📰 CDW Karate Dojo Newsletter
December 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): Kama
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Youth/Adult Advanced Weapons: Eku
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Black Belt Kobudo w/ Kyoshi: Wednesdays @ 6:10 PM-short weapons
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Kobudo Graduation: January 2026 last Friday of the Month
🥋 MOvember Challenge
Turn In Your Movember Sheets to receive your Power Band thew 1st week of December.
FIST Team will meet 3 fridays in december – 5,12 and 19th. (Current FiST Members Only)
Dates To Know:
November 24 and 25th Turkey Day Camp 9 AM to 3 PM
November 26- Weapons classes only there is no 6:50pm karate class
November 27 -30th we will be closed for Thanksgiving
December 12 / 13th, no regular classes belt graduations only
December 18th- Krav Maga Graduation 9 AM/7:15 PM
December 22&23 – 9am-3PM – Reindeer Camp
Dojo Christmas party is on December 23 at 5:00 PM no regular classes that day.
December 24 – January 2nd Dojo Christmas Break
January 3- reopen for 2026.
🎯 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 (Graduation)-12/
🚐 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