The Moment Inspiration Becomes Action
KMMA Family,
Yesterday something happened that reminded me why I love what I do.
A young family came in for an intro class.
Mom and dad took a Krav Maga intro class with Shihan Winston and had a great workout while learning practical self-defense.
Their four-year-old daughter, Mackenzie, took her children’s intro class with Ms. Tia.
I stood back and watched something beautiful happen.
At first she was a little shy.
But within minutes her focus, enthusiasm, and confidence started to grow right before my eyes.
By the end of the class she was smiling, engaged, and excited.
Mackenzie during her first KMMA class with Sensei Tia — just minutes after arriving. Watching her focus and enthusiasm grow during the lesson was a powerful reminder of why we do what we do.
Afterward I was speaking with her dad.
And he told me something that really touched me.
He said he had been reading my emails and following my writing for about three years.
Three years.
He told me how inspired and encouraged he had been by the messages.
But only now had he finally decided to take action and bring his family in.
And I told him something important I want to share with you now.
Inspiration is powerful.
But action is what changes lives.
That’s true in martial arts.
It’s true in school.
It’s true in business.
It’s true in life.
This is exactly what we call at KMMA The Law of the Process.
Excellence happens daily… but not in a day.
You don’t become a Blackbelt because of one class.
You become a Blackbelt because you take consistent action over time.
You show up.
You train.
You improve.
You repeat.
And, over time, something amazing happens:
You become stronger.
More confident.
More disciplined.
More prepared for life.
For more than 25 years, it has been my privilege to serve families just like theirs.
And yours! And I truly believe the best is still ahead.
What’s Important Next
Right now we are in Week 2 of Month 3, which means:
• We are reviewing last month’s curriculum
• Next week is the final review and stripe test
• The following week is belt testing
Students, make sure you are attending your two classes each week and training with focus.
Special Opportunities Coming Soon
This month is packed with exciting events.
Krav Camp
A high-intensity training opportunity you don’t want to miss.
Blackbelt Retreat
Our pinnacle leadership training event.
Spring Break Camp
An incredible experience for kids.
Grand Re-Opening
March 30–31 as we step into our brand-new 3,300 sq ft headquarters.
There has never been a more exciting time to be part of KMMA.
And if you’ve been thinking about taking the next step…
Just like Mackenzie’s family did yesterday…
Osu.
Grandmaster Steve
Prepare To Live; Empower To Lead!
Grand Master Stephen J Del Castillo
8th Degree Blackbelt, Author, MBA, Founding Master Instructor, KMMA
TampaKravMaga.com – StephenDelCastillo.com
Author of Developing Your Superpowers
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