Holiday School Closings

The karate studio will be closed on the following dates for the holidays:

December 24, 25 and 26th.

December 31st & January 1st.

We wish all of you a wonderful Holiday season --and in 2008 let's all "COMMIT TO BE FIT!"

Please mark these dates on your calenders!

Join the EK Demo Team!

For anyone interested in being on the Demo team, this is the list of requirements to be apart of the Extreme Team:

You must first be a member of the Black Belt Champions.

You must be committed to the team.

Other team commitments cannot come before demo team. Missing practice or a performance for soccer or baseball is not acceptable.

You must be able to make the mandatory team practices every Thursday night at 6:45 to 7:30.

New members will be permitted to walk on to the team on Thursday the 13th of December 6:45 to 7:30.

We hope to see you there!

December Testing & Graduation

On December 18th & 19th, testing will be held during classes for belt stripes.

Friday, December 21st is Exam Night and Graduation for students that received a red stripe and are advancing to the next belt. The proceedings will begin at 6 pm. Family and friends are welcome to come and cheer you on. Pizza will be provided after the graduation is complete.

***Please wear your full Gi for exam/graduation night***

Good Luck!

((Reminder: There will be no classes Graduation Night!))

December Spotlight Week

Beginning December 3rd, 2007 ALL students who are eligible for belt promotions this month will be highlighted in class. This is a great way to acknowledge the training and dedication each student has exhibited up to this point!

Family Appreciation Month!

Here at Extreme Karate we always appreciate all of our families that dedicate their time to our top-notch students, but we decided to officially label December "Family Appreciation Month."

Talk to Sensei Dennis, Sensei Frank, Sensei Keriann or Sensei Steve about how YOU can train for free!

Email Addys

Sensei Dennis is requesting the email addresses of all Extreme Karate parents. This will help him to contact everyone in case of school closings for inclement weather, special announcements and changes to the schedule or planned events.

Don't be left out of the loop...drop Sensei and email HERE with "My Email Address" in the subject line so he can add you to the list.

Thank you!

EK Charities

Christmas/Hanukkah:

At the front of the school you will notice a large barrel for The Marines' Toys for Tots Foundation. Anyone that can bring in a NEW, UNWRAPPED toy will surely put a smile on a little face this year! You can also Sponsor a toy via their website.

Thanks to everyone in advance for helping Extreme Karate make someone's holidays a little brighter!

Thanksgiving:

At the front of the school you will find collection boxes for CANNED GOODS that we will be donating to Philabundance. Right now their food supply is NOT enough to feed the families that need help this Thanksgiving. Here are some suggestions from their website:

Sweet Potatoes (or Yams), canned
Instant Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans, canned
Macaroni and Cheese
Cranberry sauce, canned
Corn, canned
Turkey Gravy, canned
Stuffing Mix

Extreme Karate "Parents' Night Out" Sleepover

November 17th, 2007

Much to the delight of Extreme Karate students, a few times a year the Senseis host a "Parents' Night Out" sleepover for the kids at the dojo.

For your children this is a night of games, movies, pizza and fun supervised by Sensei Dennis and Sensei Frank.

For the parents this thank you from the EK team for your dedication as involved parents and an opportunity to go out knowing your children are in capable, trusted hands.

Drop off is 7pm Saturday night and pick up is 8am Sunday morning. Children should wear comfortable clothes (sweatpants/pjs) and bring a pillow and sleeping bag. Video games/books are also welcome.

There is a limit to the number of children that can participate, so speak to a Sensei to reserve your spot or if you have any questions/concerns about the evening.

November Testing and Graduation

On November 13th and 14th, testing will be held during classes for belt stripes.

Friday, November 16th is Exam Night and Graduation for students that received a red stripe and are advancing to the next belt. The proceedings will begin at 6 pm. Family and friends are welcome to come and cheer you on. Pizza will be provided after the graduation is complete.

***Please wear your full Gi for exam/graduation night***

Good Luck!

((Reminder: There will be no classes Graduation Night!))

Extreme Karate Holiday Sale!

It's here again already...the EK Holiday Sale. There are currently catalogs available at the front desk of the dojo (or ask a Sensei if you don't see any). TONS of wonderful Holiday martial arts gifts at discount prices for your loved ones and yourself.

The sale will be held at the studio on Saturday, November 10th.

You can see many of the available items on Century's website.

Full Uniform Required

As of Thursday, November 1st 2007 FULL UNIFORMS (meaning Gi tops and pants, no t-shirts) will be required for all students. The Senseis thank you in advance for making this change.

Dojo Guidelines

The Senseis here at Extreme Karate love that so many family members come out to support our students. We understand the sacrifices that you make to ensure your child makes the requires classes.

In order to maintain a working and productive environment for our students, we ask that you read over the following Dojo guidelines:

Please...
*Silence cell phones and take any necessary calls outside the studio.

*Keep voices down during conversation while classes are in session.

*Keep children viewing the class quiet and remind them that there is no running in the Dojo.

*Address you child's instructor by their title (Sensei) during classes and while children are present.

*Do not wear shoes on the mat.

*Try to be present for the opening and closing Creed.

*Show respect by remaining seated and halting conversation during the closing and opening creeds.

*Give your child praise, encouragement and positive reinforcement.

Thank you from all of us at Extreme Karate for being a VIP!!!
(Very Involved Parent)

Happy Halloween: No Classes

Just a reminder that Extreme Karate will be closed on Wednesday, October 31st.
Be safe, have fun and have a very HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

October Leadership Week

Leadership Week will be held October 22nd - 27th.

All Extreme Karate students are encouraged to bring a friend to class (Permission form must be completed in advance).

Leadership Stars will be awarded to all students who participate.

Please see one of the Senseis for a "Bring a Friend" form.

October Black Belt Club

There will be a Black Belt Champions Class held on Saturday, October 27th. The class time is 1:00pm - 1:45pm. Make sure to mark the date so you don't miss the fun!!!

Please speak with Sensei Dennis for more information.