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Closed July 4, 5, & 6

JULY 27Little Ninja Monkey’s

11:00AMRANK TEST 11:30AM

LINK’S MARTIAL ARTS JULY 2019

NEWSLETTER

Summer is here and being safe is on everyone’s minds. This month our focus is on self protection through the use of superior confidence, perseverance and indomitable spirit.

The number one component in personal self protection is confidence. Every person has the right to defend him or herself from the threat of bodily harm. How you respond to a threat will greatly depend on your confidence, your ability to persevere, and your ability to face your fears. It is the confidence to believe in yourself that fuels the fire of perseverance. Perseverance is your ability to never, never, never give up, until you are free from harm. Indomitable Spirit is required to face your fears.

Knowledge is power! The more you know, the more you

practice, the safer you will be.

Blue Maxx training allows us the opportunity to practice techniques. We learn when to strike, how to strike and the best time to strike.

At Link's Martial Arts we have a simple five step principle designed for self-defense. VerbalDistractBreak-freeFollow-upGet away

You will learn how to use this principle in part or in conjunction with one another. Naturally, the best defense is to avoid confrontation. Sometimes avoidance is not possible. That is when your knowledge and skills come to your service.

" The true spirit of the martial arts is to

Be strong enough to be gentle.”

*ALL BLUE MAXX TRAINING DATES ARE HIGHLIGHTED IN YELLOW ON THE CALENDAR

“There’s only one basic principle of self defense. You must apply the most

effective weapon as soon as possible, to the most vulnerable target.”

Bruce Lee

SUMMER CAMPJULY 18, 19, & 20

Link’s Martial Arts Word of the Month SELF DEFENSE

BLUE MAXX TRAINING

Confidence "Believe in your abilities"

Perseverance "Never, never, never give up!"

Indomitable Spirit "The ability to face your fear"

BODY, MIND, SPIRITBLUE ZONES PROJECT

The Blue Zone Project has participants engaging in the activities that research has shown are essential for happiness, health, and longevity. At Link’s Martial Arts our goal is to introduce our students to these ideas, providing information and a supportive social group as we continue to strengthen our body, mind, and spirit through martial arts training. This month LMA is putting a strong emphasis on our students ability to protect themselves from harm. Ultimately, being placed in stressful situations to achieve success in their self defense abilities. Harnessing the power of relaxation and meditation will reward students with a sense of calmness and confidence that is needed in high stress situation as well as coping with everyday life.

Philosophy of the Martial Arts Link’s Martial Arts Student Success Journal

The ultimate goal of the martial arts is to become a better person not only in the martial arts but in every area of life. By studying the martial arts the student begins to look deeper into their self. Their strengths and weaknesses are revealed. Through this process of self-reflection comes the real opportunity for growth in body, mind and spirit.

The study of the martial arts can be traced far back into the history of mankind. The originators and practitioners of the martial arts mastered techniques that would make them equal to any threat they might have to face. They came to understand that when one is far superior to their opponent they could easily control their opponent without killing. It is this understanding that releases the student from fear.

Fear is restricting. One who is fearful limits himself and often tries to impose limitation upon the freedoms of others. The student who is free from fear no longer seeks to dominate others. They are

confident in the knowledge that they will not be dominated. The student comes to realize they have a valid place in the world. They are free to develop their unique individuality.

The student masters the concept of Yin and Yang, “hard and soft”. They become mild in manner, insofar as they know they can assert their self with force if necessary. The student becomes like water. Water, which possesses tremendous force for giving life or exerting terrible destruction. Water that is a beautiful and gentle stream. Water that easily changes direction as it flows around the jagged rocks in its path.

The relaxation of meditation is an important factor in one’s ability to obtain happiness, health and longevity. This ability to go with the flow is often hard to achieve in todays highly stressed fast paced society. Those who practice meditation reap the rewards; Decrease stress, anxiety, and depression Lower blood pressure and increase blood flow Boost energy Increase clarity of mind Reduce anger and frustration Improve digestion

“A Plant Based Diet has a Positive impact on Your Body, Mind, & Spirit”

What a person eats directly affects a persons mood. Choose wisely, eat a rainbow of fruits & vegetables, and make time to relax. Link’s Martial Arts supports healthy behaviors through martial arts training. LMA is truly your network for a healthier, happier life - training body, mind, and spirit for all of our LMA family/Moai.

“Water that easily changes direction as it

flows around the jagged rocks in its path”

It is Never too Early to Set a GoalRepresent Link’s Martial Arts

in Competition!

INDIVIDUAL LESSONS ARE AVAILABLE TO HELP YOU PREPARE

FOR COMPETITION SUCCESS

2019 Tournament SeasonAs dates and activities are announced, tournament and special event information will be posted in the LMA Newsletter and on the LMA bulletin boards. Grandmaster Link is available to help with registration.COMPLETED EVENTSOUTSTANDING! First Point Earning EventLMA Competitive Edge Tournament & LMA Honor Awards Banquet

FANTASTIC!Infinity Nationals at the KalahariTeam LMA bring home 6 -1st place, 3 - 2nd place and 3 - 3rd place trophies

SAVE THE DATEAugust 18 - ELITE Tournament Monroe WI

New DATE October 5 - LMA WaupunLMA Competitive Edge Tournament

September - DATE - South Beloit, ILEXCEL OPEN

October 25, 26, & 27 - Walt Disney World, FLInternational Martial Arts Festival

November 10 Milwaukee, WIMilwaukee Open

December 8 - Middleton, WIBattle for Badger State

December 21 - LMA MayvilleLast Point Earning Event of 2019LMA Competitive Edge Tournament & Christmas Party

2019 Point Champions will be awarded at the LMA Honor Awards Banquet kicking off the 2020 Season.

Training Time Until Next Event

August 18 = 49 Days

NOW IS YOUR TIME!

“Champions are Forged Through Dedicated

Practice!”

Little Ninja Monkeys Parent & Me Class

SHARE THE NEWS! NEW CLASS DAY!

***Saturdays 11:00-11:30 MayvilleThis program is for our youngest students, 2-3 years of age. Parents and children learn introductory martial arts techniques while children enhance their basic motor skills and develop positive social behavior. Our program is designed to inspire with the use of martial arts equipment and fun martial arts activities. Come play, learn, and spend quality time with your child. Each class is 30 minutes in length. Instructor, Miss Link

MONKEY POWER!

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENT

New DATE October 5 - LMA Waupun

LMA Competitive Edge Tournament

Please make a note of the change and SAVE THE

DATE!

Link’s Martial Arts Black Belt Club

BBC ELITE TeamBBC is for our students that have set a goal to go above and beyond in their martial arts training. Benefits of Membership*Excel in TKD techniques *Build competition skills* Option to represent LMA in travel opportunities for competition (Events may be changed or added as events become available.) *Gain demonstration, team work and leadership skills*Synchronized Team Performances*Competitive sparring training

*Represent LMA in performance opportunities. (Performance dates will be added to the schedule as they become available.)*Kobudo training, earn rank in a different style

*TEAM building field trips*Be recognized as a role model at LMA*Wear exclusive BBC ELITE TEAM uniform - black fully embroidered

Black Belt Competition ELITE Team requires an Instructor recommendation for membership.

“Set your Goal to Train for Excellence”

JULY ACTIVITIES 25 Year Anniversary

Surprise Events!

Make the most of your opportunities!

July Blue Maxx Training

LINK’S MARTIAL ARTS EXTREME EXCELLENCE

TRAINING PROGRAMS

EXTREME TRICKSTERSChase G. - Reegan A. - Brady C. - Tessa S.

- Welcome New Trickster - Layton W.

EXTREME EXCELLENCE MembersOlivia K. - Connor C. - Owen M.

EXTREME AIR MembersRena D. - Katy K. - Andy C.

FULL FORCE AIRKeagan C.

FULL FORCE AIR RAIDMiss Link

Take Part in all the Exciting Activities during our year long Celebration

September 2018 - September 2019

2019Black Belt Club Members

Mr. PlierMr. Berthold

Keagan CragoKaty KwanAndy Chen

New Member Opportunities Coming This Fall!

Mr.Krukar and Keagan Crago are going to be running a food drive in Mayville and Waupun LMA Karate schools. We will be collecting non perishable foods in the months of June thru August. We are doing this food drive because there are friends and family that need our help.

Keagan Crago “I believe the world is one big family, and we

need to help each other.” Jet Li

July 2019 SELF DEFENSE

July 2019 SELF DEFENSE

July 2019 SELF DEFENSE

July 2019 SELF DEFENSE

July 2019 SELF DEFENSE

July 2019 SELF DEFENSE

July 2019 SELF DEFENSE

SundayMondayWaupun

TuesdayMayville

WednesdayWaupun

ThursdayMayville

FridayWaupun

SaturdayMayville

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EXTREME AIR6:00-7:30

SELF DEFENSE

Full Force AIR5:00-6:30

BLUE MAXX SELF DEFENSE

Closed for the Holiday!

Closed for the Holiday!

Closed for the Holiday!

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EXTREME AIR6:00-7:30

SPARRING

Full Force AIR5:00-6:30

SELF DEFENSE

FORMS

EXTREME TRICKSTERS

4:00-5:30

BBC ELITE 6:15-7:45 6:15-7:00 8 and under

SINIWALIS

EXTREME EXCELLENCE &

FULL FORCE AIR

4:30-7:00Candidate Test

7:00

FORMS

Ninja Monkeys 11:00

BLUE MAXX

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EXTREME AIR6:00-7:30

BLUE MAXX

SETS

No Full Force AIRSELF DEFENSE

Summer Camp

No TKD or Extreme Tricksters

Summer Camp

No TKD or Extreme Classes

Summer Camp

No Ninja Monkeys

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EXTREME AIR6:00-7:30

FORMS

Full Force AIR5:00-6:30

SINIWALIS & KDM

SETSEXTREME

TRICKSTERS 4:00-5:30

BBC ELITE 6:15-7:45 6:15-7:00 8 and under

BLUE MAXX

EXTREME EXCELLENCE &

FULL FORCE AIR

4:30-7:00

SELF DEFENSE

Ninja Monkeys 11:00

RANK TEST11:30

No JJ or TKD Classes

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EXTREME AIR6:00-7:30

LMA WAUPUN CLOSED

Full Force AIR5:00-6:30

FORMS BLUE MAXX

Confidence ="Believe in your abilities"

Perseverance ="Never, never, never give up!"

Indomitable Spirit ="The ability to face your fear"