I got a call yesterday from a young guy in his twenties asking me did we do Karate at Kudo Academies, he was a very polite person so we got drawn into a conversation over Karate and it turned out he had done it about 12 years earlier, when I asked him did he remember anything about the training he replied "no" with a bit of a laugh, so I said why Karate then?? He couldnt really answer me only that he had done it before and from what he could remember he really enjoyed it...vaguelly!!
The conversation reminded me of my first visit to the WJJF Headquaters in Barlows lane when I was 15, Bruce Lee films where all the rage and I fancied myself as a bit of a Jackie Chan, I tried to persuade my cousin who was half chinese to come with me, you know to add a bit of authenticity into my feelings! didnt want the instructors to think we were fakes!! Anyway, my cousin backed out and it was left to me to go in by myself, I remember getting the 154 bus to Northwood and getting of at the Chaser pub and walking to the dojo. I bounced in with all the confidence I could muster and said to the little fella who came out to greet me "alright mate, dya do kung fu here?" No sorry we dont, "ah never mind, truning my back walking towards the door...cya"....."but we do Ju Jitsu"...."Never heard of it mate, is it any good'"..."come down for a free lesson tonight and see for yourself"...Oki doki, cya later!"
Probably the best decision I ever made! I loved everything about Ju Jitsu, and everything about martial arts training full stop! It opened up a totally different world for me as my life at that point seemed to be slipping down the slippery slope to being a bad lad, turns out the little fella was my sensei and I couldnt have asked for a better instructor, the rest is history but my point is that dont assume that something is not for you, give it a try! it could open up a whole new world!
I get people who call me all the time looking for specifics in training but very few really know what they are looking for, its mainly just to get fit, to give there kids more confidence, or mainly to meet more people, give me a call today or check out my page www.kudoacademies.com
Carl
Showing posts with label martial arts in marbella. Show all posts
Showing posts with label martial arts in marbella. Show all posts
Thursday, 11 November 2010
Thursday, 30 September 2010
Getting back into that routine!!
A break from the day to day routine is always a good thing but I think I speak for most people that whether it be getting the kids back to school after a half term or summer break or returning from a holiday, it always feels good to get back to some sort of "normality", I know i feel that way!
Exercise sometimes feels like it is an add on to our lives and some people even feel guilty taking time out to train because there is so much going on around them that they simply find it hard to juggle everything...!!
But did you know that exercise can actually help you with your routine, we've all been there, whether it was a great session down the gym or just a lovely brisk walk along one of the beautiful beaches here in Marbella or anywhere in the world...the feeling that you get afterwards should be one of exhilaration and this is no coincidence as the brain releases a substance called serotonin, its the feel good chemical and its a bit like climbing a mountain and reaching the top and taking in the beautiful views and really appreciating what you have achieved....it feels GREAT!!
In my 28 years of teaching and training clients all over the world there is nothing better than seeing a satisfied student leave the dojo with a smile on there face (maybe a little hot a sweaty) and thanking me for a great class! I sometimes forget that I am also in the "make people feel good business"
You see there are several messages that a decent martial arts instructor and fitness coach (I say that as there are alot of bad ones about!) should be trying to get across on a lesson and most of these are not so quite obvious, actually we try to trigger your subconscious to accept what we are trying to teach instead of actually telling you outright!
Im going to do this in two parts as I think I could go on forever!! Tune in tomorrow for the next bit!
Exercise sometimes feels like it is an add on to our lives and some people even feel guilty taking time out to train because there is so much going on around them that they simply find it hard to juggle everything...!!
But did you know that exercise can actually help you with your routine, we've all been there, whether it was a great session down the gym or just a lovely brisk walk along one of the beautiful beaches here in Marbella or anywhere in the world...the feeling that you get afterwards should be one of exhilaration and this is no coincidence as the brain releases a substance called serotonin, its the feel good chemical and its a bit like climbing a mountain and reaching the top and taking in the beautiful views and really appreciating what you have achieved....it feels GREAT!!
In my 28 years of teaching and training clients all over the world there is nothing better than seeing a satisfied student leave the dojo with a smile on there face (maybe a little hot a sweaty) and thanking me for a great class! I sometimes forget that I am also in the "make people feel good business"
You see there are several messages that a decent martial arts instructor and fitness coach (I say that as there are alot of bad ones about!) should be trying to get across on a lesson and most of these are not so quite obvious, actually we try to trigger your subconscious to accept what we are trying to teach instead of actually telling you outright!
Im going to do this in two parts as I think I could go on forever!! Tune in tomorrow for the next bit!
Back to the gym for me!!
Yesterday was a funny old day! I had a day off from Kudo as there was a national strike here in Marbella so I stayed in most of the day and got on with most of my administrative work that had caught up with me and desperately needed doing...boring job but felt quite gratifying once it had been done and out of the way, but half way through I realised that I hadn't been to the gym in over a week, what with working at the dojo on most of the classes I just never seemed to have the time!!
I think sometimes we all take for granted that time will always be on our side, I know I do, and then I realise that it seems to be rushing by so quickly!! anyway! after an hour or so in the gym I came out feeling like a new man, hot and sweaty but ready for the next step in my day!
If you have been feeling that time is just passing you by or that you need a kick-start to your health and fitness program give me a call!!
Most of us only wish that we had done thing different when things go wrong.....if your health suffers from either lack of exercise or bad eating habits it could be too late to turn things around!
Don`t WAIT till its too late!!! Call me today and give your fitness regime that kick-start it needs! With lots of programs to suit children and adults you will be spoilt for choice!!
For the very best of fitness training with a martial arts and MMA twist to it give me a call today, based very near to La Canada in a purpose built academy we offer the best facilities on the coast by far, we dont operate from a back street garage or school premises, we are a fully professional academy with over 29 years experience in what we to do best...serving you!
Carl 667419064
I think sometimes we all take for granted that time will always be on our side, I know I do, and then I realise that it seems to be rushing by so quickly!! anyway! after an hour or so in the gym I came out feeling like a new man, hot and sweaty but ready for the next step in my day!
If you have been feeling that time is just passing you by or that you need a kick-start to your health and fitness program give me a call!!
Most of us only wish that we had done thing different when things go wrong.....if your health suffers from either lack of exercise or bad eating habits it could be too late to turn things around!
Don`t WAIT till its too late!!! Call me today and give your fitness regime that kick-start it needs! With lots of programs to suit children and adults you will be spoilt for choice!!
For the very best of fitness training with a martial arts and MMA twist to it give me a call today, based very near to La Canada in a purpose built academy we offer the best facilities on the coast by far, we dont operate from a back street garage or school premises, we are a fully professional academy with over 29 years experience in what we to do best...serving you!
Carl 667419064
Wednesday, 29 September 2010
A funny old 24 hours!!
I got myself ready for work as usual the night before, uniform washed and ironed, any paperwork that had to be taken into work completed and organised! looking pretty good I thought!
Phone rang....."you do know there is a national strike tomorrow" said my landlord, "yes" I replied "but I didn't think it would affect me" was my reply! WRONG! You see where my academy is situated is below a block of apartments, nothing wrong with that I hear you say, however they have complained once or twice because of the noise, and my landlord went on to tell me that it would be prudent to close to show support for the workers, especially as most of the people who live above me are normal working class people, just like me!
It got me thinking about health and how we take things for granted when everything is going to "plan", its only when something goes wrong that we say to ourselves, if only!! If only I hadn't eaten that curry (Ive been there once or twice I can tell you!) but you don't hear many people saying if only I had kept myself fitter!! especially when faced with a serious health issue!!
You owe it to yourself to eat right and live a healthy lifestyle. I can help you to achieve that! Give me a call right now and see what classes we have available to get you on the right track!
Call NOW 667419064!
The only plus side to the story? my wife is stranded in the UK till Monday, she was due to come back today! Peace and quiet for a for more days at least (don't tell her I told you)
Phone rang....."you do know there is a national strike tomorrow" said my landlord, "yes" I replied "but I didn't think it would affect me" was my reply! WRONG! You see where my academy is situated is below a block of apartments, nothing wrong with that I hear you say, however they have complained once or twice because of the noise, and my landlord went on to tell me that it would be prudent to close to show support for the workers, especially as most of the people who live above me are normal working class people, just like me!
It got me thinking about health and how we take things for granted when everything is going to "plan", its only when something goes wrong that we say to ourselves, if only!! If only I hadn't eaten that curry (Ive been there once or twice I can tell you!) but you don't hear many people saying if only I had kept myself fitter!! especially when faced with a serious health issue!!
You owe it to yourself to eat right and live a healthy lifestyle. I can help you to achieve that! Give me a call right now and see what classes we have available to get you on the right track!
Call NOW 667419064!
The only plus side to the story? my wife is stranded in the UK till Monday, she was due to come back today! Peace and quiet for a for more days at least (don't tell her I told you)
Thursday, 5 November 2009
What a morning!!
I woke up at 6am this morning...it seems to be getting a habit lately! Stumbled to the fridge to get my usual glass of water, woke the dog up and just sat on the balcony watching the sun rise on another beautiful day in Marbella....what a lovely feeling it was! I then decided to pick up my set of dumbells and crack out a few set of bicep curls and shoulder presses, as I looked down at the palm trees in the garden from my terrace I had to pinch myself to remind me that I was here and that life was as good as gets right at that moment, irrespective of what is going on anyone's life we have "moments" that we remind ourselves how truly grateful we are, it may not seem that way when we are struggling to pay bills or rushing here and there and we hear of people who are sick or depressed.....but I just had one of those "moments" when the world was fine and everything that has touched my life was what seemed like a blessing!! I made Kerri a cup of tea and we both laid in the bed with Max until he woke...with a big smile on his face! In spite of it all....i wouldn't have changed a thing about this morning!!
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