are all proud of you!!

Our Black Belt Candidates took their 3^rd exam on Oct 28^th and came up a little short. They were close enough to passing that they should only need another month of preparation, and I’ll be working with them personally on Wednesday nights to ensure their success. Please encourage them and wish them well on their next test scheduled for Dec 2^nd. If all goes as planned, they’ll be receiving their Black belts on Friday, December 8^th.

Shop for the martial artist in your family while they’re in class next week! The 2006 century Christmas Catalogs are in, and they’re filled with tons of gift ideas from 5 to 500 dollars! The deadline for catalog orders is Saturday, November 18^th. Feel free to take a catalog home with you. Not sure what to buy? Staff will be available to offer suggestions.

This cycle and the next one will be short, 4-week cycles, due to the holidays. This means we will have some non-curriculum classes during Thanksgiving week.

Take a break from the holiday rush, or go out and get into it! MVKS is offering a parents night out on Saturday, December 2dn from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. We'll play games, have pizza, and watch a movie. See the Bulletin Board at the Studio and reserve your space to day. Space is limited!

1. Compare this technique to Glancing Spear. What similarities and differences do you find?

Find more questions and tips for this technique in the library. {MVKS students, please visit the Monthly Techniques in the Student Center.}