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  • Turn the Page or Close the Book

    by chris gillam
    If there was one thing that could make the difference, or make the problem disappear, what would it be? Sure, there may be a lot of steps necessary...

  • Shift your Perspective and Be Resilient

    by chris gillam
    As we get off to a New Year and an exciting 2024, it is more important than ever to keep a great perspective with all the negative news surrounding...

  • Diamond Discipline

    by chris gillam
    After this month’s graduation ceremony, you could see the energy and enthusiasm impacting our students most positively. With the crowds at grad, it...

  • 365%

    by chris gillam
    The intensity on the floor is unreal this week and it looks like next week will be a big moment for many at the school. If this is your first belt ...

  • Let the Journey Begin

    by chris gillam
    With December belt testing around the corner, it looks like the students at First Choice Martial Arts, have stepped up their training to a level ne...

  • One Movement Can Change Your Attitude

    by chris gillam
    It’s a Monday and after a busy weekend, a couple of Dragons have come into the class a little more nervous than usual. What’s odd about this is the...

  • Once a Karate Student, Always a Karate Student

    by chris gillam
    This past week we were sitting down with the Little Dragons, and we discussed what it meant to be a karate student and the responsibilities that co...

  • Saturday Morning Success

    by chris gillam
    It’s Saturday morning and it’s 9:30 in the morning and the Little Dragons class is hopping with energy. These kids have wakened early, had breakfas...

  • 80% of Success is Showing Up

    by chris gillam
    When you decide to commit it sets the groundwork for some exciting things about to come. If you think of a car stuck in the snow it doesn't matter ...

  • Leaves Fall, Growth Begins Again

    by chris gillam
    With another awesome graduation in the books, students at First Choice Martial Arts are now beginning new curriculum cycles as the Fall season arri...

  • A Never Quit Attitude

    by chris gillam
    Yesterday First Choice Martial Arts held its’ September Black Belt testing, and we are proud to say that eight students successfully passed their B...

  • Be Safe, Be Smart

    by chris gillam
    Back to school is here and the streets of Hamilton are sure to be busy over the next few weeks. First Choice Martial Arts wants you and your child ...