We are always looking for ways to improve at MKG Madison!
As I said last week, we are looking at improving our adult classes by researching other class structures. One of the things we are looking into is creating a bit of separation within our Focus Classes (Panantukan, Jun Fan and Muay Thai).
We are researching to see if there is would be a benefit to dividing those classes into a “Advanced Striking Class” with a single art focus and more hands-on “Technical Class”.
During the “Advanced Striking Class” the class would be working exclusively on focus mitts/Thai pads with an emphasis on the unique attributes of the specific art. This class will be a great workout and will expand your striking abilities.
During the “Technical Class” (this name is place of a better name yet to come.), will focus on all other aspects of that that doesnt’ include the equipment. Some of those thing could include:
- Close Quarters
- Trapping
- Sensitivity drills
- Takedowns
- Locks
- Light glove work / Light Sparring
This would be a great class for those that enjoy diving into the detail and application of “Hands-On” parts of the arts.
These are ONLY PROPOSED changes and NOTHING has been solidified. If you have any questions/comments/concerns please contact us!
Any class/scheduling changes WOULD NOT be made with out due notice and likely happen (if changed) after Labor Day.
Next Monday, July 22nd. Panantukan and Kali will be cancelled because of this workshop!
But you can still get some training in. We would love you help as Student Ambassadors!
Hang out and share your passion for martial arts for those that are just starting their journey.
Also if you have friends that have been interested in learning a martial art, this a great opportunity try it for FREE!
Next Monday, July 22nd 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Thank you for your feedback!
We did a poll on Facebook about our Pick a Card Game and we got some positive feedback, so we are going to do it again for the month of July! We want to also expand the game by offering more opportunities to play! So, we will also be playing the game after KBE (Kickboxing Essentials) on Monday and Wednesdays! More chances to gain entries!
Remember there is more than one way to earn entries!
Find your classmates’ posts and do the “Social Media Hat Trick” to earn an entry.
Like, Comment and Share.
Bunch of Blue Stripes!
Congrats Harper and Matthew!
Final Stripes! Next step, testing!
The focus word for this unit is Confidence.
Helping others to have confidence.
During this unit, we have been discussing Confidence.
- What Confidence is and isn’t.
- How to get it and keep it.
- And how to share it with others.
We will be finishing up this unit by reviewing those 3 points. Confidence is an important thing that helps accomplish things that we may thing are to hard. Confidence is that little voice that reminds us that we can! We can also be that little voice for others that may be having a hard time hearing their own little voice.
Starting next week, during our final unit, we will be discussing Perseverance.
Our Technical focus this week we be continuing on Grappling.
More Photos and Videos of our MKG Kids in Action!
We would love to have more videos or photos of our MKG Kids classes! Our instructors are so busy doing awesome classes that we don’t want to distract them from that! So, I thought I see if there are any parents that are interested in taking a few shots during class? The footage can of what you think is cool, funny or interesting! Would you be willing to share it with us so that we can edit them into fun videos for the highlights?
Show us your eye for photos/video and we will put it together!
Congratulations ?? to Susan and Cat for passing MKG Phase 1.1!
Their preparation and performance during the test was inspiring to witness!
Onward and Upward! 1.2 is on the horizon.
Guro Anthony Sell is back at MKG Madison!
We are honored to welcome back, Guro Anthony Sell for another awesome workshop.
This workshop will be focusing on Sumbrada (The Counter for Counter game of Kali)
Saturday, July 27th
12:30 – 4:30 pm
Cost:$50
MKG International Summer Camp 2019 August 9th – 11th
If you haven’t ever attended an MKG Martial Arts Camp you are missing out!
Don’t miss this year, it is shaping up to be a great one. With special guest instructors, break out sessions, great teaching from Guro Rick himself and hanging out with our MKG Family. Why would you not go???
Click the button below to get registered!
Want to keep moving, but your in knots?
We are excited to be partnering with Amanda Reynolds of Peaceful Warrior Massage Therapy
With this partnership, MKG Madison be able to provide more options to keep you healthy and moving at your best! Amanda is an excellent massage therapist that has experience in both Eastern and Western methods. She will be accepting clients at MKG Madison on Fridays only, beginning this week!
To schedule an appointment contact Amanda at (608) 571-7754 or by FB message (Click Here)
Mano Mano's New Summer Collection!
Mano Mano Apparel is made by martial artists for martial artists.
Mano Mano has striking yet simple apparel that shares you passion for martial arts in style.
We look forward to seeing you all in classes this week! So get in here and get your reps in!
As always, we will be Training Safe, Training Hard and Having a ton of Fun!
Don’t miss out! See you at the gym!
Josh, Ruth and the MKG Staff