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And we are officially over half way through 2010. Can you believe it? I sure can’t. This year is moving by sooo fast, but we couldn’t be happier with our members here at Ocala Karate & Fitness. www.ocalashinbukan.com We have been able to accomplish all of our goals so far this year and we are looking forward to the second half of 2010. This leads us to our topic of today. And that is ATTITUDE.
Attitude is the one element that really impacts and has serious influence over each of our lives. It has a tremendous effect over how we go through life day after day. It is key to determining how you are going to feel, day after day. Every morning when you get up, having the right attitude can change the whole day before you even get started.   Let me explain how Okinawan Karate can help.

First off.  Okinawan Karate is much more than a system of learning Self Defense.  Okinawan Karate is a way of LIFE.  Having said that, let me take it a step further.

All my members here at Ocala Karate & Fitness hear me say this over and over again in class.  Karate is a way of life.  This is due to the way that the Okinawans’  structured and cultivated this art.  You see, it all starts everyday when you walk through the door and enter the dojo.  “DOJO”  means “Place Of The Path To Enlightenment”  This should be everyone’s mindset upon entering the dojo.  This is where we make a BETTER you.

A Fresh Start

Upon entering the Dojo, and stepping out on the floor, you must focus on making yourself a little better than the last time you were here.  Every night you come in, focus should always be on making yourself a little better than before.  Not better than the person beside you, but better than YOU were.  Whether it be strength, balance, agility, is not important.  Just always, always strive to better yourself in one aspect.  If you continue to do this while training, it will have a positive effect on how you start approaching everything else in life.  You begin to take it from the moment you get up out of bed every morning.  Try to make your life a little better than it was yesterday.

Remember that the beautiful thing about life is that “EVERY” morning when we get up, we control our OWN destinies.  Every second of every day, we make decisions that effect what happens to us.  This is just ONE small example of how Okinawan Karate can change your life forever.  It creates a new “Positive” mindset on the dojo floor, which over time can be carried off the floor with you and into your life 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.  The first of our Dojo kun says what?  “To strive for the Perfection of character”   Think this through carefully, and start putting it to use today.   Stop back by in a few days and I will expand further on this Subject.  Everyone have a safe holiday, and we look forward to seeing everyone next week.  

Gambatte

Robby Bray

To reach the top . . . you have got to climb.

You know I get members asking me all the time how I make all this stuff that we do up here at Ocala Karate and Fitness look so easy. I really think that some believe it just came naturally to me. Well I think tonight that I’m going to spill the beans and let the cat out of the bag.
Okay, so I’m going to tell everyone my secret. Here it is in a nutshell, so read it all very close and try to unlock the secret that I’ve kept hidden for so many years. Here we go.
It all starts and is fueled by this one little element that each one of us is born with and ALL can use if we are capable of reaching it.

But to do so takes a great deal of courage and discipline. It takes pride and the desire to do something positive about not only yourself, but to those around you as well.
To make not a change in just the way you walk or carry yourself. But to make a change in the way you approach things.   The way you look at things, and go about daily life. Most people don’t realize how good positive, and confident people make OTHER people feel.  All these and more can be accomplished through Okinawan Karate.
All the secrets are right there in front of you the entire journey. Waiting for you to discover them one by one. And make no mistake, that there is no greater feeling than to discover one if these little treasures all by yourself. You see, Karate teaches us more about ourselves than anything else. It is the key to all your hidden strengths, ideas, and  talents.
It is also however, the key to all your hidden or unrecognized weaknesses. So how does Karate produce these truly amazing attributes and mental discipline.   It does so in a way that limits the amount people that will ever be able to see and experience these truly amazing things.
So many people come to me, and really want to find the secret. And it really is frustrating for me to have to sit back and watch them slowly fade away. So why is it only 1 in every 5000 will make it to Black Belt?
The secret to it all is called Dorrokyu. This is a Japanese word that does not really translate exactly to English, but the closest meaning we have to it is this.   Effort ! !
That’s the secret ladies and gentleman. If you want to experience a level of understanding that cannot be fully expressed in words,  you simply have to Want It!  To Believe in yourself. You have got to make an effort to reach it. Not just showing up a few times a month. Not just trying to remember a few punches or kicks. Or to count to 10 in Japanese.  Don’t get me wrong.  All that stuff is fun too, but . .
You have to walk out on the floor every night and push yourself a little harder than the night before. Think about why your foot needs to be right there. I promise you it does not need to be there because that’s where Sensei told me to put mine. It’s there for a reason. A purpose. And every time you push yourself to figure out why,  you will suddenly find yourself trying to understand a few more things that you never noticed before.
This is what Okinawan Karate teaches us. Look at what you don’t see, and try to see it. Then try to figure out why you never saw it before. And  Dorrokyu is the key that fits the lock. We all have it with us. We all CAN  utilize what makes us the dominant species on our planet.   But unfortunately, only a small group of people have the spirit to use it. And the ones that do, will hopefully read this one day and smile. Because they too will at that time have found “The Way”. And for those of you that didn’t know this, Dojo means   Place of The Way.
Hope to see everyone in class tomorrow. And for those of you that have not started remember, the hardest step forward is always the first.
Robby Bray

Hello everyone. First off I just want to mention how excited both Jaime and I are about how supportive all of our members are here at Ocala Karate & Fitness.

Real Training, for REAL Self Defense

When Jaime and I decided to open the studio last January, we were really nervous with the economy being what it was, and people cutting back on activities. Well the old saying of always follow your heart and you will always succeed could not have been more true.
Here we are now with one of the fastest growing martial arts studio’s in town. I’ve watched with sadness, so many schools shut down and go out of business over the last year and I just really want to say thanks again for all of our members continued support in our programs.
Last night in our Self Defense, I was really starting to see our members progress. Last nights drills were a ton of FUN to watch, because the drills are now starting to set in. THAT is what our training is all about! Being better than we were last week. And the really cool part is, members are not only losing weight, getting stronger,faster, and well balanced. They are having fun while they are doing it.
THAT is what leads to success. I’d just like to say how proud I am of everyone giving 110% in our programs.
A very wise man once told me “It’s a whole lot easier to find something easier to do.”
Remember that and you guys and gals will always end up on TOP.
Thanks for reading and until next time.
Robby Bray
“Doryoku No Seishin O Yashinau Koto”
(To Foster The Spirit Of Effort)

  Hope everyone is doing well as we cruze into March and 2010.  Ocala Karate & Fitness is plowing into 2010 with more programs and more excitement than any other Martial Arts school in the area.  We just celebrated our 1 year anniversery and couldn’t be happier with our members.  Not only are they all benefiting from all the cardio and muscle toning drills that we do, but they are also having the must fun they have had in a long time.  And if you don’t believe me, just ask them.

    Our New Self Defense class is not only showing everyone that anyone can do this class, . . . but . . . that anyone can learn how to really protect themself.  And I don’t just mean learn a few fancy tricks and then send you out into the world.  Oh no.  This program is designed to keep bringing you back for more so that you not only CAN defend yourself, but turn yourself into something that you will be proud of.

  If you have been sitting on the side line, the time has never been better to jump in.  This class is one of a kind, and we have no doubt that in the next year, will be one of the most highly talked about programs in Ocala.  Teaching True Self Defense from an easy to learn, tested and proven curriculum, this course is a HOME RUN for everyone.  So don’t wait any longer.  If REAL Self Defense is something that you have always wanted, call us now and save yourself a spot on this class.  The only thing you have to lose is time.  Ocala Karate & Fitness.  Raising the BAR one more notch.  CALL NOW ! !

Here we are winding he first week of 2010 down and logging it into the books and Ocala Karate & Fitness couldn’t be happier starting the New Year out running full sprint. We are Ocala’s Premier Karate/Martial Arts School and our really excited about all our programs this year.

And our new Street Self Defense Class, SDBBP, couldn’t have been any better.  We had a full class and everyone got exactly what they were looking for.  This 1 hour high energy class not only teaches all the basic skills needed to be able to defend yourself if ever needed, but also gets you in shape and fit at the same time.

You see, what most people fail to realize is that if you just show up for a 1 week course or something and learn a few basic things to do if anything were to ever happen to you, without training your whole body how to react efficiently, your really not getting anywhere.

Our unique curriculum has been developed with this in mind.  We train the body to react quickly, and strongly, to allow our members to benefit most from this.

And remember. . .  This is NOT MMA.  This is a Self Defense Class.  Do not confuse the two with one another.

Talk about a workout too.  I have to admit my shoulders and arms are a little tight after all the punching combination’s we went through with our partner drills.  These drills are once again easy and very straight forward to do. 

Once again they have been designed for normal everyday 9-5 people, mom’s and dad’s, grampa’s and grand ma’s that are really looking to get into shape and feel safe.  Especially in today’s world, you don’t have to flip very far on the LOCAL news to hear about some brutal, violent crime taking place.

From random assaults, to forced entry, today’s world is really getting crazy and we as a people need to be able to defend ourselves and not be prayed upon.  That’s what the SDBBP program at OCala Karate & Fitness is ALL ABOUT !

Making everyone safer and more secure.

C'mon Fellas It's a lot of FUN !

The other thing is the overall STRESS release that this class gives is phenomenal.  Everyone left both classes sweating, but smiling ear to ear.  This class is a fully accredited and licensed SDBBP school, so Ocala Karate & Fitness is the only place in town that you will be able to find this program.   www.ocalaselfdefense.com.

If this type of class is something you have always been interested in or wanted to try, don’t wait any longer.  We’re starting out 2010 now, so why not make a change for the New Year that you can really, really benefit from.

For more information call 352-694-6304

Until next time

See you on the floor

Robby Bray

  Alright everyone,

   We’re halfway through the first week at Ocala Karate & Fitness and we are starting 2010 out with a bang!  We’re as pumped up as all of our members going full tilt into the New Year.  Every one’s a little sore this week after taking the Holiday off, but its all part of the journey.  It’s always good when you look around the class and everyone is groaning and laughing together.  It’s what really makes you feel alive.  It’s like I tell all the members . . . ” Anyone can sit home on the couch and stare blankly into the TV.   But NOT everyone has the motivation to make a huge difference in their lives and get out on the Dojo floor and work out.”

     Besides, in today’s world everyone has DVR’s and Tivo so you can always watch it when you get home, AFTER you work out.  Trust me on this one, you’ll thank me for the advise in a few years.  We’re reved up and excited about the HUGE year we have coming up.  The new Self Defense Class, www.ocalaselfdefense.com , 5 days per week of Cardio Class, and 4 days per week of Karate.  What more could you ask for? 

Now this is FUN ! !

This is what it’s all about.  Classes here at Ocala Karate & Fitness are not only exciting high energy classes, but so much fun at the same time.  I think you could ask any of our members here just how great of a time they have, and how do they actually learn, and all would tell you with big smile.  A LOT ! !

    And honestly, the big smile speaks more than anything else.  That’s why we’re growing, and growing, and growing.   As more people are finding out about us here and what we are doing www.ocalakaratefitness.com , our student base continues to grow every month.

   When we first started our youth class, ages 10-13, 2 months ago we only had 4 members in the class.  As of last night we now have 10, and 3 more are joining classes the first of the year.  Why I think we are doing so well here is because we are giving everyone exactly what they want.  1.  REAL KARATE.  Not after school day care, where the kids play games.  We are teaching them REAL life building skills which include but are not limited to: Balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, confidence, stamina, focus, and the list can go on and on. 

    Wrapping up the 2009, Ocala Karate and Fitness will be closed from the 17th until Jan 3rd.  We will be taking phone calls though and answering any questions anyone might have about 1 or all of the many programs that we have to offer here.  So don’t hesitate to call us at 352-694-6304 or email us so we can get you started the first week of the New Year. 

    Also new in 2010, Ocala Karate & Fitness is showing once again why we are Ocala’s Premier Martial Arts School by kicking the year off with our Self DefenseProgram.  This new program is a non traditional class that deals with only REAL Street Self Defense situations.  It’s easy to learn curriculum makes it a great class for beginners off the street that REALLY want to learn how to protect themselves.  www.ocalaselfdefense.com  So check out the website and see for yourself why we are expecting this class to fill up very quickly, and be one of our most popular programs. 

    So do the research over the Christmas break and start the Year of 2010 off right at Ocala Karate & Fitness.  We ARE Building a Better Tomorrow . . . Today.

Well here we are winding up the year 2009 and man are we still having fun. Monday nights Karate class, I think all the members will agree was a blast! We got to focus on doing several of our 2 man self defense drills that really start getting our students used to body movements. This is just one more reason why Ocala Karate & Fitness is Ocala’s Premier Martial Arts Training Facility. www.ocalaselfdefense.com
What we mean by body movement is the ability to recognize a particular motion, detect which direction it is going, and react by moving away or around that motion in a defensive posture. After all, that’s what Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate is all about.
Moving the target, (you) and disrupting a continous attack. The only way to get where we can recognize this action and react to it effectivlely, is to practice, practice, and practice. This too is the foundation on which Okinawan Karate was built upon.
By teaching our bodies, or more specifically our muscles to repond with out thought is what makes our Karate effective. The Okinawans figured this out a long, long time ago. By creating a reflexsive action, you can defend yourself with out thought.
This is just one of the many, many things we train to be able to perform here at Ocala Karate & Fitness. www.ocalakaratefitness.com

      We’re happy to see that 4 NEW members have enrolled this week and have taken advantage of our Christmas Special.  These new members have saved 160 bucks in total savings by enrolling this week.  Combine that with the FREE uniform, Free sparring gear set, Free carrying bag, Free T shirt, and Free boxing gloves, you can see why this is SUCH a great deal ! ! 

    Nothing makes us happier than to be able to get our new Members up and going with all their gear provided for them so they don’t have to keep spending more and more money every month.  One price includes all.  Your not going to find this deal anywhere else. 

   One more reason why Ocala Karte & Fitness is Ocala’s best Martial Arts Training Facility.  We are here to take care of our members.  So if your interested in enrolling hurry up and don’t miss out on this deal.  Because after Friday, it won’t be available again until December 2010.

     Don’t forget January is our launch date for our NEW Self Defense program too.  We can’t stress how excited we are about this class.  We are Ocala’s ONLY Licensed and Certified Self Defense Black Belt Program.  Spots on the floor our already begining to fill as we have spread the word around about this PURE Street Self Defense class that is going to give you the confidense and ability to feel safe no matter where you are. 

     Well we sure hope everyone has a Happy Holiday and lood forward to hearing from you soon.  Contact either Jaime or Robby Bray at 352-694-6304 for more information on anyone of our programs.

                                                                     Happy Holidays

                                                             Robby and Jaime Bray

Recently I have been talking about how good Prograde Nutritions products are and I really just can’t quit talking about them.  Here at Ocala Karate & Fitness, we have been using Progrades products for about 6 months now and I can’t stress how good they all are.  Today I want to talk about the Cravers.

ProGrade Cravers

The people at Prograde have hit a home run with this little guy.  The Cravers are an awesome little hold me over or get me through snack bar that comes in several flavors.

My favorite is the peanut butter bar.  These mouth watering little treats have less than 200 calories per bar,  have 0 trans fat, and have NO PRESERVATIVES.

They satisfy you with 100% organic Dark chocolate and as I said before come in Peanut Butter (my choice) almond, and spirulina.

Check it out for yourself.

The Facts don't lie.

I was personally eating one of the cravers between my Karate classes to help get me through the evening until I got home to eat dinner.  I noticed the difference almost instantly when I got my cravers in and started eating them for that little pick me up and get me through the night snack.

I will caution you to be careful though.  They are so good you’ll catch yourself wanting more and more of them.  Check them out online at http://www.ocalakaratefitness.getprograde.com and set your account up online.

It’s fast, easy, and you can even set up an auto shipment every month so you don’t have to worry about running out.  And the best part about the auto shipment is that there is NO FREIGHT ! ! No shipping fees at all if you do this.  Now how can you beat that deal.

The Prograde team even offers discounts on package deals by combining different items.  I personally get the Superman Package.  VGF 25 multi vitamen, EFA Icon, Prograde Longevity, Prograde Lean meal supplement, and my favorite of all the Prograde Workout recovery shake.

I save over 60 dollars by ordering it this way in the Superman package.  One thing I will tell you is I have never felt better since starting on the Prograde Products.  Check them out for yourself and I promise you will feel a difference.

Don’t forgot about our New Self Defense Black Belt Program that is starting January 5th, 2010 at 7:00.  This is going to be the class that no one wants to miss out on.  Check out the teaser video at http://www.ocalaselfdefense.com and see for yourself why spots are already filling up!

Ocala karate & Fitness Self Defense Program

Until next time.

Robby & Jaime Bray

Certified and Licensed Self Defense Black Belt Intructor

Certified and Licensed Fighting Fit Boot Camp Instructor

   Just wanted to let everyone know just how much fun our Youth/Teen Karate class is.  This class has really been a blast since we started it up a few weeks ago.  These guys and gals are really having fun and learning a TON of Karate and Self defense.  This age group of 11-14 is working really hard on everything from their basic punches, kicks, blocks, and strikes, to their forms and stances. 

   And lets not forget about their self defense skills and sparring.

Mixing up the combinations

    They will all agree that here at Ocala Karate & Fitness   www.ocalakaratefitness.com  there is so much information to learn that classes are never dull, and never turn into the same old routine.  That’s why we are growing at the pace that we are.  The highest quality Okinawan Karate that you can learn in Ocala, coupled withone of the nicest training facilities around.  Add these two things with a very convenient location on 36th ave by the Publix shopping center and its a super combination. 

   The best part of this mix is that we have so many other programs in motion that you can also choose from.  We have the cardio fitness programs in the mornings and evenings for anyone wanting to shed a few pounds, or just a serious martial artist that wants to be in the best shape of their life upon reaching their black belt.

  We have the Self Defense Black Belt Program that is launching in January.  www.ocalaselfdefense.com  This class will be teaching Street smart self defense in a simple and easy to learn format that is designed NOT for MMA Fighters, but NORMAL everyday people.  This class is going to be such a huge hit here in town that we’re only offering the special Intro price to the first 20 people that register for it.  After that the special intro deal will no longer be available.  So if your walking the fence you REALLY need to stop by and reserve your spot.

   Ocala Karate & Fitness is here to better serve you and all the needs of the local community.  I have personally lived here my whole life, and have watched the area grow.  I only wish growing up that I would have had a Martial Arts school that is offering what we now have made available to everyone.  So stop by anytime and get some information or just watch for yourself and see what we can do to help you.

Score !Learning how to move

Learning how to move