📰 CDW Karate Dojo Newsletter
October 2025
👋 Welcome New Students!
We are so excited to welcome our newest dojo family members!
If you have any questions or personal needs, please see Kyoshi, Sensei Coy, Kyoshi Price or Sensei Jennifer.
🥋 Black Belt Training & Weapons of the Month
Advanced BBT Students – You must have the weapon of the month to attend Wednesday class.
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Jr. Advanced Weapons (Green & Brown Belts): Tonfa
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Youth/Adult Advanced Weapons: Nunchaku
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Black Belt Kobudo w/ Kyoshi: Wednesdays @ 6:10 PM-short weapons
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Kobudo Graduation: October 29th
Self Defense Seminar for 14 and above. Karate or Krav Maga Students
📆 Dojo Closed for Staff Training
Closed Saturday, October 11th.
📆October 13th – Teacher Work Day Camp
On Monday, October 13, our school will be holding a teacher workday camp for children in our juniors classes. This camp will run from 9 AM to 3 PM. Students will need to wear athletic attire, bring a water bottle, two snacks and a lunch. The camp will also give students for credits towards their next belt rank.
To register for this event, please see us at the front counter or put your name on our event clipboard.
Registration for the event is $55. If you are a Niceville After School member it’s $40…
We have 25 spaces only.
🎯 Attendance & December Graduation
To graduate at the December Quarterly Graduation – December 11, 12, and 13th
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Orange, Purple & Blue Belts: 20 classes required
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Green & Brown Belts: 30 classes + 6 sparring classes required
- Krav Maga : 20 classes
Trunk or Treat October 18th
CD Williamson Karate first annual trunk or treat..
When Saturday, October 18 from 4 PM to 6 PM.
I’m looking for 30 motivated parents that would like to decorate their trunks and bring some candy to make a super cool event for the kids to wear their costume outfits too, have a fun and safe trunk or treat.
There will be a sign-up sheet for decorations of trunks at the front counter.. more details to come…
Costume Party – Parents Night- Friday, October 24
🔥🔥There will be no classes on Friday, October 31. Happy Halloween.🎃🎃
Wear your Costume to class Saturday November 1st!
🚐 Niceville After School
The countdown is on! Our After School Program
Students enjoy:
✅ Free pick-up from Lewis, Edge, St. Paul, Plew & Rocky Bayou
✅ Martial arts classes for focus & confidence
✅ Daily snacks
✅ Structured, positive routines & caring coaches
📞 Only 2 spots remain! Call/text (448) 777-3224 today to try a FREE Week
🎉 Birthday Parties at the Dojo
Planning your child’s next party?
Email us for details on our Birthday Party Packages – safe, weather-proof, and full of fun!
👉 Ask Sensei Coy for info.
⭐ Share Your Experience on Google!
Your reviews matter. Other parents look for:
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Cleanliness of the school
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Instructor shout-outs
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What martial arts has done for your family
👉 Click here to leave a review
🟨 Gold Stars for Great Grades
Bring in a current report card with A or A/B Honor Roll → earn a gold star on your uniform (no cost).
🗓️ Basic Program & Trial Students
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Allowed 2 classes per week. (if you spar…it’s 3 per week)
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Attendance cards must be pulled before class to receive credit.
3 Tips:
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Arrive on time.
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Go straight to the card box.
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Track your card daily.
📱 Social Media Updates
We’re excited to share more of our dojo life with the community!
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Photos of classes and graduation
If you prefer your child not be included, please let us know.
💵 Save on Graduation Fees
Pay belt graduation fees in cash and save $5!
📝 Dojo Reminders
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Park in the rear (save up-front for new guests).
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Cell phones off/silent during class.
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No standing against the mat wall (distracting).
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No food/drinks in the dojo.
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Graduations start on time – late arrivals rescheduled.
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Patches required on all gi tops (black gis need chest + sleeve patches).
Our Mission
At CDW Karate, our goal is simple: to instill quality martial arts, discipline, and leadership in every student while strengthening our community.
Thank you for being part of the family!
– The CDW Karate Team