RK Martial Sciences & Fitness

What is that big bright orangy-yellow thing in the sky? Oh yeah...I think they call that the sun! It looks like we just might be able to dry out this week. However this IS Texas and as we know things do change quickly.

The advanced forms class was a big hit! And for anyone who says forms don't do anything for you...tell that to my body! An hour's worth of forms is a reeeally good work out! The next class will be Friday March 19th at 7pm.

We will make a slight adjustment for April as we ran into a parking situation with the Knight's 1st Friday Fish Fry. We will move to the 2nd and 4th Friday for April (4/9 and 4/23). Remember you need to know the current class form to attend.

We're coming up on mid-March and I know Spring Break is coming. RKMSF WILL be open all month long so if you are in town...we'll have a class for you.

The attendance/promotions list has been updated thru 3/6 and is posted in the lobby. Please make sure you check your class counts and promotion status.

3/27 at 9:30a is KFSS graduation. The doors will open at 8:30 so come early! If you have just joined us please come and be a part of the picture!

3/31 at 5pm is SNAP graduation. These folks have worked really hard so come and support them!
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Looking ahead for April...we are planning to make a scheduling change on Wednesday evenings. Immediately following SNAP, we will be having a basic Self Defense class from 6-7pm. This class is open to the public and will be a 4 week course 1 day a week and the cost will be $40. It will focus on awareness, grabs, holds and escapes and general precautions. So if you know someone who is interested in self defense but really isn't sure they want to commit to a full kung fu program....this is an excellent opportunity!

If you are a current KFSS student and you are just starting out...this is also a good way to pick up some additional knowledge and skills. IF you are a seasoned KFSS student and are available...we always need seasoned folks to help. We are taking reservations now so call 817.590.8585 or email me at kris@rkmartialsciences.com. Class begins April 7th.

We will hold our KFSS class from 7-8pm on Wednesdays.
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Have a great week and we'll see you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 9:36 AM | Permalink

It's March already! Its been a really cold and nasty winter, but spring should be just around the corner.

We'd like to announce the we will be offering an Advanced Forms class on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month (the first class being THIS Friday 3/5/10) at 7pm. The only pre-qualifier is that you know the current class form. This is NOT the clas to begin learning the form. The class will look deeper into the form and begin adding weapons to the forms. So if you are interested please contact us and let us know.

March 1st - Tuition is due.

March 27th is KFSS Graduation. The promotions list is posted in the lobby. We will begin at 9:30am, so please come early to get stretched out and be a part of the class picture.

March 31st at 5pm is our SNAP graduation.

We would like to thank all of our students and instructors. Without you there would be no RK Martial Sciences.

See you in class!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 4:58 PM | Permalink

Well! While the main roads will be clearing later the residential streets may take a little longer. We are also looking at temps dropping into the 20's tonight and we know what that means....any water on the roads, bridges and underpasses will freeze. So....

We will cancel tonight's class (Friday) and Saturday's 8:30 class, and open for the 10am and 11:30 classes on Saturday.

If you have any questions please feel free to email me at kris@rkmartialsciences.com or call 817.590.8585.

Be Safe and enjoy the snow! Its not everyday Texas sees 12 inches of snow!!!!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:56 AM | Permalink

So unless you've been under a rock all morning you know its been snowing since early this morning. It is supposed to keep snowing until late this evening and the temperature is going to stay right around freezing and then drop below freezing this afternoon. The roads are going to get pretty dangerous so discretion being the better part of valor....we're going to cancel all classes today.

We'll play tomorrow by ear.

Stay Safe!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:52 AM | Permalink

2010 is rocking right along. January flew by and we're heading into mid February. KFSS graduation is getting close (March 27th) and I will have the tentative promotions schedule up in lobby this weekend.

Our SNAP graduation will be March 31st.

Weather Alert!!! By now most of you have heard that the DFW area is in for some wintry weather long about Thursday. We all know this can change in a heartbeat, but the weather folks seem pretty sure we're going to see some white stuff....when and how much is still an unknown. I will try to get an email out early, but if you don't see anything by 4pm, please check the website before coming to class.

Be safe out there!

See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 11:26 AM | Permalink

We're almost through the first week of February! KFSS Graduation isn't far off, so please be sure you're getting you're classes in now!

There will be an instructor's meeting THIS Friday (2/5) at 7pm at the school. All instructor's and ID's are encouraged to attend. If you haven't had an opportunity to learn the new form, this is a good time to learn.

The weather has cold and rainy and it's hard to get motivated sometimes to come to class. Remember, when you move around during Kung Fu, your body is creating the endorphins to feel so much better during the dark rainy months. So if you're feeling a little down and lethargic...come to class!!!!=)

See you there!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 9:45 AM | Permalink

We're halfway through the month of January! Today is a holiday for many schools. We will be open for classes as usual.

If you're like me...January is an insanely busy month! It's important to make time to train not only your body, but your mind as well. Stress can slow the bodies ability to heal and in some cases even cause illness. Make the time to de-stress your body and your mind...come to class! Stress can also cause one to miss key indications trouble is brewing. Its important to be able to focus on your surroundings in order to be safe. This is hard to do when you're mind is focused on something else.

See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 3:23 PM | Permalink

It is the beginning of the new quarter. (Or rather last week was...) I think the weather kept many folks away from class, but we did have some brave souls who faced the sub-freezing temperatures to come to classes.

I'd like to encourage everyone to get your classes in early so you are not scrambling at the end of the quarter to get your classes in. KFSS Graduation will be March 27th and SNAP will be March 24th.

Its been a very cold start to winter and it will likely continue off and on for the next several months. Please make sure you keep your body flexible by warming up and stretching often.

See you in class!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 3:29 PM | Permalink

The arctic front that has been predicted all week finally arrived! (And it brought a friend....how thoughtful....NOT!) Anyone who has been watching the news knows many school districts and roadways in the area are currently closed (7:25am) due to black ice conditions and frigid temperatures that are not expected to climb above freezing today.

The ice is expected to evaporate (not melt) due to the high winds by about mid morning. IF the road conditions are clear this afternoon, we will hold classes tonight. PLEASE CHECK THE WEBSITE after lunch today and before you head to the school tonight. Any updates to the website after noon may not send an email update until late tonite or in the morning. If you have any questions, please call 817-590-8585.

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Posted by Kris Bates at 7:23 AM | Permalink

After speaking with Master Robert, we both agree we would rather ere on the side of caution. The snow is beginning to accumulate on the grass and roof tops in my area and as it is not likely to stop any time soon we feel the responsible thing to do is cancel class tonight.

The temperature is supposed to hover at or just above freezing and while the roadways may remain clear, the bridges and overpasses may begin to freeze.

We wish everyone a safe and happy New Year! We'll see you in class on Saturday January 2nd.

The winter SNAP quarter begins January 6th.

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Posted by Kris Bates at 3:12 PM | Permalink

Can you believe it? It's almost 2010! I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas. I know mine was. A little harrowing on Christmas Eve (I hope everyone made it to your destinations safely). The first white Christmas (that stuck) in 83 years!

Speaking of the weather, we're due to have more of the white stuff tomorrow. The schedule for the school this week is:

Monday/Tuesday 5:30 Adults and 6:30 Kids classes
Closed Wed-Fri
Resume normal schedules on Saturday January 2nd.

In the event the weather makes driving treacherous tomorrow, we will not hold classes. As Master Robert is teaching on Tuesday, I will be in communication with him to determine if class will be held. If we cancel class I will post it on the website, however the email may not go out in time...PLEASE check the website for updates. YOUR safety is our utmost concern. I was one of the many who were traveling on Christmas Eve....it took all of my San Soo training to remain relaxed!

SO....what they say is really true...if you don't like the weather in Texas...stick around...it will change!

Master Robert and I wish everyone a very HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Be Safe,
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 9:54 AM | Permalink

Brrrrrrrr! Its been a tad on the chilly side (ok...understatement I know). Make sure you're stretching to keep your muscles loose during these really cold periods.

KFSS Graduation is THIS Saturday December 12th at 9:30 am. Doors will open at 8:30am. Please come and support your fellow students and be part of the picture!

SNAP Graduation is Wednesday December 16th at 5pm.

We will run a regular schedule the 14th-19th (next week) and go into our Holiday schedule on the 21st.

Remember....

Monday the 21st AND Tuesday the 22nd: 1 Adult Class at 5:30 and 1 Kids Class at 6:30 Closed (Wed-Sat) the 23rd-26th.

Monday the 28th and Tuesday the 29th: 1 Adult Class at 5:30 and 1 Kids Class at 6:30 Closed (Wed-Fri) the 30th-Jan 1st. Open for regular Saturday Schedule and the beginning of the Winter Quarter on January 2nd.

The Holiday Schedule is posted at the school, so please familiarize yourself with it.

This has been a tough year for alot of folks. Master Robert and I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy and Safe New Year!

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:55 PM | Permalink

I hope everyone had a happy Thanksgiving! Winter has finally arrived in Texas and it's supposed to be a very cold week so remember to stretch!

We will be operating a normal schedule through the 19th of December. Our December Holiday schedule IS posted on the website on the calendar and will be posted at the school later this week.

Tuition is due today. CC payments will be run today. If you need to make payment arrangements, please contact Ms. Kris at 817.590.8585.

Don't forget - KFSS graduation on Dec 12th at 9:30am. Doors will open at 8:30. The promotions list will be up at the school later this week.

SNAP Graduation is Wednesday Dec 16th at 5pm.

With the holidays approaching it is easy to get distracted....remember the first rule of Kung Fu...PAY ATTENTION!

Have a great week!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 3:04 PM | Permalink

I would like to thank EVERYONE who helped promote and attended our seminars with Master Ted. And a huge THANK YOU to Master Ted to taking the time to come and teach us! Also a huge THANK YOU to Jason Schaafsma for making all the travel arrangements and hosting Master Ted in his home. We have FANTASTIC students!

The 3 seminars were a huge success and I don't know about you, but I'm sore in places I never knew I had!

Here are the updates:

Monday and Tuesday November 23 and 24 will be normal class schedules.

Wednesday November 25th SNAP Cancelled and Advanced Adults cancelled.

Thursday and Friday November 26 and 27 RKMSF will be closed. Have a happy Thanksgiving!

Saturday November 28th. There has been some confusion on class times...we will have 1 adult class at 8:30a-10:00, Kids class will be at 10:15-11:15a. Please make note of this special holiday schedule.

Monday November 30, return to normal schedule.

December 12th - KFSS graduation 9:30am - We will run a regular class schedule the following week if anyone is short classes.

December 16th - SNAP graduation 5pm

December 21 and 22 - 1 Adult Class at 5:30 and 1 Kids Class at 6:30

December 23-26th - CLOSED

December 28th and 29th - 1 Adult Class at 5:30 and 1 Kids Class at 6:30

December 30-January 1 Closed

January 2nd back to normal class schedules and the beginning of the Winter quarter.

We will post this schedule at the school this week.

The holiday season is upon us, whatever you do make sure you do it safely!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:54 PM | Permalink

Has anyone found a set of keys that don't have an owner? If so, please leave them on my desk.

Thank you!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 3:42 PM | Permalink

I apologize for not communicating earlier in the week...its been a little nuts!

Nov 13th and 14th - Master Ted Sias visits! Child care WILL be available! If you need child care during the Friday night and/or Saturday seminars please contact me at 817-590-8585 or via email at kris@rkmartialsciences.com. Also...please bring toys for your child to play with.

The Women's Self Defense Seminar is going to be Friday the 13th at 6:30-8:00pm with a reception to follow for Master Ted.

Hatha Yoga on Saturday Nov 14th from 8:30-9:15a and Kung Fu San Soo from 9:30-11:00a. Kids class will follow at 11:30.

If you haven't signed up...now is the time to do so! You can sign up in the lobby, by phone or by email.

We will be closed November 26th and 27th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We will be open on Saturday....Master Robert would like to do the adult class early so that everyone can go about their Holiday activities, so we will have the adult class at 8:30a-10:00 and kids class at 10:15-11:15am. Please make note of the new times.

KFSS Fall Graduation will be December 12th at 9:30 am....tentative promotions list will be posted by next week in the lobby...and if I can figure out how...on the website. =)

SNAP Fall Graduation will be December 16th at 5pm.

Everyone have a great rest of the week!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 3:07 PM | Permalink

It's another wet and dreary Monday in Bedford, BUT the weekend was absolutely perfect for our demonstration at the Japanese Gardens. I want to thank EVERYONE who came out to support the school.

Special thanks to our students who came to demonstrate skills:

• Jason Schaafsma
• Bret Campbell
• Jacob Favors
• Clay Perrine
• Eddie Goodnight
• Janelle Carrion
• Justin Yu
• Mattie and Tai Nguyen
• Maddie Morrison

Special thanks to:

• Jason's wife Margo for taking still photos
• Clay's wife Betty for being our videographer
• Lyndell Carrion and Tim Spelts for manning the tent on Saturday and to Bobbie Logan and Thien Nguyen for manning the tent on Sunday.
• Eddie, Clay and Betty for help with set up.
• To all of the families of our students who came and brought friends!

We have always said we have THE BEST students!

Master Robert and I deeply appreciate all you for your time and dedication. We will have photos and video of the demonstrations available soon.

Looking ahead:

November tuition is due Tuesday November 2nd for cash and checks. CC payments will be done on the 1st.

November 13th and 14th - Master Ted Sias - Sign up sheet is in the lobby. Class sizes will be limited so be sure to sign up soon. Registration needed by Nov 11th.

November 26th and 27th Closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. 1 Adult class on the 28th at 10:00am with kids class to follow at its normal time.

KFSS Graduation - December 12th 9:30am
SNAP Graduation - December 16th 5pm

We will run a modified schedule Dec 19-22nd and close the 23rd-27th and open again for a modified schedule the 28th-30th.

Everyone have a great week!
Ms. Kris and Master Robert

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:43 PM | Permalink

Looks like its going to be a beeeeautiful week!

There is a lot going on so I'll get right to it:

THIS Saturday and Sunday is the Japanese Festival.

• Our demonstrations are scheduled for 1pm on Saturday in "the Grove" and Sunday at 2pm at the same location. The festival is open from 10am-5pm on Saturday and noon to 5pm on Sunday. There is information on the board at the school as well as some fliers for you to take.
• If you have signed up to demonstrate on Saturday or Sunday please be at our booth located in the Linden St. parking lot no later than 12:30pm on Saturday and 1:30 on Sunday. Please be in uniform!
• Master Robert will be teaching class Saturday morning and will be coming out to the festival after. I will need someone to meet me at the festival to help set up the tent and someone to man the tent during the demonstrations. The tent must be set up on Saturday by 9am. Sunday by 11am. I am including a link to a map to the gardens.
• http://maps.google.com/maps/place?hl=en&source=hp&um=1&ie=UTF-8&q=japanese+gardens+fort+worth&fb=1&gl=us&hq=japanese+gardens&hnear=fort+worth&cid=2449069058961395346
• Please let me know if you can be there Saturday and/or Sunday to help me set up. If you are demonstrating or will be helping me load in and out...I have passes for you. Please contact me and I will leave them at the school with your name on them. Thanks!

November 13th and 14th Master Ted Sias! We have firmed up our seminars with Master Ted.

• Friday Night November 13th - 6:30-8pm Women's Self Defense $25 (reception to follow). This is not only open to our students, but to any woman who wants to learn to defend herself. Gentlemen...we need you too! I would recommend this for instructors too!
• Saturday November 14th 8:30-9:15 Hatha Yoga $15 - great way to start the day and get your body warmed up. Then 9:30-11am - Kung Fu San Soo $25. This is open to our current and former students and any martial art student wishing to learn from a 1st generation master!
• If you register for all three...you receive a $15 discount. 3 seminars for $50!
• Class size is limited and registration is required by November 11th. You can email me at Kris@rkmartialsciences.com or call the school at 817.590.8585. We will also have a sign up sheet in the lobby beginning this week.

We will be closed Thursday and Friday November 26th and 27th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We will have one adult class on Saturday at 10:00am followed by the kids class at its normal time.

Mark your calendars!

Everyone have a great week!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 2:06 PM | Permalink

Hi All,

I hope this finds you well.

Again this semester, we’re going to focus on basics. I’m still seeing the basics (foot work, breathing/relaxation, smoothness, targeting, transitions, excessive speed, timing, etc) missing after the first step or two. This isn’t just with the beginners; it’s across all the ranks. Without the basics, none of the techniques will work very well if at all. Without the basics, you rob yourself of balance, control, and therefore power. I’m challenging you to focus on these things when you come to class. Think about what you’re are doing, check your foot work and make adjustments if necessary. Focus on breathing…in through the nose and out through the mouth. Inhale on the transition and exhale on the strike. If you find yourself stopping in the middle of a technique, then cut your speed in half. Think about the basics while working the lesson, working out, practicing forms, practicing the blocking/punching drills and while stepping through the eight count stance and the five wheel horse. The basics are the foundation on which the rest of the art is built. Without the basics in place, the rest will fall short and eventually fail.

I’ve also been missing some of you in class! I’ve been able to attend occasionally during the week and on Saturdays and you’ve missed some pretty cool lessons and techniques. I know that Halloween is right around the corner followed quickly by Thanksgiving and then Christmas…and things are starting to get busy. But don’t let your training lapse. If you don’t use it, you’ll get rusty. Its also good exercise and with the holidays rapidly approaching, that’s a good thing! Make a commitment to come to class at least twice a week, you’ll be glad you did and so will we.

Remember too that when you come to class to ask questions. If you see something in a lesson or just in working out that you don’t understand or wasn’t explained adequately then ask. You should never leave class with an unasked and/or an unanswered question. Because we have an answer and if we don’t, we’ll research it and get an answer. This is an incredible art and the better you understand it, the better practitioner you will be.

Thank you all for being a part of our Kung Fu San Soo family. I look forward to seeing all of you over the next few weeks. Don’t forget to pay attention to what’s going on around you when you’re out and about. Be safe!

Master Robert.

Updates:

Friday October 16th, Instructor's Meeting at 7pm - PLEASE make arrangements to be there!

Saturday and Sunday October 24/25th - Japanese Festival at the Japanese Gardens in Fort Worth. I will have parking passes and maps by this weekend.

Friday/Saturday November 13/14 - Master Ted Sias. Friday evening 6:30-7:30 (reception to follow) and Saturday 8:30-11:00am. Regular kids class to follow at 11:30am.

Thursday/Friday November 26/27 - CLOSED for Thanksgiving Holiday.

Saturday November 28th - 1 Adult class - 10-11:15 with regular Kids class at 11:30.

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Posted by Kris Bates at 2:16 PM | Permalink

Well...it might be rainy, but I am so happy to see the cooler temperatures! Fall also ushers in Flu season. I know everyone has seen all the news updates and flu season isn't to be taken lightly. Take the precautions you need to stay healthy...get plenty of rest, pay attention to your diet, wash your hands often, and if you are sick, stay home.

The winter SNAP session begins this Wednesday October 7th.

There is a sign up sheet in the lobby for people to sign up for the demonstrations at the Japanese festival on October the 24th (1pm) and 25th (2pm). If you would like to help us show others about our art, please sign up at the school or email Ms. Kris. The festival is open from 10-5 Saturday and Sunday.

November 13th and 14th we will welcome Master Ted Sias. I am including some back ground on Master Ted in this update. He would like to know what WE would like to see. He will do one session on Friday evening and we will host a reception afterwards for Master Ted and he will host another session on Saturday during our two adult classes. There will be a separate fee for these sessions...price to be determined.

Here is some information about Master Ted:

Master Ted Sias began training in the ancient art of Tsoi Li Ho Fut Hung (Kung Fu San Soo) in 1967 at the Frank Woolsey Studio in Downey, CA. He received his Black Belt in 1970 and continued training and teaching under Frank Woolsey for two more years. In 1972, Master Ted furthered his training under Grand Master Jimmy H. Woo (Chin Siu Dek) who was also Master Frank Woolsey’s instructor. That same year, he opened his first studio in Westminster, CA. Master Ted earned his Master’s Degree from Grand Master Jimmy H. Woo in 1980 and continued training under the Grand Master until his death in 1991. In 1988, Master Ted moved his own studio to Huntington Beach where he still teaches today.

In addition to Kung Fu San Soo, Master Ted teaches Hatha Yoga, True Balance, and Mind Boxing. Hatha Yoga is a system of health to improve flexibility, strength, balance, breathing, relaxation, and coordination. True Balance is a series of seven postures which produce deep personal energy and proper skeletal alignment. Mind Boxing is a system which focuses on uniting the mind and body through movement and postures to eliminate physical tension and produce effortless power. These systems complement the art of Kung Fu San Soo.

Mater Ted also recognizes the unique self-defense needs and abilities of women. He teaches women special skills to stop an attacker, inflict injury, and escape quickly. Through focused training and discussion, women put themselves into dangerous situations and study appropriate responses to these situations rather than fearful reactions. They learn to recognize aggressive male behavior and strategies to neutralize potential attackers. This approach to training inspires awareness and confidence in female students.

Even today, more than forty years after beginning his Kung Fu San Soo training, Master Ted still exemplifies the focus and determination required to master this “life changing art.” His personal approach to teaching, generosity as a teacher, and openness to evolving the art have gathered a loyal following of long term students and earned great respect within the elite Kung Fu San Soo community. His students build personal confidence through years of studying the principles and application of the art, a confidence that can influence their entire lives. Above all, Master Ted embodies the strongest traits of a Kung Fu San Soo fighter: humility and respect.

Master Ted is excited to share his knowledge and experience. Please join him at the RK Martial Sciences studio on Friday, November 13 and Saturday November 14. The classes will be tailored to fit your collective preferences and will be published before his visit. Please respond with suggestions and questions soon.

Submit you suggestions and questions to Ms. Kris as soon as possible.

Everyone have a great week!

See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 4:44 PM | Permalink

Thank you to everyone who showed up for graduation and congratulations to all who have promoted in rank. Today begins the start of the winter quarter. This quarter will be a little shorter than normal due to the Christmas Holiday, but we will offer chances after graduation for students who may be short some classes to make them up.

Up coming Events:

SNAP Graduation Sept 30th at 5pm.

Tuition due 10/1. Credit Card payments will be done the afternoon of the 1st. Please contact Ms. Kris if you need to make payment arrangements.

October 24/25 - Japanese Festival at the Japanese Gardens in FW. I have 2 volunteers for adults and need some kid volunteers for our demonstration on Saturday at 1pm and Sunday at 2pm. Please contact me so I can have parking passes and admission tickets for you.

November 13th/14th - Master Ted Sias! Master Ted will be in town to do 2 seminars, one on Friday evening and another Saturday morning. More info to come! Mark your calendars!

November 26th - Thanksgiving Day - We will be closed the 26th and 27th, Thursday and Friday, and will have one adult class at 10am-11:15am on Saturday the 28th. Kids class will be at normal time.

Master Robert says we're sticking with the basics this quarter. We have a lot of new folks and its important to get the basics right not only for those new folks but us old ones could use it too!

I will be traveling this week so you will see Master Robert in my classes. Everyone have a great week!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:13 AM | Permalink

I don't know about you guys....but I've seen enough rain to last a month or so! The weather definitely kept folks at home on Saturday, but for those who braved the rain...we're glad you came!

Master Robert is out of the country this week working on a mission project in El Salvador. Needless to say, he's out of cell range! =) Please call the school number if you need anything. I will take Master Robert's class on Wednesday and Jason will be teaching this Saturday.

We're getting closer to graduation! We have lots of folks moving from white to yellow belt and as this will be the first graduation for some folks, the instructors will be going over graduation protocols over the next two weeks.

Our Friday 5:30 class is back! Dr. Peter is teaching this class. This is a combined kids and adult class and is a great way to get some additional workout time in.

Belt fees are due tomorrow!

Kung Fu San Soo Summer Graduation is 9/26 at 9:30...doors open at 8:30am.

SNAP Summer Graduation is 9/30 at 5pm.

Mr. Jamie will be back for the Saturday kids class this week!

It looks like it will be soggy for the next several days, so everyone stay dry!

Have a great week!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 9:40 AM | Permalink

Welcome back! I hope everyone had a great Labor Day weekend! We're getting very close to graduation now, so its time to get your classes in!

BREAKING NEWS! RKMSF is pleased to announce babysitting services will be offered during the 5:30 and 7:30 classes on M, T and Th, AND during the 6 and 7pm classes on Wednesday! So for all you folks who have little ones and have been unable to train due to a lack of a sitter....here's your chance! Our sitter is a former student, Miss Hillary Williams. If there are no kids for Hillary to watch, she will participate in the adult classes and continue her training.

Babysitting services will be offered beginning Monday Sept. 14th!

Belt fees are due Sept 15th! Please see Ms. Kris to make payment arrangements.

KFSS Graduation is Sept 26th at 9:30 am. Doors will open at 8:30. There will be no formal warm up so you will need to come early to get stretched out. Even if you are not being promoted, come and support your fellow students and be a part of the picture.

SNAP Graduation will be Sept 30th at 5pm.

Don't forget the Japanese Festival at the Japanese Gardens in Ft. Worth October 24th and 25th.

I hope everyone has a great week!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 8:41 AM | Permalink

Summer is over (ok...well...maybe not heat wise) and school is back in session. Don't forget to build in training time to your schedules!

Here are a few updates everyone needs to be aware of:

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY! Friday night classes have been suspended until further notice. Mr. Jamie's hours have changed at work (and as we all know...keeping a roof over our heads is very important). We will let you know if there are any changes that will allow these classes to continue.

KFSS TUITION DUE September 1st.

LABOR DAY WEEKEND - (Sept. 5-7th) RKMSF will be closed. Everyone enjoy the weekend!

BELT FEES DUE - Belt fees for those moving from white to yellow and brown to black are due by September 15th.

SNAP Graduation - September 30th (PLEASE MAKE NOTE OF THIS CHANGE) as we started so late in the quarter, this gives our attendees another week of practice. The new quarter will start on October 7th.

KFSS Graduation - September 26th (9:30am) We have lots of folks moving in belt rank this quarter so make plans to be at the school early! (Doors open at 8:30am)

That's all for now!
See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:12 PM | Permalink

Summer is almost over (ok...maybe not the "heat" part) and school is starting soon. We will be welcoming our returning students soon and look forward to seeing each and everyone of them. Here are a few items to keep in mind:

Our Summer special for new students ends August 31st.

The embroidered uniform tops are in. If you have ordered one you can pick it up at the school. If you are interested, the price is only $5!

KFSS Summer Graduation is September 26th at 9:30 am. The promotions list is posted on the whiteboard in the lobby and on the website. PLEASE look this over carefully and let me know if I've missed anything. Belt fees are due by Sept. 15th.

SNAP Graduation will be on September 23rd at 5pm.

We have been invited to participate in the Ft. Worth Botanic Gardens Japanese Festival on October 24 and 25th. This is a great way to get our school in front of folks in the Tarrant County area. We need volunteers to man the booth and to participate in the Demonstration on Saturday and Sunday. I need to know who will be attending by September 8th in order to get parking passes, name badges and entry passes.

I am traveling this week but can be reached by email.

Have a great week!

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:39 AM | Permalink

It's August! We're 2/3 rds through the summer. School will be starting soon and this is a good time to start getting the kiddos back into the training habit.

Our Summer Special tuition offer for new Students will end August 31st, so this is also a great time to join! For more information about the offer contact Ms. Kris.

Today is August 1 and tuition is due. SNAP tuition will be due August 5th.

The tentative promotions list will be posted at the school by August 15th. If you are moving from White to Yellow belt, your belt fees will be due by Sept. 15th.

Labor Day Weekend - Sept 5-7 RKMSF will be closed. Please make note.

KFSS Graduation will be Sept 26th at 9:30 am.

SNAP Graduation will be Sept 23rd at 5pm.

Have a great week!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 11:47 AM | Permalink

The launch of the combined adult-kids class has been very successful on Friday evenings. Our instructor, Jamie Heller, is going to start a second class at 6:30 that will be a conditioning class. This will be a high intensity class for Adults only. If you are looking to increase your physical conditioning, this would be a great opportunity to do it!

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Posted by Kris Bates at 11:50 AM | Permalink

It's been very quiet this month at RKMSF. Summer has diverted many of our students to other activities, vacations, and work events. So I would like to remind everyone of a couple of items:

1. It takes a minimum of 3 children for a kids class and a minimum of two adults for an adult class (plus the instructor) to have a productive class. If we do not have enough students, the students who DO show up will get class credit, however class will not be held.

2. Be on time. If students arrive more than 15 minutes past the start of class and there were not enough students to make the class at the start of class (normally 35 minutes past the hour), class could not be held and that person will not get credit for the class.

3. Do not leave valuables in plain sight in the dressing rooms (i.e. phones, keys, purses, etc...)If you are going to leave valuables in the dressing rooms, please bring a lock so you can lock them in the lockers. Locks are to be removed when you leave for the day. DO NOT LEAVE ITEMS LOCKED IN LOCKERS AT THE SCHOOL OVERNIGHT! Otherwise leave your valuables at home or locked in a safe place (not in plain sight) in your car. RKMSF is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

We have made arrangements (finally) to get RKMSF logos embroidered on uniforms. If you are interested in getting this done please contact Ms. Kris. Remember - white belts do not get embroidery or patches until they reach yellow belt.

Tentative promotion lists will be posted by the 15th of August. If you are moving from white to yellow belt, please make sure your belt fees are paid. See Ms. Kris for details.

Summer graduation is September 25th so make sure you get your classes in early!

I hope everyone is having a great summer!
See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 4:13 PM | Permalink | Comments

Master Robert will be teaching the Wednesday night (6pm and 7pm) Advanced Adult Classes for the remainder of July. This is a great opportunity to explore advanced techniques with the Master!

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:36 PM | Permalink

Summer in Texas...gotta love it!

There aren't any really big announcements this month. There IS however a Legends of Kung Fu World Martial Arts Championship at the Plano Convention Center the weekend of July 17-19. I'm including a link for those who would like information. Spectator tickets range from $15-$30. (www.legendsofkungfu.com) It would be great to get a group together to go up and watch. If you are interested in going up to Plano to watch this, please email me and let me know.

If you have not already paid your tuition, it is now due. Please see Ms. Kris if you need to make arrangements.

Everyone have a great week!

Ms Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 1:25 PM | Permalink

Today is the beginning of the Summer quarter! Thank you to all who came to graduation on Saturday. We had a very small crowd but there were some really good demonstrations.

We have some scheduling changes you need to be aware of:

SNAP - There will be no SNAP classes during the month of July as many of the students have scheduling conflicts for this month. SNAP classes will resume on Wednesday August 5th.

Wednesday Adult Advanced classes will be held at their normal times.

July 4th Weekend - RKMSF will be CLOSED on Friday July 3rd in observance of the holiday. We WILL be OPEN on Saturday July 4th and running a normal schedule.

Tuition is due Wednesday July 1st.

We will be starting a new form this Saturday! Focus for this quarter is going to shift back to basics. Breathing, footwork, targeting and smoothness. These are the very foundations for which everything we do is built upon. So look for exercises that focus on stance work, targeting and smoothness over the next several months.

Have a great week! See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 9:47 AM | Permalink

OK...who turned up the heat?! Whew! It may not officially be summer in Texas until the 21st, but it sure feels like it. And since it is so warm and humid, we are allowing what we affectionately refer to as "summer" uniforms. All students are welcome to wear a T-Shirt (Preferably a KFSS T-Shirt -no tank tops please) and their gi pants with their belt. It does help to keep you cooler, but watch out for the rug burns! Of course you are welcome to continue to wear your gi if you wish to.

There is an update attendance and promotions list in the lobby. If you moving from white to yellow OR brown to black belt, your belt fees are due by June 23rd. If you are receiving a black belt degree, your fee is also due by the 23rd.

Please check the list to verify attendance and promotions!

Kids Movie Night on Friday was cancelled due to weather and low attendance. We will reschedule closer to the end of the summer when our kids return from vacations.

The Thursday night and Friday night 5:30 combined Adult/Kid Class is going well. This is basically two classes in one. Kids work with Kids and Adults with Adults. So if you are an adult without a kid, you are welcome and if you are a kid without an adult, you are welcome too! We already have two parents who have signed up and are learning along with their kids!

There will be NO SNAP class this Wednesday! Advanced Adult Classes at 6 and 7 are still scheduled.

We have several instructor's who are taking some vacation time, so you may see Master Robert show up as a substitute!

SNAP Graduation is Wednesday June 24th at 5pm.

KFSS Graduation is Saturday June 27th. Please come and support your fellow students. Doors will open at 8:30, Graduation will start at 9:30.

Its going to be a HOT week. Remember to drink plenty of liquids during your work outs. Everyone have a great week!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 2:30 PM | Permalink | Comments

Can you believe it? June is almost half gone! (or will be by the end of the week) The tentative promotions list is posted in the lobby. PLEASE check the list for # of classes and belt ranking. I will be updating the attendance on the list this coming weekend so now is the time to get any attendance issues fixed.

KIDS MOVIE NIGHT IS THIS FRIDAY!!! (6:30-9:30) cost is $7.50 per child. PLEASE be sure to sign up in the lobby or email me so I can add your kids to the list. I need a count so I know how much pizza to order. Bring friends!

THIS SATURDAY - FRIENDS AND FAMILY CLASSES! If you have a friend or family member who would like to try a class for free...adults during the 10am class and kids at 11:30, this is the day to do it!

FRIDAY CLASS!!! Mr. Jamie Heller would like to get a Friday class going. This class is for adults AND kids and will be at 5:30. If you are an adult with no kid...you are welcome! If you are a kid with no adult...you are welcome. This is a good way to get additional workout time in if you've missed your other classes!

JUNE 24TH - SNAP GRADUATION 5PM.

JUNE 27TH - KFSS GRADUATION 9:30AM. Doors will open at 8:30.

Summer Quarter begins June 29th.

WE WILL BE OPEN THE 4TH OF JULY BUT RUN A MODIFIED SCHEDULE. PLEASE STAY TUNED FOR MORE DETAILS.

It's summertime and everyone is excited about being out of school (OK...the kids are at any rate). Now more than ever is the time to be vigilant. You can still have fun and be aware of your surroundings! Remember your training! Continue your training!

Be safe!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 2:03 PM | Permalink

Well...for most people school is out! Woo hoo! This is also a really good time to take stock of your training schedule.

We're going to try an experiment...Thursday and Friday afternoons at 5:30 we're going to offer a concurrent adult-kid class. Class will be 55 minutes and open to parents and their kids (ages 10 and up). We have heard from many parents that they would love to be able to learn but can't spend two hours a night at the school. This is your opportunity! If you are a parent of a currently enrolled child student tuition will be discounted and if you are a currently enrolled adult student child tuition will also be discounted. If you are looking at the school for the first time and this is something that interests you...please let us know!

We are looking to be begin June 4th and 5th. If you are interested...please let us know!

Looking ahead for June:

Tentative promotions list will be posted this week. Please validate your attendance and rank promotion.

Today (June 1st) KFSS Tuition is due.

June 4th/5th - Adult Kid Combo Class (5:30pm)

June 12th - Kids Movie Night from 6:30-9:30pm. Please sign up in the school lobby or email Ms. Kris. Cost is $7.50 per child. Registration Deadline is June 11th.

June 13th - Friends and Family Classes (10am Adult Class and 11:30 kids class) bring your friends and family member and they can try KFSS for free!

June 24th - SNAP Graduation 5pm.

June 27th - KFSS Graduation 9:30 am.

Like most small businesses, RKMSF needs students to keep its doors open. Tell your friends, tell your family. We'll give a free month's tuition to any student who brings a new student to the school.

Its summertime!

See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:23 PM | Permalink

I hope everyone had a good holiday weekend! I have a few announcements going into this week:

As of Thursday 5/21 we had 3 people signed up for the Weapons of Opportunity Seminar. We need at least 10 to make this work so we will postpone the seminar until later in the year. So we will run a regular class schedule on Saturday May 30th.

June 12th is our next kids movie night 6:30-9:30p. We will watch "The Forbidden Kingdom" with Jackie Chan and Jet Li. Pizza and snacks will be provided. Fee will be $7.50 per child.

June 13th is our next Friends and Family Class. Adults during the 10am Adult class and Kids during our regular kids class at 11:30am.

I will be traveling this week but can be reached by email and cell phone.

Everyone have a safe week!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 7:20 PM | Permalink

I don't know about you guys but Sunday was BEAUTIFUL!

Here are a few reminders for the next several weeks:

May 23-25th - Memorial Day Weekend - RKMSF will be CLOSED for the holiday. We will re-open for classes on Tuesday May 26th.

The deadline for sign up for Master Darian's Weapon's of Opportunity seminar is Tuesday May 26th. If we do not have at least 10 people signed up for this seminar by 5/26, we will postpone until later in the summer.

May 29th - Instructor's Meeting at 7pm. If you are an Instructor or ID, please plan on attending. Sandwiches will be provided.

May 30th (Tentative) Master Darian's Weapons of Opportunity Seminar. As stated above, this is dependent on getting the number of people needed to sign up.

June 12th - Kids Movie Night "The Forbidden Kingdom" (Jackie Chan, Jet Li) - we will have pizza and drinks and games after the movie. 6:30-9:30pm

June 13th - Friends and Family Class during the 10am Adult class and the 11:30 kids class.

June 24th - SNAP graduation

June 27th - KFSS Graduation

The recession has many people thinking "I have to cut my expenses". Everyone can understand that. When thinking about which expenses to cut, remember than cutting an expense for which you receive valuable life saving experience should be the last one the list. Your personal safety is YOUR responsibility.

See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:09 AM | Permalink

Hi everyone!

Here are a few reminders for the upcoming weeks:

Saturday-Monday 5/23-25 - Memorial Day Weekend. We will be closed!!! There will be no classes on Saturday or Monday so please mark your calendars.

Friday 5/29 7pm - Instructor's meeting, all instructors and IDs please make plans to attend.

Saturday 5/30 8:30-10:30 - Master Darian's Weapons of Opportunity Seminar. As of right now we only have 6 folks signed up...we need a minimum of 10 for this seminar to happen. If we do not have at least 10 by 5/21, we will postpone until later in the summer. If you are interested and wish to sign up, please email me or sign up on the sheet at the school.

Friday June 12th - Kids Movie night - 6:30-9:30 cost is $7.50 per child and includes pizza and drinks.

Saturday June 13th - Friends and Family Class - Adults 10:00am and kids 11:30am. This is a great way to invite someone who may need Kung Fu to experience it!

Wednesday June 24th - SNAP graduation 5pm

Saturday June 27th - KFSS graduation 9:30 am

Class attendance during the week has been very light recently...this is a great time to get very personal instruction, so beat the Saturday crowd!

See you in class!
Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 3:18 PM | Permalink

The H1N1 Virus (swine flu) has many people being very cautious with regards to their exposure to others. At RKMSF we will continue our normal operations taking care to provide a safe and clean facility to our students. Hand sanitizer is provided and antibacterial soaps are in the restrooms.

I am including a link to the CDC website (http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/). The CDC recommends that if you are feeling any FLU symptoms (including fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people have reported diarrhea and vomiting) that you see your doctor and then stay home from work and other activities until you are symptom free.

It stands to reason that since this flu (as with other flu viruses) makes people feel so rotten, the last thing they want to do is work out. So if you are sick...stay home...get well and we'll see you when you're feeling better!

Stay Well!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 11:43 AM | Permalink

Hi All,

I hope this finds you well.

Something occurred to me recently while in class and I thought I would pass it along. When was the last time you approached the blocking drills with the attitude you were going to glean something new or different from them? When was the last time you approached a lesson with the idea you were going to take something extra from it? When was the last time you approached an open work out as a learning opportunity? The reason I ask is that there is always something to be gained from these and any drill or exercise we do.

Here’s what I’m asking you to do…for the next three months when you come to class, pay particular attention to a drill, exercise and/or lesson and find something extra in it. Then use that something extra in every class you attend. It will probably be a little something that makes the drill or workout just a little bit better. The more experience you have, the more detailed you can be with your examinations. Pay attention to angles (of approach, entry and strikes), targets, reactions, follow ups, intent, foot work, timing, etc. There are so many layers to what we do that it would take more years than we have to examine it all. If you do this for three months, you’ll experience an incredible growth of knowledge and skill…and you just might develop a very good habit!

I thank you all for being in our Kung Fu family. See you in class!
Master Robert.

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Posted by Kris Bates at 11:39 AM | Permalink

WOW! THANK YOU to everyone who came out for the video shooting this Saturday! You were all phenomenal! Thank you just doesn't seem like enough!



WEATHER ALERT!

As most of you are aware...its been raining...ALL morning. Tarrant County currently has a reprieve, but there is much much more to the Southwest and its moving Northeast. As of this moment we are NOT cancelling classes, however that could change. The chances of severe weather are slight at this point, but with the ground saturated, flooding becomes a major issue.

I will be at the school for the 4:30/5:30 classes. Please check the website or call the school at 817.590.8585 for further information. As always...use your best judgement.

Friday May 1st - KFSS Tuition is due.

May 23rd-25th - Memorial Day Weekend - RKMSF will be closed for the holiday weekend. Everyone enjoy your weekend! We will re-open for regular classes on Tuesday May 26th.

Friday May 29th - Instructor's Meeting 7pm. All Instructor's and IDs please plan on attending.

Saturday May 30th - Weapons of Opportunity - the last in Master Darian's weapon's series. This class will be from 8:30-10:30a. There will be an adult class immediately following and kids class at the normal time. Class price is $25 for KFSS students and $35 for non KFSS students. there is a sign up sheet on the white board in the lobby.

Friday June 12th - Kids Movie Night! 6:30-9:30p

Saturday June 13th - Friends and Family Class during the

I will have these events posted on the calendar on the website later today.

Its supposed to be a soggy week...what better time to train?!

Everyone have a great week!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:55 AM | Permalink

Looks like its going to be a beautiful day! I hope everyone had a great weekend.

Coming up.....

April 25th (1:30-4pm) Video Shoot. Please plan to be at the school by 1. We WILL still have our regular Saturday classes.

May 1st - KFSS tuition is due.

May 23-25th, Memorial Day Weekend. RKMSF will be CLOSED the Memorial Day Weekend.

May 30th, Weapons of Opportunity with Master Darian. This is the last in a three part weapons seminar series. Class time is 8:30 to 10:30 am, there will be an adult class immediately following from 10:30-11:30 and the kids class will be as normally scheduled.

Class price is $25 and there are no weapons to purchase. Please bring something from your car, home or office. We will practice using what is available. (NO BLADED WEAPONS AND NO FIREARMS!)

June 12th - Kids Movie Night! 6:30-9:30 Movie as yet to be determined. Pizza and snacks will be served.


See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:19 AM | Permalink

I hope everyone had a great Easter weekend!

Here's what's going on over the next several weeks:

4/25 - RK Martial Sciences the Video....Please see your instructor for details.

5/30 - The last installment of Master Darian's weapon series...Weapons of Opportunity. The price for the class will be $25 and each student should bring 3 items from either your car, home or office that could be used in an emergency and Master Darian will walk us through how to apply those items to a situation. Sign up sheet will be in the lobby this week or you can email me and I will add your name to the list.

6/12 - School's out and its time for another kid's movie night! Movie as yet TBD but we'll have fun and games for all. Stay tuned for more details. Parents this is great time to have a date night so plan on bringing the kids and their friends.

6/13 - Last quarter we had a Friends and Family class and have had several folks request another, so we will have another Friends and Family class during the 10am class on Saturday June 13th.

I hope everyone has a great week!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:35 AM | Permalink

Can you believe it? April is just around the corner! Literally!

We had a small graduation crowd, but there was lots of action! Congratulations to all the graduates! Master Dale has asked me to pass along his congratulations to all the graduates too!

The Spring session for KFSS starts today! Get your classes in early! Tuition is due Wednesday 4/1 for those who pay by check or cash. CC payments will be done that day.

Also, the Spring session for SNAP begins Wednesday April 1st. YES...all of the belts for those who received belt promotions are at the school and Master Lisa will hand them out at class on Wednesday so please plan to be there!

In other exciting news! New T-shirts have arrived! These are white T-shirts with black lettering...These T-Shirts will be on sale for $10 each to current students. Yes...we have kid's sizes!

There are so many exciting things happening this month and next month. Mark your calendars for April 25th...this is when we will shoot our video commercial. See me for more details!

In May, the last in Master Darian's weapon seminar series...Weapons of Opportunity! The date is to be announced soon.

The focus this session is "Thinking outside the box". See your instructor's for further details.

Everyone have a great week!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:03 AM | Permalink

We're getting down to the final countdown!

SNAP Graduation is this Wednesday (March 25th) at 5pm! Master Lisa has been working very hard with this wonderful group of individuals so come out and show your support! The new SNAP session will begin on Wednesday April 1st.

KFSS Graduation is Saturday March 28th. Doors will open at 8:30, group pictures will be taken at 9:25 and graduation will start at 9:30. Even if you are not graduating, please come and support those who are! We have a Master's promotion in this group so don't miss it! That's 12 years of hard work! (NOTE: There will be no regular classes after graduation.)

The Spring KFSS session begins March 30th. The focus for next session will be "thinking outside the box". We will also be adding the weapon (short sticks) to the form so come early...come often!

The promotions list will be in the lobby...if you have any questions, please see me (Ms. Kris) so we can get answers.

Exciting things are happening in our school!

See you in class!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 1:44 PM | Permalink

Its Spring Break!!!! We have several instructors who are out this week so you may see a new face teaching one of your classes.

Because we have so many of the SNAP instructor's out this week...we will be CANCELLING the SNAP class ONLY on Wed 3/18. The Wednesday night adult classes will proceed as scheduled.

We are now two weeks away from KFSS Graduation. Time to get those last minute classes in! If you are promoting in belt rank...please see the list in the lobby and make sure I have your correct belt size!

SNAP graduation is March 25th at 5pm.

RKMSF has embarked in an advertising campaign that should send some additional students to the school. Part of that campaign is the making of a professional video at the end of April. Please see your instructor for details! We think we have the BEST school and we want people to know it! What makes us the best? Our students and our instructors!!!!

The school will be open this week, so if you are not traveling for Spring Break...come in and see us!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 9:50 AM | Permalink | Comments

Welcome back Master Robert!!! Master Robert will be teaching the Wednesday night Advanced Adult classes this week and alternating with other instructors for the forseeable future.

I will be posting an updated promotions list by tomorrow both on the website and at the school. PLEASE check to make sure I have the proper information. If you are moving in belt rank...make sure I have your belt size and that your belt fees are paid!

SNAP Graduation is March 25th at 5pm and KFSS Graduation is March 28th at 9:30am (doors will open at 8:30).

Make sure you have your class requirements met!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:31 PM | Permalink

Hi All,

I was home last week and was able to visit several of the kids and adult classes…lots of good stuff going on. I know we all have favorite instructors, but once in a while go to a class you don’t normally attend. You might be surprised at what you’ll learn. We are learning the greatest of the arts and we have the best instructors you’ll find anywhere. Take advantage of the collective knowledge we have at our disposal. Learn from each instructor; learn from each other and you’ll find a flood of knowledge and experience on which to draw. Think about it.

I was asked a couple of weeks ago how to deal with fear, the “deer in the headlights” response to a sudden aggression or attack. What would you do? I would breathe. Think about it. When we’re startled or scared, we inhale sharply (translates to a shallow, high inhale) and then we’re motionless, tension throughout our bodies. When that happens we’re not in control, fear is in control. Fear is an irrational emotion; if it’s in control then our response will be irrational and therefore ineffective. Nothing works until we breathe. Breathing allows us to think, to move, to relax, to counter attack…to be in control. Now that we’re in control, we can competently react to the threat and eliminate it by whatever means necessary. Breathing is critical to overcoming fear (we can’t eliminate it, but we can overcome it) as it is with so many other things we do. As in making the decision to survive, you also need to make a decision to breathe no matter what. You need to decide that you won’t freeze up; instead, you’ll breathe, relax, move and eliminate the threat…something to think about and to work on. Let me or your instructor know if you have any questions.

See you in class!
Master Robert.

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:17 PM | Permalink

WOW! Where has February gone? We're right at mid way through the quarter and graduation is the last weekend in March! Preliminary promotions list will be posted by 2/22. Now is the time to get your classes in!

Here are a few things going on this week:

Tonight - Master Robert is in town and will leading the Advanced Adult classes at 6 and 7pm. PLEASE let us know if you wish to attend the 7pm classes but cannot attend the 6pm class...this way we'll know you are coming!

Saturday 2/21 - the second in Master Darian's weapon series, Short Sticks, will be from 8:30-10:30a. There will be an adult class immediately following from 10:30 to 11:30a and the kids class will be at its normal time. There are still openings for this class however the orders are closed for sticks. The class price is $25.

See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 8:18 AM | Permalink

We're getting close to the registration deadline for Master Darian's Stick Class on 2/21. Orders for sticks need to be in by 2/12. Last day for registration for the class is 2/19.

Wednesday 2/11/09 - Master Robert is in town this week and will be teaching the Wednesday Advanced Adult classes. This is a good opportunity if you are a senior belt and unable to attend on Saturday mornings to work with Master Robert. Class times are 6p and 7p.

Attendance and tentative promotion list will be posted on February 28th.

Something to think about.....

With the weather in constant flux during this time of year...illness has a tendency to run rampant...especially when the body is already run down. Remember to take care of your body! It is your tool! Stress from work and our daily lives can weaken the immune system and something as simple as a cold can turn into something really nasty in a hurry. As always...listen to your doctor...do everything medically necessary to stay healthy, but also listen to your body....if you are always tense or stressed...there are simple breathing and meditative exercises that can help reduce stress and help to strengthen the body. Sound crazy? Try it! I guarantee you will see an improvement in your physical well being not to mention your focus and concentration while training.

If you need help with relaxation techniques...talk to your instructors...they have exercises that can help.

See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:41 AM | Permalink | Comments

Isn't the weather in Texas fun?!

Ok...while the surface streets may be fairly clear, the other instructors who have been out driving and fighting the traffic and I agree...having class this evening is just not a prudent thing to do as any moisture will most likely start to re-freeze once the sun goes down.

So...all Classes for this evening have been cancelled. SNAP and Advanced Adults. We appreciate your understanding.

Everyone stay warm and stay safe. Remember the first rule of Kung Fu....PAY ATTENTION!

Normal class schedules will resume on Thursday 1/29.

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 1:11 PM | Permalink

A significant ice event is expected in the DFW area today and conditions are expected to deteriorate throughout the day. To ensure the safety of our students and staff, we will cancel classes this evening.

Please use caution if you must be out today.

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Posted by Kris Bates at 6:28 AM | Permalink

It was great to see the turnout for classes this weekend! We even had some student family members come to our first Friends and Family class. We hope to continue having this type of class at least twice a quarter. So mark your calendars for the next Friends and Family class on March 7th. Adults 10am and kids 11:30am.

Weather update: Apparently there is a significant weather event including sleet and freezing rain due to hit the DFW area late tonight and early tomorrow. As this IS Texas its hard to tell what the impact will be until it actually happens. As of right now, NO classes have been cancelled, but that could change by tomorrow. PLEASE check the website for closing information or call 817-590-8585 to get the latest information.

February 21st - Master Darian's 2nd Weapons Seminar "Short Sticks" - class is $25 and stick set is $20. The sign up sheet is in the lobby. Class will be from 8:30-10:30 with and adult class immediately following, kids class at normal time.

Its not too early to start thinking about graduation....which will be March 25th for SNAP and March 28th for KFSS...get your classes in early!

Everyone have a great week and we'll see you in class!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 8:30 AM | Permalink | Comments

I hope everyone is having a great week! I'm a little late getting things out this week, but wanted to let you know about a few things that are happening.

Saturday 1/24 - Friends and Family Classes - We would like to encourge our current students to bring a friend or family member to either the 10 am (for adults and Kids 14 and older) and 11:30 for kids. This is a great way to introduce Kung Fu San Soo to someone who might be interested in learning. We will teach them how to fall, block a punch and throw a punch. If your friend or family member joins and stays for 3 months, you will recieve a free month tuition!

Saturday 2/21 - 8:30-10:30 the 2nd in Master Darian's weapon seminar series...Short Sticks. The class is $25 and the bamboo stick set is $20. The sign up sheet is on the board in the lobby. If you wish to purchase a set of sticks...I need your order by 2/12.

Wednesday Advanced Adult Classes: Attendance in the Advanced Adult classes on Wednesday has been at zero for the last 4 weeks or so. Mike is doing some contract work at night so we will have guest instructor's for the next 6-8 weeks. IF attendance doesn't pick up in those time slots, we may consider putting those classes on hiatus. We need to get some feedback in this area so please contact me or Master Robert at the school number.

One last thing...I have not had the opportunity to post the payments to the computer at the school....please ignore any prompt that says...PAST DUE!!!!

I will be traveling this weekend so I will see everyone next week!

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Posted by Kris Bates at 1:41 PM | Permalink

Just a few reminders:

Friday 1/9 7pm - Instructor's Meeting - All instructor's and IDs are encouraged to attend.

Saturday 1/10 - Black Belt Class from 1-2pm

Wednesday Night Adult Advanced classes are at 6pm and 7pm. Please be advised...you wish to attend the 7pm class and not 6pm...we need to know.

We are back to NORMAL class schedules. Please try to be on time for classes.

The 2nd class in Master Darian's Weapons seminar series has been moved back to February 21st. This will give us some additional time to order sticks and give ample opportunity for folks to sign up. The sign up sheet will go up this evening. Class price will be $25 and if you would like to purchase a stick set, they will be $20.

Don't forget...the time to get your training in is NOW!

See you in class!
Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 9:42 AM | Permalink

While the freezing rain is supposed to stop around noon and turn to just rain...the other instructor who has the later classes this evening and I agree...we prefer to err on the side of caution as the bridges and overpasses become treacherous after the sun goes down this evening.

We will cancel classes for this evening and begin again tomorrow.

Go figure...80 dgrees on Saturday and 30's on Monday. What a difference a day makes!

Be safe this evening!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 11:36 AM | Permalink

With the new year come new resolutions.

I resolve to do this or that...make sure that one of them is to take your Kung Fu training to the next level! Focus, breathing, relaxation...these are all techniques that will help you take your training to the next level.

RKMSF returns to its normal class schedule beginning Monday 1/5. Start the new year off right and get your classes in early!

Be advised...there is a winter weather advisory in effect for the DFW area thru noon on Monday. Please use your best judgement when traveling and log on to the website or call the school at 817. 590.8585 to see if classes will be held. This IS Texas and the weather can change in a moment.

We're looking forward to seeing everyone!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 9:43 PM | Permalink

Thank you so much to everyone who came out to the Fall quarter graduation! Everyone did a terrific job!

Just a reminder of our Holiday Schedule:

Adult class 5:30 and Kids class 6:30 Monday 12/22 & 12/29 and Tuesday 12/23 & 12/30.

Adult class 9am-10:15a Saturday 12/27 & 1/3

Closed 12/24 & 12/25

Closed 12/31 & 1/1

The Winter quarter officially begins on 1/5 for KFSS students and 1/7 for SNAP. Tuition will be billed for CC holders between 1/1 and 1/7.

From Master Robert and myself..."Merry Christmas! and a Happy New Year!" Everyone have a safe holiday!

Ms. Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:36 AM | Permalink | Comments

Talk about the weather in Texas! Man! 79 yesterday and 29 this morning! Well they always say "if you don't like the weather wait a minute...it will change!"

There is a SMALL chance of freezing precipitation (mainly NE of the metroplex) for this evening. The school will be open tonight. If the weather begins to worsen, please call the school telephone number to check for updates. As with anything...use your best judgement.

SNAP Graduation is Wednesday 12/17 from 5-6pm.

KFSS Graduation is Saturday 12/20 from 9:30-11am. There will be NO other classes that day! Doors will open at 8:30...come early to get stretched out and warmed up.

RKMSF Holiday schedule begins Monday 12/22. The schedule is posted on the calendar on this website and at the school.

The new quarter for KFSS begins 1/5 and for SNAP begins 1/7. Start the year off right by coming to class and working off all the holiday goodies!

The colder it gets...the more you need to stretch! We cannot stress this enough!

Everyone stay warm!

See you in class!
Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 11:47 AM | Permalink

I'm finally back from Pittsburrrrrgh! Brrrrr! Was it cold there!

Just a few reminders:

1) Instructor's class Saturday 1pm-2pm - all instructor's and IDs are encouraged to attend.

2) SNAP graduation Wednesday December 17th! Come and support these folks as they have worked really hard this quarter.

3) KFSS graduation is 12/20 and will begin promptly at 9:30am. Doors will open at 8:30. Please make plans to attend.

4) Holiday Schedule:
Monday 12/22 and 12/29, Tuesday 12/23 and 12/30:
**********1 Adult Class at 5:30p and 1 kids class at 6:30.*************
Saturday 12/27 and 1/3:
**********1 Adult Class at 9am-10:15 and 1 kids class at 10:30-11:30*******
PLEASE NOTE THESE TIMES!!!!!
You can also view them on the calendar located on the website.
Normal class schedules will resume on Monday 1/5.

Don't forget...the holiday season is when thieves pray upon those who aren't paying attention! Don't leave valuables in your car, always have someone walk you out to your car at night, and if you are traveling this season...tell a neighbor where you are going and when you will be back! If someone backs up to your home with a moving van...they'll know to call the police!

Don't take this time for granted...be vigilant so that you can enjoy your holiday with no unpleasant interruptions.

See you in class!
Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 3:50 PM | Permalink

Thinking about workouts, practice and experimentation…..

Our workouts are probably the best teachers we have. The instructor gives us a lesson or two and we practice it. Once we’ve ‘mastered’ it, we start mixing it up with other lessons we’ve received. That’s where experimenting comes in…if something comes to mind that seems like it should work, give it a try. It may work beautifully (smooth, efficient, effective) or it may not. If not, spend a few minutes dissecting it to see why not. Maybe an adjustment in targeting, foot position or body reaction needs to be made or maybe it just doesn’t work, or at least work efficiently. That’s okay.

Workouts are the time to find out if something isn’t working because there you have the opportunity to fix it or discard it.
* Experiment with non standard blocks as you may not always be able to execute a perfect text book blocking drill block. As long as the block keeps you from getting hit and sets up and is part of the counter attack, you’ll be okay.
* Get in front of the mirror and allow yourself to be put in a leverage or restraint, then use the mirror to see what you can do to counter it. Keep in mind the counter is most likely the opposite of what you think you should do.
Be creative…use your hands, your legs, you body position, your balance, your BRAIN and don’t forget to relax.
* Oh…and don’t forget CONTROL, either. All of this skill, power, balance, focus and relaxation amounts to chaos without control. Be conscious of you speed and your contact with your partner(s). Be conscious of you your intensity as well as your intent. Control is as much about mental discipline as it is physical regulation. Mental/emotional control is very much a part of maintaining physical control.

Whenever great skill (all of the above) is applied, there must also be great control. KFSS isn’t just about winning the fight and being ‘safe’, it’s also about self respect and respect for others.

Master Robert.

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Posted by Kris Bates at 8:38 PM | Permalink

I hope everyone had a nice long weekend and now you're ready to work off all that holiday food! I know I am!

There are now just 3 weeks until Graduation so make sure you get your classes in early! I will post the tentative promotion list later this week.

Things to remember:

• THIS SATURDAY!!!! Kids Movie Night featuring "Kung Fu Panda"! 5pm-9pm $5 per child (where can you get a babysitter for that?) Registration IS necessary by 12/4 (Thursday). Please contact me via email or sign up on the sheet at the school. I even made up invitations to give your friends!
• Saturday 12/13 - Instructor's Class and Meeting. 1-2pm. Please make every effort to be in this class as we will need to discuss Holiday scheduling and plan for 2009.
• Wed 12/17 - SNAP Graduation!!!
• Saturday 12/20 - KFSS Graduation!!! Doors open at 8:30, Graduation starts promptly at 9:30a. There will be no regular classes on this day.
• No Self Defense Classes throughout December. It will return in January with brand new sessions and updated curriculum.
  

Its getting colder outside!!! Don't forget to stretch!!!

Have a great week!
Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 1:03 PM | Permalink

Master Robert and I hope everyone had a very Happy Thanksgiving. I received and email from Master indication his was good and mine was also.

Remember...no Self Defense class tonight....1 adult class on Saturday at 8:30 and the kids class is at 10:00 am!

Everyone have a great weekend!

Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:02 AM | Permalink

After polling our Wednesday night students, we have decided to cancel the SNAP class and Advanced Adult classes on Wednesday night 11/26/08.

Everyone have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 8:18 AM | Permalink

KFSS and SNAP attendance for 9-29 thru 11-6 will be posted on the website later today and will be posted at the school tomorrow. Please make sure you're tracking your classes as we get closer to graduation.

Upcoming:

11/27 - Thanksgiving Day -RKMSF will be CLOSED
11/29 - ONE ADULT CLASSS at 8:30am AND ONE KIDS CLASS at 10:00am. Please note the time change on the Kids class.

12/6 - Kids Movie Night - 5p-9pm ALL current kid students and their friends ages 3 and up are welcome. Cost will be $5 per child. Snacks, Pizza and drinks will be served. We will show "Kung Fu Panda" and play games and just a have good time! Parents...this is your chance to have a date night or do some Christmas shopping! Adult and teenage volunteers are needed. Registration will be required by 12/4. You can register via email or at the school later this week. So bring your friends and show them what Kung Fu is all about!

12/17 - SNAP Graduation - We have a great big group this term so come out and support these folks!

12/20 - KFSS Graduation

As we get into the Holiday Season, please make note of your surroundings. Remember the first rule of Kung Fu...PAY ATTENTION! Parents, make a plan with your kids before you go into crowded shopping areas. Kids, stay close to your parents!

Everyone have a great week!
Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 7:35 AM | Permalink

WOW! We had a great turn out for the Staff class! And according to Master Darian...we could have gone on for hours!!!! We'll do part two sometime next year so stay tuned! Thank you to Master Darian for a great class! DVD's will be available next week.

Master Darian's next special interest class will be a Stick class. More info to come as we nail down dates and prices. One thing we all agreed on...we needed more time, and with so much to cover on the sticks...we'll probably go for 3 hours!

Don't forget...Halloween is this Friday. Please take extra precautions while trick or treating with the kiddos. The instructors will reiterate Trick or Treating guidelines with our kids classes this week.

Moving on...

Saturday November 1 - KFSS Tuition is due. (Don't forget to set your clocks back before you go to bed! Daylight Savings Time ends at midnight on Saturday!)

Saturday November 8 - Black Belt Class (1-2:30) All Black Belts are encouraged to attend.

Thursday November 27 - Closed for Thanksgiving...No Classes.

Friday November 28 - Closed...No Classes

Saturday November 29 - 1 Adult Class (8:30-9:45) 1 Kids Class (10:00 - 11:00) Please note the change in time for the Kids Class!

I'll be posting October attendance numbers on the website and at the school the first week of November.

Everyone have a great week!

See you in class!
Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:28 PM | Permalink

I hope everyone had a great weekend! The weather was gorgeous!

One thing I've noticed since the beginning of October is the decline in attendance at the 4:30 classes. This happens pretty much every year as kids receive more homework and school activities begin to ramp up going into the holidays and yes even those pesky germs get pasted around and kids start to get sick. This shift in attendance tends to be very seasonal and we generally start to see it pick back up at the beginning of the year. What I would like to remind everyone is that we've always kept this class going and our instructor's are there regardless whether we have kids show up or not as they generally teach the 5:30 class as well. Life can get really hectic. I'd like to encourage you to make the time to have your child in class. Their safety is our utmost concern especially going into Halloween.

Moving on...we need helpers in our SNAP class on Wednesdays. This class has once again exploded in attendance we need to make sure we have enough folks on hand to help with this very important class. If you are a current adult student and are available from 5-6pm on Wednesday night, please contact myself or Master Lisa to let us know you can help.

October 25th 8:30 am-10:30am - Master Darian's Staff Class. If you have ordered at staff, it will be at the school the morning of the class. Enrollment is officially closed at this time due to class size. Class will be held at the school so come early as there will be no official stretching and warming up.

November 8th 1-2:30pm will be our next Black Belt Class...All Black Belts are invited to attend.

November 27th - Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday.

November 29th - 1 Adult class (8:30-9:45am) and 1 Kids class (10:00-11:00am). PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE IN TIME FOR THE KIDS CLASS!

Everyone have a great week and we'll see you in class!

Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:34 PM | Permalink

Hi all,

I trust you are well.

Some thoughts on ground techniques...think about the hierarchy of the six steps on the dry erase board in the training room. The steps are: relaxation, smoothness, power, control, polish/style and intent. We’ve recently discussed intent via visualization. We’ve recently talked about polish/style, control, power and smoothness. But we always talk about relaxation and breathing. Why...because, it’s the foundation of what we do. If you don’t breath, you can’t relax…besides, it isn’t healthy. If you don’t relax, you won’t perform at your full potential and in some cases, you’ll even fail at KFSS or any other combat art. When you are relaxed, you are less likely to be distracted which means you can PAY ATTENTION to what’s going on around you. Without breathing and relaxation, we’re mediocre at best.

Relax (verb):
1. to make less tense, rigid, or firm; make lax:
5. to release or bring relief from the effects of tension, anxiety, etc.:
(From http://dictionary.reference.com)

Relaxation is a key concept to what we do. As you are going through the drills, exercises, lessons and workouts associated with ground techniques (or any other technique in KFSS for that matter) be conscious of relaxation. If you feel tension setting in, pause and relax. If you tense up, it makes it much easier for the grappler to hang on; if you relax, it makes it much easier to defeat the restraint/hold. Our default posture is tension and rigidity, especially when we feel disadvantaged or threatened. We need to change that default posture to relaxed and compliant (no tension). That means we have to practice relaxation. By the way, being able to relax is as much mental conditioning (visualization helps here) as it is physical conditioning. We have to breathe deeply, stretch, think positive, avoid worry, etc. and we have to practice these things daily, not just during our weekly or bi-weekly visits to class. First, relaxation becomes a habit through practice. Then, it becomes our default posture. When relaxation becomes our default, just about everything will become easier and more efficient…think about it.

See you in class!
Master Robert

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Posted by Kris Bates at 2:15 PM | Permalink

I hope everyone had a great weekend! As we go into the rest of October, keep the following updates in mind:

October 16th - Last day to sign up for Master Darian's Staff Class. Staff's will be ordered on the 17th.

October 25th - 8:30-10:30am - Master Darian's Staff class. Adult class to follow from 10:30-11:30, Kids class at normal time.

November 1st - KFSS Tuition is due.

November 27th/28th - RKMSF will be closed for the Thanksgiving Holidays. We will reopen on Saturday 11/29 for one adult class at 8:30 and move the kids class to 10:00am.

December Graduations - SNAP December 17th and KFSS on December 20th.

I'll be updating the calendar on the website shortly, so if you have any questions, you can refer to it.

Everyone have a great week!
Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 12:30 PM | Permalink

We're in the home stretch!!!! SNAP Graduation is this Wednesday at 5 p.m. Come and support these wonderful people! They have a huge surprise for everyone!


KFSS Graduation is THIS Saturday (9/27) at 9:30 a.m. Come early to get a good parking spot! Come early to warm up! Come early to be in the picture! Doors will open at 8:30. Just a reminder...please do NOT park in the parking spots that border the Knights of Columbus Hall. You may park in our front spaces, along our building (and in back in the spaces NOT bordering the other buildings). Overflow parking is available on the other side of the Pawn Shop.

Don't forget your side dishes and deserts for the reception following!

The Fall KFSS session begins Sept 29th! This next session will cover some new ground techniques so it should be exciting!

The Fall SNAP session begins October 1st!

Instructor's Class scheduled for October 11th from 1-2:30. We'll cover some of the new techniques for this term.

October 25th (8:30-10:30) Master Darian's first of three weapons seminar's. This seminar will cover the Staff. Class price is $25 and sign up WILL be necessary as space will be limited. If there is an overwhelming response, we will look into moving the class to a more open area to accommodate the extra participants. We also need to be sure we have enough weapons for everyone.

If you would like to purchase a burned, carved and sealed rattan staff, they will be $22. I will need to place the order no later than October 17th, so let me know ASAP! I will post a picture at the school so you can see what it looks like. Purchase of the staff is NOT necessary to take the class as we will have plenty of the PVC staffs available. Due to the nature of this class, we will only offer it to our students ages 14 and up.

Lots of exciting things are happening! Master Robert and I would like to thank EVERYONE for making RK Martial Sciences a success! We couldn't do it without you!

See you in class!
Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 9:48 AM | Permalink | Comments

Apparently I have a major issue with "dates" this month...I've been off by one day all month! SNAP Graduation is the 24th NOT the 25th as in my previous update! Sorry!

Master Robert will be in town next week and will be popping in during different classes. He will be teaching the Tuesday (9/23) 6:30/7:30 classes while Tim is on vacation.

Everyone have a great week!

Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 9:47 AM | Permalink

Thank you to everyone who braved IKE's wrath this weekend and showed up for class! Despite the weather...we had a great turnout for all classes!

There will be an Instructor's meeting this Friday evening at 7pm (not 8pm...please note the time change). We will be discussing the direction for next term and Master Darian's weapons seminar, so don't be late! Dinner immediately following. Place TBD.

We are just two weeks away from KFSS graduation (September 27th)! Remember that Eddie will be fixing one of his absolutely fabulous briskets AND baked beans! The school will provide drinks, plates and plastic wear...I will be putting a sign up sheet on the white board this week for folks to put down what they will be bringing. Doors will open at 8:30 and pictures will be taken at 9:20 with graduation to begin at 9:30. Come in uniform and be a part of the picture!

September 25th - SNAP Graduation! These folks have worked really hard! Come be a part of something really special!

September 29th - Fall Quarter for KFSS begins. Tuition due on October 1.

October 1 - Fall session for SNAP begins! Tuition also due.

October 11th (1-2:30p) Instructor's Class.

October 25th (8:30-10:30) Weapons Seminar by Master Darian Lockwood! Yes the Lockwood tradition continues and we are really excited to have Master Darian here! The 1st in the series of Weapons will be sticks, seminar #2 will be the staff and #3 will be bladed weapons. We will be restricting these classes to adults and children 14 and older. More details to come! sign up sheet will go up in about a week. Price TBD.

If you know people or have family in the Houston-Galveston-Southern Louisiana area or anywhere affected by recent hurricanes...consider making a donation to the Red Cross. Money is what is being requested to help feed and house the thousands of residents and evacuees affected by the storms. Go to www.redcross.gov to make donations or see how else you can help.

Have a great week and we'll see you in class!!!!
Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 10:43 AM | Permalink

At 5:45 am, Hurrican IKE is NOT expected to impact the DFW area until 2 pm this afternoon. So morning classes for today will NOT be cancelled due to weather. Sp the school will be open and classes will proceed. The black belt class scheduled for 1pm is still on. If the weather begins to deteriorate we will update the website again or call the school number at 817-590-8585.

The weather event expected in our area is expected to be worse to the EAST of the metroplex, be that doesn't mean we should not be prepared for some severe weather in our area. So if you have plans out doors...keep an eye to the sky.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Galveston and Houston areas.

See you in class!

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Posted by Kris Bates at 5:46 AM | Permalink

A hurricane in North Texas? OK...well maybe not a hurricane, but tropical storm force winds and heavy rain are anticipated in the DFW area for Saturday and Sunday. As of this moment we have NOT cancelled Saturday classes, but if the weather deteriorates on Saturday as anticipated, we may very well cancel all Saturday classes.

Please check the website Saturday morning BEFORE heading out to class. Any post I make that morning may NOT be received in your email before you leave so log on to www.rkmartialsciences.com to check for closures.

Your safety is our biggest concern. So be safe!

Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 8:25 AM | Permalink

Hello everyone!

I hope everyone had a great weekend! I just wanted to send out a few reminders...

This Saturday - September 13th - Black Belt class from 1-2:30.

Friday September 19th - Instructor's Meeting time TBD.

Wednesday September 24th - SNAP Graduation - Please check the board for belt promotions...I need belt sizes by 9/17.

Saturday September 27th (NOT the 28th) - KFSS Graduation and the 1 year Anniversary of RKMSF. BBQ Bob (a.k.a. Eddie Goodnight) will be preparing one of his fabulous briskets and some of his absolutely delicious baked beans! Please bring a side dish or desert and celebrate with us!

Monday September 29th - KFSS Fall Quarter begins

Wednesday October 1st - Fall SNAP Session begins. All tuition is due.

Saturday October 11th - Instructor's class 1-2:30p.

October Special Interest Class - Date to be determined...Master Darian will conduct a Special Interest class. Details are forthcoming.

Everyone have a great week!

Kris

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Posted by Kris Bates at 7:38 AM | Permalink | Comments

Well, we're officially 2/3 of the way through this semester. Attendance standings will be posted by the end of the day Monday. I've included tentative belt rank promotions for KFSS with this posting. If you are being promoted in belt rank and receiving a belt...Please let me know what your belt size ASAP. If you are promoting to black belt and wish to order an embroidered belt or a black uniform, I need to know by September 6th.

The Black Belt quiz will be sent via email to those who are promoting to Black Belt this week. Please watch your email and if you do not receive it, please get in touch with me at the school.

September 1st we will be closed for the Labor Day holiday. For those who do not pay by credit card, tuition is due this week. Credit card payments will be run September 1st.

September 13th - Black Belt class from 1-2:30. All black belts are invited to attend.

September 25th - SNAP Graduation 5-6pm

September 27th - KFSS Graduation begins at 9:30am. Doors will open at 8:30 and group photos will be taken at 9:20. There will be a reception immediately following to celebrate the 1st anniversary of RK Martial Sciences & Fitness. Thanks to everyone for your support!

The Fall Semester will begin on September 29th.

See you in class!

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