ATHENS' BEST  MA
American Black Belt Academy )
Academy NOVEMBER E-News: November 2008
In this issue
  • Principles of a Martial Artist .....
  • Parents' Corner ...
  • Health Kick...
  • NEW ... Women's Fitness Class
  • Hey Everyone !!

    Welcome to our E-News Online Newsletter for the Thanksgiving Month of November ! It's been an exciting back to school and fall continues with new programs, more classes, and more new events from Athens' Best Martial Arts School next !!

    November's student password is --- turkey


    American Black Belt Academy
    Shihan Randy McElwee
    Director
    American Black Belt Academy

    Principles of a Martial Artist .....
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    Black Belt Learning Strategies


    At American Black Belt Academy a black belt is awarded to every person who reaches their max potential in the Martial Arts.


    Because the time varies so greatly, people often wonder what the secret is to rapid progress in martial arts. Most instructors would tell you that all it takes is hard training as often as possible. At American Black Belt Academy we believe that it is not just how many classes you take, but what you take from the classes.

    Those who progress most rapidly are the ones who know how to learn most effectively.
    In this article we will be discussing one learning strategy that will help you reach black belt in the least amount of time possible.

    Black Belt Learning Strategy #4: Become a Type 2 Student .........

    Parents' Corner ...
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    "Martial Arts Motivation for Children"

    By Jeffrey Miller

    I want to address a common parental concern that I continue to encounter, both in my role as a martial arts teacher, and as a fellow parent. This is in the difficulty that many parents often encounter in getting their young student to martial arts class only to be even more confused at their child's enthusiasm when they are actually in class. "I have to fight to get them here," or "He just wants to play with his friends," are common complaints that I hear from frustrated parents.

    They find it very difficult to understand the contradiction between having to fight to get their child to class and the fact that they have so much fun when they get there.

    To solve the 'mystery' and eliminate the misunderstanding we must first understand the way a child thinks and the way their brain has developed to this point in their young lives............

    Health Kick...
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    Plan Ahead for Holiday Eating

    seems like the next few months of celebrations revolve around food. Not just any foods, but tempting, mouth-watering, high-caloric foods that are impossible to resist. Of course, with a little pre- planning, you can limit the effects these foods can have on your health and weight.

    First, remember you can say 'no' to food. The food police are not going to force another helping of latkes or mashed potatoes and gravy down your throat (Aunt Myrtle is another story). Second, you can enjoy the traditional holiday foods, but moderation will play a part in staying on tract. Third, remember the scout motto and be prepared.

    Get some tips on how to feast without becoming a beast .............

    NEW ... Women's Fitness Class
    Fit Chick

    It's SOMETHING Else!

    It's NOT Step Aerobics ...

    It's NOT Boot Camp ....

    It's NOT Weight Lighting .....

    It's NOT Spin ....


    We would like to personally invite you to attend the most comprehensive and effective fitness training for women available featuring a great variety of exercise, muscle toning, body shaping techniques and personal fitness consultation !

    KICK START is an integrated, athletic training challenge for all levels of fitness.

    Cardio, flexibility, and toning circuits are combined with core conditioning integrated routines that will help you to lose fat, gain muscle and firm up.
    Core training exercises your abdominal and lower back muscles to help support good posture and increase performance. Since all movement is initiated from your center of gravity, otherwise known as your core, all activities become more efficient when you have a strong and coordinated core.

    Tuesdays at 5:00pm

    We'll help you;

    • Increase your Flexibility
    • Firm up
    • Increase your Energy Level
    • Decrease your Body Fat
    FIND YOUR PASSION FOR FITNESS!!!!

    BELT EXAMs
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    We'd like to make sure everyone remembers that we will be holding our November belt exams on the 7th and 8th of November.

    Children: Lil Dragons & Goshin Juniors will test on
    Friday 7 NOVEMBER 2008

    Adult Martial Arts & Jiu Jitsu will test on Saturday
    8 NOVEMBER 2008

    Please review the testing schedule, exam roster, and upcoming events to see how it may affect you by visiting our website
    @ http://www.americanblackbelt.org/student.html

    Check the Student Page ...

    NOVEMBER BLACK BELT CLUB
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    November is a very special month that begins a busy holiday schedule. Due to the occurence of dates that fridays fall on this November, the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday, and some Academy special events there will a limited number of Black Belt Club classes.

    FRIDAY - 24 NOVEMBER 08

    FRIDAY - 28 NOVEMBER 08

    See You - - - - There !!!

    Have you got what it takes to wear RED ?

    THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY ...
    THANKSGIVING
    Please remember that we will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday;

    WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY
    26 & 27 NOVEMBER

    Regualrly scheduled classes will resume on

    FRIDAY 28 NOVEMBER 2008 !!

    Have A Happy Thanksgiving ........

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