Our 2011 Holiday Party included pizza, drinks, ice cream and sweets. The party life saver for the kids included a Moon Jump donated by one of our parents. The kids were more interested in the Moon Jumper then the food. The evening ended up with alot of sweaty smiling kids.
If your interested in a VERY AFFORDABLE rental of a Moon Jumper, Tables & Chairs, Tents etc. email Ana at onestoppartyrental@yahoo.com.
Alot of my oldest pictures were damaged when my basement flooded. These are some of the survivors. If any of my old students have anything you would like to send me please do! The memories live on.
Also notice the picture with no sparring equipment and NO I didn't get disqualified . . . this time.
Sensei Smith
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Stacy Strunk Promoted to Black Belt
On November 4, 2011 Stacy Strunk was promoted to Shodan (1st degree black belt). Stacy started karate in 2007 training under Master Smith. Four years later and more than 100 pounds lighter she has achieved her goal of becoming a blackbelt. Over the 4 years she has participated in dozens of karate tournaments and training seminars to further her skills. She is also an active blogger who writes about competition, weight loss and body image in her blog, The FatKarate-ka. Stacy is also an avid CrossFitter, paleo enthusiast, anime fan and cosplayer. |
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Congratulations goes out to Mrs. Stacy Strunk and her Team-MSOI (Front Row) who participated in their first tournament on September 11, 2011. They competed at the Champion Karate Studio Open Martial Arts Tournament in Sugar Grove. Everyone represented themselves well!
The results are as follows:
Synchronized Kata: - The sister team of Nia and Champaign won 2nd place in synchronized kata. Victoria and Jeremy
participated but didn’t trophy but had a close 4th.
Individual Events:
Jessica Strunk, 14-15 Advanced Division, 1st for Kata, 1st for Kumite (Sparring)
Champaign Peterson, 12-13 Novice, 1st for kata, 2nd for Kumite
Jeremy Sullivan, 10-11 Novice, 2nd for Kata, 3rd for Kumite
Victoria Layman, 10-11 Novice, PBDT in Kata and Kumite
Miguel Flores, 8-9 Novice, 2nd in Kata
Nia Redman, 8-9 Novice, 1st in Kata, 2nd in Kumite |
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| Isshinryu Karate
The system of Karate taught at the Midwest School of Isshinryu is called Isshinryu (eesh in roo). It comes from Okinawa and is considered to be the most versatile of almost all styles. Isshinryu develops an individual to the best of their potential by allowing them the flexibility to use your natural assets to the best of your ability. We do not insist upon high kicks or very low, uncomfortable stances. The philosophy behind our system is that you must be able to successfully react to any situation using the talents unique to your mind and body. The goal of our school is to promote good Traditional Isshinryu.
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Before After
Fit Karate-ka Elements
The Fit Karate-ka Class introduces the basic punches, kicks and blocks of Isshinryu karate. Designed for adults who are new to martial arts or fitness, the course introduces just a couple new concepts each week. The class itself, however, will be fast-paced and you will keep moving. When you complete the class, you can easily transition into a traditional martial arts course or kick boxing class.
Instructor Stacy Strunk, a.k.a. the Fat Karate-ka, who has lost more than 100 pounds through her training in karate. She can show you how.
For Class info email: fatkarateka@gmail.com
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| School Location & Class Times |
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CLASS SCHEDULE
Mondays & Wednesdays
Youth Classes - 7-7:45 P.M.
Adult Classes - 8:00-9 P.M.
School Location:
Fox Valley Montessori School
Click Below Link for Directions
850 N. Commonwealth Ave. Aurora, Illinois 60506
1 630-384-9876 (Answering Service)
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CLASS FEES:
INDIVIDUAL: $30 per month.
FAMILY RATES (Monthly):
$30 - 1st family member
$25 - 2nd family member
$20 - each additional family member (residing in the same household)
The fee generally covers two classes per week for members.
UNIFORMS - Uniforms cost start at $35. (pre-pay 2 months & get a FREE uniform).
SPARRING GEAR - Buy protective items by the set, which includes headgear, gloves and leg guards and a mouthpiece and save.
PROMOTION FEES - There are no promotion fees for ranks below blackbelt.
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Its Almost Report Card Time Again Remember to Bring Them In!
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