The Walk and 5k For Autism Awareness-April 27, 2014

MJA Martial Arts and our demonstration team put on a 1-hour demonstration at Lake Park in Worcester MA. Directed by Sensei Michael Agbay. Head coach Michael Frustaci and assistant coach Stavros Aganis did a remarkable job putting these routines together and choreographed to music. With the assistance of Instructor Chris Orcutt and Assistant Instructor Kendra Mort. Students ranging from 6-17 years participated in the incredible event. Everything from group routines to individual empty hand and weapon routines were performed. Even though the weather was cold and rainy, all these kids lit up the park with their smiles and attitudes.

There were also some kata (forms) and technique demonstrations put on by our very own students who themselves have a form of Autism. enough to make any parent proud!

MJA Martial Arts has also become a sponsor to help raise money for Worcester Autism Resource Center of Central Massachuestts.
We conducted a Kick-A-Thon which we set a goal for $3000.00 which ends Saturday May 3, 2014.
If you would like to give a donation please go to https://www.firstgiving.com/team/263051

One of our very own 3-year old Shane raised $570.00. We are so amazed at the spirit of this little guy!

Bring Parent's To Class Week- April 1-5

April 1-5 was Bring your parents to class week! It was a fantastic turnout!
We had over 20 parents come in and train with their kids!

The students worked with their parents teaching them their katas (forms), belt techniques and pad drills which included punches, blocks and kicks. The kids were so pumped up and excited. It built their confidence to be able to show what they've learned during their classes.

Parents got a feel for how much their little ones had to memorize and what was required for their belt ranks.
We also had a drawing for all the parents who participated to enter to win a month free of training.

Thanks to all who participated in this wonderful event.

Belt Ceremony Saturday January, 25, 2014

We're happy to announce another great attended belt ceremony to start the new year off right.
The MJA Tigers Demonstration Team put on their first in house performance. Under Instructor Michael Frustaci & Assistant Instructors Stavros Aganis and John Davison. The team consists of 16 kids. Ages ranging from 6 - 17 years. The Tigers put on a great show with their karate moves choreographed to music.

The ceremony was packed with family members of all the recipients. 

We'd like to congratulate the following students for their Rank Promotions.

Basics Belt:

Jordan Russell,  Gabriel DeCoff,

Rebecca Batchelor,  Gabriella Rico,

Vincent Piazzo, Luke Anderson

Sam Piazzo,  Olivia Goyette

Yellow Belt:

Kalinna Dibb, Emily Cieslak,

Nicholas Russo, Julien Compher

Jacob Mort,  Russell Warfield

Second Degree Orange Belt:

Calvin Ballou,  Aidan Lunt

First Degree Orange Belt:

Maxwell Ballou, Caleb Humphrey

Daniel Russell

Second Degree Purple:

Ms Kendra Mort

Halloween Harvest Fest Buddy Week 10/28-11/02

October is Safety Month. We invite all families to visit our school and receive free classes all week.
They will learn how Karate helps you stay safe on Halloween and every day. All you need is a Buddy Pass.
We have Buddy Passes in our lobby. Children will be taught stranger danger tips and techniques. They'll receive a safety tip poster.

Parents, please consider bringing your children to this special week.
See first hand how Karate Awareness keeps kids safe.

Belt Ceremony Saturday October 26, 2013

Congratulations to the sixteen children and adults who received their new ranks at our belt ceremony on Saturday. You've all worked hard to earn it. We're so proud and honored to have you and your families in our martial arts family.

About forty people showed in attendance for the 1-hour ceremony which included all the students giving a brief demonstration of some of their requirements that they had been tested on.

Great Job!

Sensei Mike, Chief Instructor Shawn, Instructor Chris
& MJA Staff members

Summer Fun Week August 5-9

A dozen children between the ages of  5-10 attended our annual Summer Fun Week program. The program took place at our school from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm. They participated in a variety of fun activities, including Archery and learning to use various training weapons such as Bow Staff and foam Nunchukas. Each activity also allowed them the chance to compete for great prizes and work on arts and craft projects. Finally, they were taught some terminology and history of what martial arts is all about. By Friday at 3:00pm the children were pretty tired. One little girl said to me -"This is the best Fun Week I ever went to! I'm going to do this every year!" Thank you to all my Instructors and Assistant Instructors for all your hard work. Thank you most of all to the parents for giving us the great opportunity to teach your children during this fun week.

North Brookfield Presentation Demonstration - May 13, 2013

Students and instructors presented an eduacational discussion and demonstartion to local children at the North Brookfieild public library. Half dozen children from the ages of 5-16 testified what and how Karate has helped them succeed and achieve their goals. After each student demonstrated some of their skills.
Finally Sensei Mike discussed the philosophy answered questions in regards to what martial arts training is all about.