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Toy Abundance
As a child I didn’t have a room full of toys. I did not sit in front of a TV to learn baby sign language, a foreign language, nor did I listen to Bach and Beethoven. I went to school … Continue reading
Posted in children, Martial Arts, Organized Sports, parenting
Tagged children, development, Larioza, learning, martial arts, media, Ohana, Ohana Karate, Sam Larioza, Sensei, toys
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The Whirlwind
As a parent, we often find ourselves in situations where we lose control, say words that we don’t mean, raise our voices when it is unnecessary, and generally act like a child. In the heat of the moment we sometimes … Continue reading
Posted in children, Martial Arts, Organized Sports, parenting
Tagged apologizing, children, cook, day, forgiveness, Larioza, martial arts, mistake, Ohana, Ohana Karate, parent, Sam Larioza, Sensei, time
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Making Friends
What makes a good friend? What attributes do you look for in a friend? What attributes do you think a good friend has? Make sure your child sees examples of good friendships in your own relationships. Your child will see … Continue reading
Posted in children, Classes for Kids, Karate, Martial Arts, Organized Sports, Role Model, team
Tagged children, friendships, karate, kids, Larioza, martial arts, Ohana, Ohana Karate, Sam Larioza, Sensei
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Promotions Mean More Than a Belt
A few times a year, Ohana Karate holds belt promotion ceremonies, which recognize the hard working karate students who have progressed. At each of these events, hundreds of spectators, including parents, grandparents, family members, and friends, gather to celebrate the … Continue reading
