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Our 7-year-old son has been with Charles Water Karate for 1 1/2 years now and the change that we are seeing in him is truly remarkable. He is not only acquiring good martial art skills but is also developing self-control, patience, and discipline. Their program does not focus on the child's weaknesses but rather on his strengths which inspires the child to work even harder. We are happy that we have made the right choice and we are proud to be a part of the Charles Water Karate family!

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Our children have attended Charles Water Karate and Fitness for the past seven years and we can't say enough positive things about their experiences. The staff is supportive and encouraging. While we have always loved our experiences at the studio, during the pandemic, Master Water and the entire staff have gone above and beyond to help students stay connected and engaged. The consistency of seeing their teachers and classmates for regular classes over Zoom each week allowed our children to maintain some sense of normalcy in an uncertain time. Additionally, Master Water has provided individual lessons via Zoom to insure that they are advancing in their skills and also providing an opportunity to connect personally and check on each student's well-being. This has made a world of difference for our children and we are incredibly grateful be part of this karate family.

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We had our child join the studio a few months ago. We could not be happier with the experience. The instructors are kind, considerate, and compassionate. Their ability to redirect the children is something to be reckoned with and something I haven’t experienced before. I’m so glad this studio has been here for 35 years and I hope it stays for 35 more. Thank you!

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Master Water, Mrs. Water and Master Quintano are outstanding professionals and wonderful people, too! When you enter the studio, you are filled with positivity and encouragement and instantly feel part of the karate family. We highly recommend Charles Water Karate and Fitness for children and even adults! You won’t be disappointed!

John Macri
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Excellent training. I am 60 and returned to Karate at 56. It has changed my physical life and has given me so much more confidence to handle myself outside the studio. The training by Master Water & Master Quintano is first class. I have many new friendships within my Karate family. I highly recommend it for children to gain confidence and get in good condition and for adults it could be a decision that saves your life. You will get in shape. John Macri

Mike Bello
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Charles Water Karate is the best decision we have made for my son. I joined along with him and the father/son experience has been beyond rewarding. Master Water and Mrs. Water are strong and compassionate leaders and Master Water's Leadership staff is top notch. I travel past 5 martial arts studios from my home to attend Charles Water Karate so that the life lessons, confidence building, and leadership skills that Master Water teaches through Martial Arts can be given to my son.
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The greatest part about Master Water is his willingness to grow and change. This was on display during the pandemic as he completely changed to an online school and now has hybrid experiences. He is a true role model for everyone.

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The Bird

May 21, 2021

We have an active Teachers In Training system at our studio. One never knows where the next great instructor will come from that will touch your life forever. The following took place at a recent TNT meeting…

Then the bird…this time of the year doors are open, and we get serenaded by the hundreds of birds flying around Williston Park. At one point the chirping got louder which is not a surprise. Then Mrs. Water mentioned that we had a bird visitor. Yes, a bird had flown into the studio. A small one yet a frightened bird nonetheless. This was the 3rd time in our 35-year history that we have had winged visitors. The giggling and excitement rose to a high level between, Master Q., Kayla, Danial, Michael, and Tara. The bird was not too happy though. Procedure is to shut the lights down and close the back door. Then the bird will always fly to the light. Why? That is their pattern. The light equals their freedom. However, the front door is surrounded by lots of plate glass windows which the bird kept on flying to. We needed to steer the bird towards the front door.

So, I asked myself, how could I make this a win-win situation? How could I create a great learning experience for TNT members and still steer the bird, unharmed to safety?

As we prepare to start classes on the lower level beginning June 1, we are pre-framing our students for the eventuality of sparring others when social distancing relaxes. Lately, I have been asking this question during classes…how long does it take someone to throw their favorite technique? Answer…three to five seconds. Once you recognize that you can take your partner out of their comfort zone. They will then immediately go back to their favorite technique. Then you have them! You are in control. This is since everyone has a recognizable pattern. Much like students always place their same leg into their karate pants every class attended.

Furthermore, our teachers learn to positively influence students’ behaviors moving them from inappropriate ones to empowering ones. We use a mindset that suggests four concise methodologies…1. Understand and appreciate their world, 2. Get leverage, 3. Interrupt their pattern & 4. Create an empowering alternative.

So, I applied the mindset to successfully getting the bird safely out of the studio in order to fly off to freedom without grabbing or pushing. 1. Understand and appreciate the bird’s world. Scared, out of element, and no family members around to support. Talk about fight or flight. 2. Get leverage. Turned the lights off and gently used different elements to move the bird to the front window. That was a challenge. The bird finally did yet bounce off and flew numerous times around the darkened studio. 3. Interrupt their pattern. The bird would eventually fly to the light. Why? That is what birds do. The last time it flew towards to window, it slipped down to the safety of the branches of the planter at the front door. 4. Create an empowering alternative. Once the bird felt safe in the branches of the plant, I walked slowly towards it while sending green energy. Green is the color of love & gratitude. As I moved closer, I started smiling and the bird seem to calm down. I bent down, got on one knee, and slowly moved my hand to the bottom of the planter. The bird was still nervous yet seemed to calm down a bit. As I placed my hand on the planter, I started slowly moving the planter along with its passenger towards the front door. It seemed to take forever. I didn’t wish to startle the bird. On my hands and knees, I slowly moved the plant towards the front door still smiling and sending green energy. Inch by inch is certainly a cinch! Finally, I pushed the bird and the planter over the threshold and then gave the planter a little shake. The bird happily flew to freedom!

We cover the mindset in instructor certification classes. Have an amazing day!

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