By Northern Karate Schools - Maple Most athletes don't lose to their opponents, they lose to their own thoughts. In martial arts, this couldn't be more true.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple Did you know that the brain goes through a major "pruning" process around age 11? According to Raising Mentally Strong Kids by Daniel G.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple In both karate and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), it's easy to get caught up in outcomes—winning a sparring match or earning a new belt.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple In both karate and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ), it's easy to get caught up in outcomes—winning a sparring match or earning a new belt.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is one of the fastest-growing martial arts in the world, known for its focus on leverage, technique, and ground control rather than sheer strength.
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By Japanese Martial Arts Center As burnout continues to affect working professionals and busy parents across the city, the Japanese Martial Arts Center is highlighting karate as an effective solution to help adults manage stress, rebuild focus, and improve emotional well-being.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple One of the best parts of martial arts is that you never really "finish." There is no point where you know it all or have perfected every move. Instead, mastery is something you chase forever.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple When people think about martial arts, they usually picture punches, kicks, or throwing someone. But the real impact goes far deeper.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple Life isn't short on challenges. Sometimes it's a tough day at work, sometimes it's a tough round on the mats. Not every setback is a catastrophe — but how we respond to those moments makes all the difference.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple As the school year begins, parents look for activities that support their child's physical health, emotional well-being, and social development. Martial arts, like karate and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, check all those boxes—and more.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple A common question we hear is: "Do I need to be in shape before starting Brazilian Jiu Jitsu?" The short answer? Absolutely not. You don't need to be fit to start; you get fit by starting.
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 | By F.R. Perro, Inc. Filmmaker & Martial Artist Chip Perro Kicks Off New LA Project
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By DonnaInk Publications, L.L.C. A Riveting Portrait of Resilience, Redemption, and Real-Life Heroism, Born To Compete: A Man Without A War is a compelling and deeply personal narrative.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple It's a common question we hear from parents: "Will martial arts make my child more aggressive?" Or, if their child has already been acting out: "Will this just make them worse?" The short answer? No. In fact, the opposite is often true.
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By Northern Karate Schools - Maple In traditional martial arts, kata has always been more than just a routine. It is a tool, one that helps you build better technique, sharper reflexes, and a stronger connection between mind and body.
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By Japanese Martial Arts Center Martial artists across Michigan and beyond are gearing up for one of the region's most demanding and transformative martial arts events: the 2025 JMAC Crucible, hosted by the Japanese Martial Arts Center (JMAC) in Ann Arbor.
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By NKS Maple If you've ever watched a karate class—or better yet, taken part in one—you've likely heard that unmistakable shout: KIAI! It's loud, sharp, and full of energy.
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By NKS Maple In Outliers, Malcolm Gladwell explores what makes people successful.
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By NKS Maple We live in a culture that treats constant availability as a virtue. Always online, always reachable, always hustling. But the truth is, being perpetually "on" doesn't prove dedication, it drains it. It's not a sign of strength.
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By agelesskarate.com Ageless Martial Arts proudly opens a new martial arts school in Las Vegas, providing expert-led classes in karate, kickboxing, and self-defense.
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By NKS Maple Starting driving lessons with the goal of becoming a professional race car driver right away would seem unusual to most.
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By Northern Karate Schools Maple Confidence isn't something you're born with — it's something you build, one step, one class, and one challenge at a time.
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By Northern Karate Schools Maple The Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) belt system is more than just a way to measure skill—it's a reflection of dedication, perseverance, and personal growth. But where did it come from, and how does it work?
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By NKS Maple When we think of greatness—whether it's in sports, business, or martial arts—it's easy to imagine something extraordinary. We picture flawless discipline, superhuman motivation, and a level of talent that feels out of reach.
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By NKS Maple Every failure is a lesson. Every lesson sparks growth. And growth is what propels us forward.
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By Japanese Martial Arts Center The Japanese Martial Arts Center is excited to share the powerful benefits of parents showing up for their child's activities.
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By Oom Yung Doe Kirkland Traditional Martial Arts 501(c)3 holds 7thth Annual Spring Kick-a-thon across its Kirkland, Northgate, and San Diego locations
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By Japanese Martial Arts Center Embarking on a martial arts journey can be an exciting and transformative experience, but for beginners, it may also feel intimidating.
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 | By ONI KAI NINJUTSU Fans of Bloodsport & Cobra Kai Can Take Their Love of Martial Arts to the Mat @ Celebrity Trainer Adam McKinley's New Upscale Dojo & Retreat in the Sierra Nevada Mountains
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By Japanese Martial Arts Center Are you interested in practicing iaido in Ann Arbor? A little lost when it comes to swords? Iaido, the Japanese martial art of drawing and cutting with a sword, requires precision, focus, and consistent practice.
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 | By Rich Girl Productions Private Red Carpet Premiere of Black Creek Staring Cynthia Rothrock Premieres in Beverly Hills, California
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