Mat Space

We now have an interim space! GET YOUR TRAINING FACE ON! Classes resume in this next week at regular time on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday - in the basement of the old dojo at 7403 Manchester Rd. (in the Kickboxing / MMA downstairs training space - Senpai will have key). Tues: 7am-8:30am (adult), 5pm-6pm (kids), 6pm-8pm (adult) Thurs: 7am-8:30am (adult), 5pm-6pm (kids), 6pm-8pm (adult) Sat: 8am-10am (adult), 10am-12pm (kids) Now is not the time to take a break. Now is not the time to let your training fizzle out... Now is the time to hit the mat and tear it up! NOW is the time to be the strongest dojo family we can be - with or without a building of our own, we are THREE RIVERS! Your dojo needs you! If TRA (or Sensei) has ever impacted you, changed your life, made a difference in who you (or your kids) are, comforted you without questions or judgement, moved your boxes, paid for lunch, let you throw because it just wasn't a good day... the time has come that you can ...

Transcribed and adapted from a video produced by “World of Martial Arts Television” People often view the Martial Arts as a violence fueling activity that makes children more aggressive.  Well, nothing could be further from the truth.  The Martial Arts does prepare the child for the violent nature of society, yes, that much is obvious.  But there is a far deeper benefit from training in the martial arts. 1. Increased self discipline This is one of the most underestimated parts of martial arts is that they deliver so much value in life .  Teach kids the power of self-discipline and they will be able to succeed when faced with adversity and they will become a champion in life . 2. Improved Social Skills/Make Friends For Life Every drill, or game or throw requires children to work in co-operation .  The child learns that they improve by working with their peers and this is a valuable lesson in real life.  This leads to greater connection and...