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Parent’s Guide to Martial Arts
What to Expect When Your Child Joins Our Dojo “The best thing we can do for our children is give them…
The Power of Discipline
Building Habits for Martial Arts Success in 2025 “Motivation gets you started. Discipline keeps you going.” – Jim Ryun Discipline…
Planning Your Long-Term Martial Arts Goals
From White Belt to Black Belt “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” – Lao Tzu Earning…
Setting Martial Arts Goals for the New Year
Start Planning Now! “A goal without a plan is just a wish.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. The start of a new year…
Overcoming Winter Blues:
How Martial Arts Boosts Mood & Energy “Physical activity is the best medicine for the winter blues.” It’s a simple truth…
Black Belt Throwback!!
Miss Claire’s Black Belt Throwback More than 4 years ago Miss Claire wrote the following essay in preparation for her Black…
Honoring a Milestone
Shihan: A New Title Crabapple Martial Arts Academy is thrilled to share a momentous achievement in our dojo’s history. Last weekend at…
Fall into Fun
Why October is a Great Time to Start Martial Arts October is here, and with it comes cooler weather, fun fall…
Celebrating Your Success
What Achieving the Next Rank Means for Your Martial Arts Journey Testing for the next rank in martial arts is a big…
Back to School, Forward with Discipline:
How Martial Arts Prepares Students for Academic Success As the back-to-school season approaches, students and parents alike are gearing up for the…
Character in Action
The Role of Martial Arts in Character Development At Crabapple Martial Arts Academy, we understand that martial arts is much more than…
The Confidence Kick
How Martial Arts Boosts Self-Esteem in Kids and Adults At Crabapple Martial Arts Academy, we’ve witnessed the transformative power of martial arts…