August
16th Kung-Fu
Five Animals Seminar 10:00am -11:30am
August 18th/19th Stripe Testing
August 19th/20th
Little Ninja Awards
August 22nd
Powerful Words Due
August 23rd
Belt Promotion 9:30 Start
August 23rd
Farewell Tea for Sifu Kelsey 12:00 - 1:00 pm
August 25th - Sept. 2nd Studio Closed (Maintenance)
Student Training Notes:
Our August Leadership training will be on August 1st at 7:00pm.
Ultimate Summer Camp is filling up fast, so be sure to book early—Space is
Limited. IKF registered students receive a 20% discount on their Summer Camp
registration
Five Animal Forms Seminar is open to Leadership students ONLY. Be sure to
pre-register with Ian at the front desk.
Farewell to Sifu Kelsey Johnson who leaves us this month heading off to
college. On behalf of staff and students, we thank Kelsey for her contributions
and wish her all the very best! To show your appreciation please join us at the
school to say farewell on Saturday, August 23rd at 12:00 pm.
“Begin
The Quest to Be Your Best”
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Updated: August 5th,
2008
Dear Families Of The
Cowichan Valley,
My name is Sifu Cathal Walsh. I am the
founder of Island Kung-Fu Family Martial Arts Academy. We
are located in Duncan, BC and are the Cowichan
Valley experts in the field of martial arts
education for children, and families! I
invite you to call me today at 701.0222 or email
me at info@islandkungfu.com
and I'd be happy to extend to you a 30-Day
No Risk trial so that you or your child can experience
the benefits of training at our school first
hand!
If you are considering
improving your child's focus, confidence,
discipline, and respect, then read
on to find out how our martial arts school can
help your family!
You may already be aware
of the popularity of our programs. So why
are so many parents and families choosing our
school? In a word...Results!
Through
participation in our program, your child will...
Feel more certain about
themselves by learning to consistently do
the right thing without being told...we call
this self-discipline.
Show respect and
confidence by looking you in the eye and
saying please and thank you!
Try harder at school
and at home to do the right thing and to be
successful.
See a measurable improvement
on their report card.
Remember, the benefits
of Martial Arts aren't just for children...
If you're an adult, expect
to experience...
Significant improvement
in your health. You'll have more
energy to do the things you need to do each
day.
Feeling less stressed
and overwhelmed....more in control.
An increase in your
confidence in yourself by knowing you can
protect yourself when threatened verbally or
physically.
A new circle of friends
with like minded interests and values
So,
Why Should You Enroll At Our School?
Let me first say that I believe that the martial arts have the potential to provide enormous benefit to all people. Whether that is actually realized will depend greatly on choosing the right school for you or your child based on your family's personal life philosophy and objectives. There are many aspects about our school that influence families to choose Island Kung-Fu. Here are some typical reasons...
1. Environment... Island Kung-Fu is a positive place to be! We promote an atmosphere of respect and self-discipline. Our students like being around other people who are positive, hard working, and respectful. It is this environment or "culture" of our school that is appealing to so many families.
2. Character Education...We teach much more than just punching and kicking! Our character education program , taught via our monthly
Powerful Words
curriculum is an integral part of the martial arts education our students receive. We don't rest on the reputation that the martial arts develop self-discipline, confidence, respect, integrity, and focus, we actually teach students how to develop these attributes for themselves! Lessons both on and off the training floor give students the opportunity to develop into well rounded martial artists, ready to take on life's challenges.
3. Family... We are a family martial arts school. The majority of our classes are family classes. This creates a certain atmosphere within the school; one without macho behaviour or aggressiveness. Moms, dads and children working out, learning, and having fun together.
4. Respect... From the moment you inquire at our academy to the day you receive your Black Belt we are committed to you being treated in a courteous, professional, and respectful manner. Our instructors are professionally trained not only in the martial arts but also in the area of developing individual potential. You and your child will be treated as an individual and supported throughout your training.
5. Quality...Our training programs and classes are organized, well structured and delivered with the highest level of instructional expertise. Rigorous training and a high standard for attitude and skill development is the result. We are a martial arts school and thus have high expectations for our students.
6. Results... Our students get the results they are looking for! Whether it's getting in shape for adults, learning self-defense or improving confidence and self-discipline for children, our school delivers on what we say we do. Students stay at our school because our training programs improve our students' lives and the results are undeniable!
I invite parents of children aged 4-16 and adults of all ages who are interested in receiving the kind of benefits mentioned above to call me today at 701-0222 or email me at info@islandkungfu.com to schedule
a no-obligation information meeting. Join the over 1000 students who have already benefited from training at our school. I look forward to meeting with you soon. Begin the quest to be your best!
Sifu Cathal Walsh
p.s. Now I know that words are
one thing and seeing and experiencing are quite
another! That's why I'd like to invite you or
your child to experience training at our school
first hand and risk free for 30 Days. I'll even include a complimentary
uniform so that you and your child feel part of
of our school. Just email me today at info@islandkungfu.com
or call me at 701.0222 and we'll set up your
first appointment.
Education Articles By
Sifu Cathal
(As Published In The
Cowichan Valley Citizen Newspaper)
