Dave Intro

[Dave Samuel]

Hello Everyone,

 

I've been training at Mr. Oliver's dojo since the start of 2011, and I am greatly enjoying the experience.  A desire to explore my interests and a simple Goggle search led me to zenmaritalarts.com.  Over the last couple of months I've come to realize how lucky I have been in finding Mr. Oliver's dojo. 

 

2010 was a rough year for me; it saw the end of a long term relationship and I left a job which oscillated between being the perfect job and the antithesis of my personality.  By nature, I tend to be an introverted person - but with the upset of my comfortable pre-2010 existence I realized I needed to explore my interests and expand my horizons.

 

My primary goal in taking martial arts is to improve my self-confidence.  I've never been in a physical confrontation that devolved to a fight, and although I realize it is a little silly (ie, machismo), for me to feel confident I need to feel that I can handle myself in a fight.  That said, I've been enjoying class for three main reasons; a feeling of accomplishment, meeting friendly people, and gaining a sense of identity.

 

Thank you Mr. Oliver for being a skilled and patient instructor, and thank you to my classmates for being a friendly and welcoming group.  I look forward to my next opportunity to spar, practice, and workout with you all.

 

-Dave

[Lisa Clark]

It's really interesting to me how our dojo family has come together. Google, friends of friends, accidental walk bys, ... but all are welcome. You especially Mr. Dave. It's nice to partner with a good-humored giant who can give and take a good roundhouse. ;)
Cheers to more training!

[Adren Bradley]

Welcome Dave,
Glad your appart of our team, thanks for your help today before class, and keep up that stretching....see you next class.