First: July summer camps July 10-14 and July 24-28. Plenty of space still available, but they are filling up! Sign up now! Second: WE ARE CLOSED FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 4TH! Every summer we shut down one week to provide a little respite for our instructors. The week varies by year and […]
posted on February 15, 2017 by
Modernizing the Martial Arts: Part 3
In part one of this series we discussed modernizing the behavior modifications of the traditional Martial Art school. Then, in part two we discussed adapting the curriculum for working with the special needs of the student. In part three we will be discussing the usage of technology in the classroom. This concept – technology – […]
posted on February 6, 2017 by
Our New Reality
We face an unprecedented challenge. One World Karate sits in a unique niche in an underrepresented minority, in a state that largely doesn’t seem to care about them. Children who need physical, occupational, and other forms of therapy are being denied these essential services because the state has cut funding to an alarming degree. They […]
posted on January 13, 2017 by
Modernizing the Martial Arts, Part 2
Modernizing Martial Arts , part 2 In Part 1 of Modernizing the Martial Arts, I discussed the outdated concepts of punitive traditions in Martial Art schools. I explained how we are going to change that in One World Karate, and why. In Part 2 I aim to explain how 1WK is going to adapt the […]
posted on December 15, 2016 by
Modernizing the Martial Arts, Part 1
Modernizing the Martial Arts, Part 1 Before the Gracies came along and turned the Martial Art world on it’s ear (often literally with a two leg take down and a side mount), the operative word was “Tradition”. There was a whole lot of arguing over what styles were best, but in the end an overwhelmingly large […]
posted on December 5, 2016 by
One World Karate Winter Fundraiser
One World Karate Winter Fundraiser We are raising funds for specialty equipment this year, including balance boards and balls, therapy benches, and more! All so we can continue to be the best program for students with special needs in all of Austin. Raffle tickets for sale! Multiple chances to win on each ticket! Ticket cost: […]
posted on November 30, 2016 by
WINTER CAMP!
WINTER CAMP! This year we are holding a week long Winter Camp for all ages!! We are holding a half day camp from Monday, December 26 to Friday, December 30. The camp runs from 9:00AM to Noon each day. This years camp is JEDI WARRIOR TRAINING! We will learn about the Jedi code of […]
posted on October 6, 2016 by
October Newsletter
October newsletter. ** Student of the Month ———————————————————— SAMMY PRATHER FROM THE TUE / THU 6:45 CLASS! CONGRATS TO SAMMY! Sammy displayed perfect attendance, hard work, focus, discipline, and answered the newsletter riddle correctly. WAY TO GO! ** October Schedule ———————————————————— Monday 10th – SCHOOL CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY UPDATED TIME! Saturday 8th […]
posted on September 1, 2016 by
September Newsletter
** Student of the Month CONGRATULATIONS TO JONAH! Jonah is our August student of the month! He had perfect attendance, answered the newsletter riddle correctly, and put in tremendous effort in his classes! He wins a $25 gift certificate! WAY TO GO! ** Reviews Reviews are exceptionally important for the growth of our school. […]
