Hi, I know I haven’t posted in so long, but the 1st has marked the end of my six months. I am happy but it’s not that exciting because I still have a lot of work to do. The reason why I didn’t post much is because I have been really busy. With karate? Nope. Well of course karate but also school, a week long field trip, and pathogens. I am proud to say I got to the top of the honor roll with a 4.0 (which is all A’s for people who haven’t gotten to middle school or high school…

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For my black belt project I decided to help collect sock donations for the homeless. This time of year, our city is cold and wet and having a dry feet is an important step in keeping yourself warm. I want to make sure that those in our community who don't have a warm place to sleep can still keep have clean, dry socks and warm feet. I am collecting socks through the dojo and my school - Capitol Montessori Project. Thank you for any donations! …

Hello!  My name is Lucas Grant and I am helping the families at Mustard Seed School stay warm this winter by donating new kids and adult size gloves.  Mustard Seed School helps homeless families in the Sacramento area.  My donation box is in the dojo.  Thank you for your help!

Lucas …

Video 9 - My Dog Likes Yoga

For my Tiny Tiger Black Belt Project I have…

Week 53 - 25 Days to Goooooo!

You are invited to make holiday cards for children at the Children's Receiving Home of Sacramento, during and immediately after karate classes at the dojo on Tuesday, Dec. 9, and Saturday, Dec. 13!

Nessa Weiner and Kiefer Wilbur, both Little Dragon brown belt students, have chosen to collect toys for the kids at the Children's Receiving Home of Sacramento as their black belt service project. You may have…

Francis's black belt project is called "Friends By Heart". 

LETTING FOSTER CHILDREN KNOW THAT THEY ARE IMPORTANT AND SPECIAL

Sometimes a child cannot stay with his or her first family, and is moved to a foster home or shelter. A foster child can make new friends but may be moved again to another temporary family. He or she will need to adapt to that family and make more new friends. 

We can help by welcoming all children as important and a special part of our…

Hanshi Marilyn Fierro

9th Dan Isshinryu Karate

I met Hanshi…

Week 52 - 365 Days! 8,766 Hours! 525,949 Minutes! Seriously... It's a long time.