WINTER 2023 PROMOTIONAL RESULTS!

Posted on February 2, 2023 | by USBKA

CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES! A great effort was made by all during testing! A record 95 students advanced! One key lesson for students is that in testing, like life, there are no “do-overs”! We learn that giving our best effort and attitude the first time leads to the greatest success!!

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Russ Jarem

Hanshi Russ Jarem, 8th-degree black belt

Susan Warzek

Kyoshi Susan Warzek, 7th-degree black belt

Michael Favreau

Sensei Michael Favreau, 4th-degree black belt

USBKA-CP.com & US BUDOKAI KARATE of Clifton Park have been repeatedly selected as the communities’ #1 Martial Arts School!

Established in 1980 by Master Instructor, Hanshi Russ Jarem an 8th-degree Black Belt, US Budokai Karate has helped hundreds of students develop the skills necessary for a successful life. Students at US Budokai Karate receive instruction from the most experienced martial artists in the area.

Classes are offered for preschool children ages 4-6 and elementary-age kids ages 7 and up. These programs are designed to help children develop the skills needed for success in school and later in life.

US Budokai Karate Adult Karate training is a complete adult fitness and conditioning program for adults who want to lose weight, get (and stay in shape), or learn self-defense in a supportive environment. A place to leave the stress behind and to your develop mind, body, and spirit.

Instructors can answer questions or be contacted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at RenshiSue@usbka-cp.com or call directly at 518-383-0484. You can also visit our website at USBKA-CP.com

The US Budokai Karate is centrally located in Clifton Park New York and serves the greater Capital District Area. US Budokai Karate 215 Guideboard Road, Suite 5, Clifton Park, NY 12065.

Leadership VOTES are IN!

Posted on January 17, 2023 | by USBKA

US Budokai Karate Leadership students met on Friday 1/13 to culminate our Bottle Drive effort! Who will be the lucky charity?

We are happy to report that RESPECT Supersession was a “Charitable” Success!! 49 participants named 21 charities and everyone made confident, convincing, and persuasive presentations on behalf of their selected organization. Great job Leadership!

We learned about Alley Cat Allies, the Animal Protective Foundation, CAPTAIN, Catskill Animal Sanctuary, Cocoa House, Feline Advocates Coming Together, Homeward Bound Dog Rescue, Make-a-Wish, Muslim Soup Kitchen, North Country Wild Care, Out of the Pits, Ronald McDonald House, Saratoga County Animal Shelter, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, St. Mary’s Crescent, Things of my Very Own, Umbrella of the Capital District, Water for South Sudan and Team Seas!!!

In the end, the most supported cause was the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society which earned 13 votes!!

With so many animal-type charities named, everyone was happy that cats and dogs would benefit from our bottle drive! To date over $1000 has been collected!! The bottle drive will continue through the end of January so let’s keep going and take it over the top!!

LEADERSHIP = LEARNING OUR COURAGE AND CONFIDENCE CAN CHANGE THE WORLD!!

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Russ Jarem
Hanshi Russ Jarem,8th-degree black belt

Susan Warzek
Kyoshi Susan Warzek, 7th-degree black belt

Michael Favreau
Sensei Michael Favreau, 4th-degree black belt

US BUDOKAI KARATE of Clifton Park has been repeatedly selected as the communities’ #1 Martial Arts School!

Established in 1980 by Master Instructor, Hanshi Russ Jarem an 8th-degree Black Belt, US Budokai Karate and for preschool children ages 4-6 and elementary age kids ages 7 and up are designed to develop the skills needed for a successful in school and later in life.

Unique to our school is our Leadership Program. This layer of development available to Junior and Teen students teaches your child essential leadership skills as well as vital, life-altering communication skills in a martial arts setting. The revolutionary “Mastery Triangulation” model combines social confidence and martial arts training in the same class and gives your child the superior edge to succeed!

US Budokai Karate Adult Karate training is a complete fitness and conditioning program for adults who want to learn self-defense, lose weight, and stay in shape. So much more than going to the gym! A place to develop mind, body, and spirit. Our adult programs are for the serious martial artist seeking to train in a traditional and supportive environment.

Instructors can answer questions or be contacted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at RenshiSue@usbka-cp.com or call directly at 518-383-0484. You can also visit our website at USBKA-CP.com

The US Budokai Karate is centrally located in the Capital District Area in Saratoga County, New York at 215 Guideboard Road, Clifton Park, NY 12065.

Leadership Habits!

Posted on June 21, 2022 | by USBKA

Leadership students at US Budokai Karate build positive habits!

Finding a balance for healthy screen time is an important building block for good habits but can also be challenging for parents.

In this week’s extra credit challenge (Discipline Challenge #5), for five days in a row, students must turn off all screens by 7 pm!

There are positives and negatives to screen time.

Negatives: too much sedentary time, obesity, poor social skills, poor vision, neck/back issues, depression/anxiety, and poor sleep (including insomnia in teenagers)!

Positives: promote learning, develop problem-solving skills, communication, social skills, and creativity.

How much is too much?

It is advised that children under 2 have zero screen time. Two-to-five-year-olds should have no more than one hour per day. Up to age 18…no more than two hours a day; including gaming, social media, and TV!

Good rules for screen time at home may include a specific amount of time/time of day with screens, what devices are allowed, what content is allowed, where in the house screens may be used, and where screens are stored when not in use.

General boundaries like no screens during meals, after 7 pm, or if homework needs to be done will help keep things on track at your home.

Limiting screen time helps to establish good habits early!

Unplugged Ninja by Mary Nhin was part of the students’ learning experience this week. This book speaks in easy-to-understand language about how your child can learn to create better habits like Reset, Reconnect, and Relax for a “digital detox”!

Looking for more information to help your child have a safe online experience -check out this article from top10.com for Best Parental Control Apps for 2022

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Russ Jarem

Hanshi Russ Jarem, 8^th degree black belt

Susan Warzek

Kyoshi Susan Warzek, 7^th degree black belt

Michael Favreau

Sensei Michael Favreau, 4^th degree black belt

USBKA-CP.com & US BUDOKAI KARATE of Clifton Park have been repeatedly selected as the communities’ #1 Martial Arts School!

Established in 1980 by Master Instructor, Hanshi Russ Jarem an 8^th degree Black Belt, US Budokai Karate has helped hundreds of students develop the skills necessary for a successful life. Students at US Budokai Karate receive instruction from the most experienced martial artists in the area.

Classes are offered for pre-school children ages 4-6 and elementary age kids ages 7 and up. These programs are designed to help children develop the skills needed for success in school and later in life.

US Budokai Karate Adult Karate training is a complete adult fitness and conditioning program for adults who want to lose weight, get (and stay in shape) or learn self-defense in a supportive environment. A place to leave the stress behind and to your develop mind, body and spirit.

Instructors can answer questions or be contacted 24 hours or the day, 7 days a week at RenshiSue@usbka-cp.com or call directly at 518-383-0484. You can also visit our website at USBKA-CP.com

The US Budokai Karate is centrally located in Clifton Park New York and serves the greater Capital District Area. US Budokai Karate 215 Guideboard Road, Suite 5, Clifton Park, NY 12065.

Character Development is the Gold Standard!

Posted on March 3, 2022 | by USBKA

US Budokai Karate is founded on these four pillars of virtue: Honor, Discipline, Communication, and Respect. “HDCR!!” These character traits set the Gold Standard!

It is our goal to work diligently to support your child’s character development beyond the dojo walls. With your help, we will strive to ensure that your child’s character is developing on three levels: internally, at home, and in the community/world.

Each quarter lessons and class discussions focus on one of the pillars.

Our current quarter (February – April testing cycle) is Honor.

Belt striping has been a regular part of our award system for physical skills – red stripe for kata, white stripe for self-defense, blue stripe for sparring skills, and a black stripe for “ready to test”.

Beginning this quarter, we are instituting the “Gold Standard”!!

What is the Gold Standard? Gold stripes will be awarded for progress in character development!!

Each quarter 3 Gold Challenges will be issued! These challenges will be treated with equal importance as physical skills.

HONOR

Challenge #1 – Honorable people have dignity and wear their uniforms correctly! Belt tying challenge!! Students must practice tying their own belts neatly and correctly 20 times (or as many as needed) and be able to demonstrate to earn a gold stripe!

Challenge #2 – Honest people keep promises. For two weeks, your child must keep a promise at home to help correct bad behavior.
Suggestions: Bedtime without a fuss, Getting up and ready without a fuss, bath time without a fuss, or completing a chore without being reminded. Please use Challenge #2 to address what needs to change in your home!

A take-home sheet is available here: Honor Home Challenges for parents to sign and return OR you may let us know your child has earned a Gold Stripe and YOU the parent may have the honor of awarding the stripe while you are here at the dojo!!

Challenge #3 – Honorable people try their best at home AND school! All students must submit a “good” Intent to Promote form which includes positive feedback from home and school. A “good” report reflects scores of 3 or above in each category. Available here: Intent to Promote

Intent to Promote for this quarter is due on April 4th

Parenting is a skill developed over time and we are here to support you every step of the way. A great resource for parenting skills and suggestions is A Healthy Place! It truly takes a village to raise a child and we are honored to be a part of your village.

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Russ Jarem

Hanshi Russ Jarem, 8th-degree black belt

Susan Warzek

Kyoshi Susan Warzek, 7^th degree black belt

USBKA-CP.com & US BUDOKAI KARATE of Clifton Park have been repeatedly selected as the communities’ #1 Martial Arts School!

Classes are offered for pre-school children ages 4-6 and elementary-age kids ages 7 and up. These programs are designed to help children develop the skills needed for success in school and later in life.

Instructors can answer questions or be contacted 24 hours or the day, 7 days a week at RenshiSue@usbka-cp.com or call directly at 518-383-0484. You can also visit our website at USBKA-CP.com

The US Budokai Karate is centrally located in Clifton Park New York and serves the greater Capital District Area. US Budokai Karate 215 Guideboard Road, Suite 5, Clifton Park, NY 12065.