life skills
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…
Thanksgiving for Parents
How Martial Arts Teaches Kids Respect and Gratitude “Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues but the parent of all others.”…
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…
Why Consistency Matters
Building Discipline During the Holiday Season The holiday season is magical—but let’s face it, it’s also chaotic. Family dinners, school recitals, shopping…
Strength in Giving Back
How Martial Arts Teaches Kids the Value of Helping Others Strength isn’t just about physical power—it’s about character. Studies show that people…
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…
Testing for the Next Rank
Building Character Through Martial Arts In martial arts, testing for the next rank is a big step in your journey. Every time…