📰CDW Karate Dojo Newsletter
SEPTEMBER 2026
👋 Welcome New Students!
We’re excited to welcome our newest dojo family members this month!
If you have any questions or personal needs, please see Kyoshi, Sensei Coy, Kyoshi Price, or
Sensei Olivia.
NO CLASSES on SEPTEMBER 5th and 7th for Labor Day
THE DOJO will be CLOSED
Youth and Adult Gold through Brown Belts: Monday’s 7:20 p.m. Class will now have an Instructor. Get an extra class to work on the material needed for your next rank
👊 WOMEN’s Self-Defense 👊
September 19th at 12 P.M!!!
More Details to come
BBT Kobudo Weapons for September:
You must have the weapon of the month to attend Wednesday classes.
● Jr. Advanced Weapons (Green & Brown Belts): Tonfa
● Youth/Adult Advanced Weapons: Kama
Black Belt Kobudo w/ Kyoshi: Wednesdays @ 6:10 PM: All Weapons
If you need the weapon of the rotation please see us at the front counter.
New Student Party and White Belt Buddy Bash
September 18th at 6:45 p.m.
GRADUATION!!
ALL Juniors testing for Orange, Purple, Blue Belt Ranks on Friday September 25th
Juniors testing for Orange and Purple are at Friday September 25th at 4:30 p.m.
Juniors testing for all Blue Belt Ranks on Friday September 25th at 5:30 p.m.
ALL Youth and Adult testing for Orange, Purple and Blue Belt Ranks on Friday September 25th at 6:30 p.m.
ALL Youth and Adults testing for Green, Brown and Black Belt Ranks on Saturday September 26th at 6:30 a.m.
ALL Juniors testing for Green, Brown and Jr. Black Belt Saturday September 26th at 9:30 a.m.
Buddy Board Breaking Celebration
September 28th and 29th during regular class times
Bring a buddy and break a board to celebrate
DOJO 2nd Annual TRUNK or TREAT
Coming October 17th
⏰Please Be On Time For Class
We know life gets busy, and we truly appreciate everything our families do to make it to
class on time.
Being on time helps students:
– Start class focused and ready to learn
– Build confidence by not feeling “behind”
– Learn discipline and responsibility
– Get the full value from every lesson
Thank you for helping us create structured, safe, and high-energy classes for everyone.
🎉 Birthday Parties at the Dojo
March and April are starting to fill up. Already 4 scheduled 😀 Schedule yours today.
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 or Sensei Jennifer for info.
👊 BRING-A-BUDDY KRAV MAGA NIGHT 👊
Getting in shape and learning self-defense is better with a friend.
That’s why we’re launching Bring-A-Buddy Krav Maga Night — happening every 3rd Thursday of each month!
🔥 Invite a friend
🔥 Train together
🔥 Sweat, laugh, and learn real self-defense
🔥 No experience needed
This is the perfect chance to:
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Hold yourself accountable
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Motivate a friend to get started
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Show someone how fun and empowering Krav Maga really is
Your buddy trains FREE for the night — just bring them with you and let our team take care of the rest.
Let’s build strength, confidence, and community — together.
⭐ 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