"I want to personally thank all the instructors for the discipline, focus & respect that was passed on and adopted by my son. He has only been a member for 3 months and I have already noticed a positive change. I'm looking forward to the future with great optimism based on the period already passed."
By Darren Sealey, Father of Tyriek
Learning Things and I Don't Even Know It!
"When I first joined Beyond Kung-Fu Studios all I wanted to learn was how to beat up the bullies that picked on me at school. I was disappointed my first class because all that we talked about was discipline, respect and all I thought was blah! blah! blah. What a disappointment - when do we fight?
"My mom and dad made me go back to class and I am so glad they did. I’m learning things and don't even know it! I know I am learning discipline and respect because when kids at school call me Kung-Fu boy and ask me to show them my moves, I tell them that Kung-Fu is more than just fighting, and if they want to really learn they should join the class. Before I would just get mad and sulky. Now if kids make fun of me I don't care so much and I listen better to my mom and dad."
"I enjoy this Kung-Fu because my instructors are funny and they make me laugh. I always feel good when I leave my class, even if I was cranky before. They tell me I can do anything!"
By Ryan Young, 8 years old
I Would Greatly Recommend
Teaching Kung Fu To Kids
"We put our daughters, aged 5 & 6, in Beyond Kung Fu Studios to teach them discipline, confidence and concentration. They have been attending classes for about one year now. I’m pleased to see a positive change in both my girls! They are more focused when it comes to schoolwork, their self-confidence has greatly improved and their over-all behaviour has improved. I would greatly recommend teaching kung fu to kids."
By Sumit Kang, Mother
I Believe I can do it!
From Brad Hutchinson, Author, Assistant Instructor, Mississauga
There can be moments in life that a person points to many years later and says, “That’s where my life changed. That was my turning point.” Often those moments are incredibly painful.
A cool wind pressed against the windows leaving behind a frosted, crystallized imprint. Apprehension hardened through my body as the front doors of the hospital automatically slid open. From the solemn phone call, I knew this wasn’t going to be easy. Is this what’s it’s all about? Is this what life boils down to? I thought many times that night. Painful, unresolved memories of my childhood sickness surfaced.
Cancer
Not many words, when applied to you, elicit such confusion and fear. I survived. Many children didn’t. But until that November night in 1994 when I was 29 years old, those feelings were neatly tucked away in the sealed black box of my psyche. Maybe it was the antiseptic smell of the hospital, maybe it was sight of my father's near lifeless body, or maybe it was my mother’s worried eyes that brought back those feelings in frightening clarity.
My heart momentarily stopped at the sight of my father’s still, pale face as I entered his room. I can’t imagine what my face looked like. For seven hours I watched as the flickering light in his eyes diminished until, at four o’clock in the morning, it went out forever.
I took a long hard look at myself and wondered what the heck I was doing with my life. I had barely scraped through high school and dropped out before finishing a one-year college Art Fundamentals course. Disgusted with it all I promised never to subject myself to any kind of formal training again. Education was not for me!
Although at the age of 24, with the encouragement from a very close friend, I had found a passion for reading stories (that’s a story in itself). But it was in that hospital room on that cold November night six years later when I discovered my true purpose: I was a writer! What a crazy thought, but it rang so true as it resounded in my head.
I was the one to transform those black marks on the paper into emotionally charged stories! It’s interesting how sometimes it takes a painful experience to discover who you really are.
Obviously I had to swallow some of my words, such as, “Education is not for me!” For a guy that barely made it through high school, I had some work to do. I asked myself, “What is the most essential quality that I need to become an author?” I definitely needed to be more disciplined if this dream were to come true.
I turned to the martial arts. A friend of a friend recommended Beyond Kung Fu Studios. Not long thereafter I signed up never looked back. I learned not to run away from my history, my feelings, especially the most painful ones. They still challenge me...
There are many ways in which Kung Fu has improved my life and endless stories of how, but one memory of my early days in the studio comes to mind now.
It was a Friday afternoon Black Sash Class instructed by Mr. Johnson (back then they had Friday afternoon Black Sash classes in the summer). Including me, there were three people in the class. Our challenge that day was to get up in front of the “whole class” and express a goal we had. The other two students were young adults (maybe 15 years old) and still in school.
Naturally their goals pertained to higher grades and levels in Kung Fu. When I got up, I, for the first time ever, told somebody else, out loud that I wanted to be a professional writer. Of course I stumbled over my words. Mr. Johnson shook his head, like this was going to be his big challenge of the day, and began to do his thing. (For those of you who know Mr. Johnson you know what I mean by “his thing”. For those of you who don’t know what I mean by “his thing”: find out)
Ten minutes later, with my shoulders pulled back and my chin raised high, I was bellowing out that my goal was to become a best selling author. In fact by the end of the class I could have stood on the roof of the building in blue spandex, a big ‘S’ on my chest with my cape blowing in the wind, and shouted, “Look out world, here I come!”
Beyond Kung Fu Studios provided for me a safe environment to express my ambitions. It took a long time after that day in Black Sash Class for me to tell anybody outside the studio of my goals of writing, other than to say nonchalantly, “It’s just a hobby.” The dream was still quite fragile. Friends, family, and colleagues could have easily extinguished that spark.
There are two reasons that people close to you may not be supportive in your ambitions. One is to protect you and one is to protect them. People who have pure motives and truly want you to succeed can become pessimistic in protection of you. What if you take on too much and fail? And it can be hard for friends and colleagues to watch you rise past them because it draws out their own insecurities (by the way that’s a key, pay attention and deal with your own insecurities and your successes will look after themselves). That’s why you have to find realistic, positive people to encourage you to work hard, keeping one eye on the big dream and one on the necessary steps to get there. Beyond Kung Fu is that safe and dangerous haven! Dangerous because some people, including me, are afraid of succeeding . . . but what a great challenge to overcome!
Since starting with Beyond Kung Fu Studios (about seven years ago) I have been promoted twice in my job (most recently two weeks ago) and now manage a store that will do close to 3 million dollars in sales this year. I started, finished, and had published a full length novel (On The Fringes). Most importantly, I met my soul mate. Now I am learning to become a great teacher in the martial arts and in the near future, a great writing teacher. Indeed in this fast paced technological world functional literacy is not enough. It saddens me to see more and more children with sub-standard literacy skills coming through the school system. Professional success relies on a powerful command of language.
Kung Fu has given me the confidence and means to pursue even greater goals. A relatively new goal now is to direct One Million dollars toward The Toronto Hospital for Sick Children. It’s payback time. Mr. Cann’s goal setting seminar firmly anchored that on my ‘what-I-want-to-achieve-in-this-world’ list.
Beyond Kung Fu Studios asks what, why, and how? What is your goal? Why isn’t it bigger? And how can we help you achieve it? You can bet I will achieve my goal of directing One Million dollars toward Sick Kids and becoming a motivational teacher that changes lives because I have a strong foundation of skills (growing by the day), confidence, but most importantly: I Believe I can do it!
Thanks Beyond Kung Fu!
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Positive Experience #2
S-O-O-O-O-O Much F-U-N-N-N-N!!!
From Prema Singh, mother of 4 & student
With four young kids in the house, it always took F-O-R-E-V-E-R for everyone to get dressed and out of the house, be it to school, the mall or just around the block for a walk. The kids took F-O-R-E-V-E-R to do ANYTHING! Seems like they had all the time in the world.
A simple 15 minute walk around the block disintegrated into a 1½ hour ordeal...½ hour to put their shoes and jackets on and ¾ hour to saunter around the block! Not to mention the additional fact that their teachers’ estimated 20 minutes of homework dissolved into the whole evening (3 hours) dawdle around the kitchen table!
So my husband and I had had it!!! Enough was enough!!! At the rate they were going, they would be old and have beards to the ground by the time they graduated from high school! We started checking around to see what we could do to help these kids become faster and more focused!
BAM! An ad in the Brampton Guardian caught our eyes! It was the Beyond Kung Fu Studios Ad! Slogan – fitness for the mind, body and spirit! 3 hits!!! Seemed like exactly what we were looking for! All the testimonials were beaming in right at us! Plus, we could try it F-R-E-E for a whole month, without any obligations! Great!!!
As the hour of the first class approached, I started getting niggling little doubts flying around somewhere in my head. “Were we doing the right thing?” The kids and I are kinda’ pretty shy in public. “How were we going to fit in?” “How were we going to live up to the commitment of going to classes twice a week?” “How were we going to afford it?” “It was probably going to cost an arm and a leg, maybe a head too, what with four kids! And outfits too!
5:55 p.m.
I can still remember how tense and nervous we all were! Aah! (Big sigh of relief!) Take a Bow!! (Bigger sigh of relief!!) We were greeted by friendly, caring smiles from everyone; the instructors, the assistants and the students! And there was so much friendship and respect charging the air in the studio! Wow! It felt so-o-o-o good to be here! The kids’ faces were beaming and their eyes were so alive with happiness! That first class was just simply, so-o-o-o-o much F-U-N-N-N-N!!!
Today, 6 months later, we have all come a long way! It didn’t cost us too much of an arm and a leg because Beyond Kung Fu Studios gave us a family discount! And best of all, my husband and I have the extreme pleasure of seeing our kids so swift, so focused, so disciplined and so right-at-home there at the Studio that we almost couldn’t believe that those kids were ours!!!
And they were having so much fun in class that, rather than just sitting there waiting for them to finish, I joined too! Aah! My old creaky bones and stiff joints breathed a sigh of relief! The warm-up was even more fun than my 20 minutes Tae-Bo workout because it was so personal and interactive. And the moves were, well, simply phenomenal! This Kung Fu thing sure is addictive! I never knew I could be so strong but as Mr. Lee said, “All you have to do is keep coming through the door and we’ll take care of the rest.” He sure was right!
I know we still have a long way to go but we do have a WAY now and every day we’re getting better and better! And with instructors like Mr. Cann, Mr. Bhally, Mr. Lugsdin and Mr. Hutchinson, we KNOW we will get there!
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Positive Experience #3
Definitely Changed My Life
From Tammy
I have now been a member of Beyond Kung Fu Studios for a little over 6 months. I have learned a lot about myself in this short period of time as well as changing in many different ways, all for the better.
I have a better outlook on life; more positive. I have learned to deal with all situations, good or bad, in calm, efficient, and intelligent ways. I have learned to take problems, whether in my day to day life or in a work situation, and solve them without letting the problem disturb me.
I used to let bad situations bring me down to the point of depression or simply giving up. Now, I see the positive side to every situation. I now know that there is a solution to ever problem that comes my way, and all challenges can be dealt with. It’s all about staying strong no matter what life throws at you, and coming out on top.
I enrolled in an education program a year and half ago to get my certification to become a Physical Personal Trainer. For the first year I have hardly touched my books from laziness and the mere fact of me not knowing if I still want to pursue a career in this domain.
But lately, I have been opening my books up again! Not because I have decided that this is what I want to do with my life, but from sheer curiosity and thirst for knowledge. I have always been interested in the human body and its complex function and now that interest has been lifted to an all-new level.
I want to understand more, I want to know more. And the same thing applies in my work; I can’t seem to learn or accomplish enough in a day!!!
One of the main aspects I have to say that I love about my training is the physical aspect of it. I have noticed changes in my muscle structure that I haven’t seen in years of training at the gym! I have noticed changes in my physical endurance, and in my cardiovascular health.
Before the training, I used to run about two miles a day, and they were a long two miles! Now, I can hop on the treadmill at the gym and go for double the distance with half the effort! I take my three-year-old Labrador for runs, and I now have to stop for him! It’s incredible the change in both my mind and body when it comes to endurance.
My thought process has evolved a great deal with my training. I don’t have any problems accomplishing the things that, in my past, I had trouble with. For example eating healthier; I have always been a healthy eater, but I also always gave in to the temptation of “not so healthy” foods when they were around. Now, I have no problem turning away. I have been taking much better care of myself lately, with half the effort I used to put into it.
I like to think that I have always been a very respectful person, an all around nice person. I don’t think that this is something that can change much in me because I was raised to be thoughtful, respectful, and truthful. But, my perception of the feelings and thoughts of the people around me has sharpened a great deal. I feel like I understand individuals on a deeper level. I read into people more, pay more attention to the way they speak, move, and act. This is not something that I tried to do; it is something that has simply happened. I am much better at talking about feelings and thoughts than I ever was.
I attended a wedding not long ago, and I saw the mother of the groom trying to hold back the tears during the whole reception. I went up to her and told her that she was doing an excellent job as a mother and that her son must be proud to have her at his side on a day filled with such strong emotions. I think I really helped her! She was very grateful and I felt very good about giving her a little support, even if I didn’t know her!
My training has become a very important part of my life. I always look forward to going to the studio. I look forward to the classes, to seeing everyone, and listening to the teachers. I think the team at the studio compliment each other extraordinarily! The teachers are wonderful; they each bring their own special attributes to the classes! Beyond Kung Fu Studios has definitely changed my life, and I am looking forward to all the future changes to come!
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Positive Experience #4
Events Leading to Selecting Beyond Kung Fu Studios
From John, 29, Sales Rep, Brampton
After undergoing some major life changing events I decided I needed a portal to regain my focus, mental and physical strength. I investigated and toured a few different clubs offering anything from Tae Kwon Do to Karate and everything in between. I even participated in some sample classes and viewed some typical sparring.
Without too much detail, after seeing some demonstrations at Beyond Kung Fu Studios and participating in a couple of classes my mind was set. My reason for my selection was based on two key elements that were important to me, the greater focus on mind and physical/mental challenge. Other martial arts were in a simple rush to engage in sparring where as Beyond Kung Fu Studios focused on the immense skill set first and then applied it to real world application. This approach makes for truly effective training!
Where we are at now:
Now I have honed in on my focus, and will continue to improve as the months go by. This has helped with my work, in that, I can now follow in conversations that previously would allow me to drift. It has also helped me cope through some recent difficult life situations and improved my overall mental standing. My physical fitness has improved dramatically improving both my cardiovascular and range of motion.
All in all it’s a great program and is highly recommended!
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Positive Experience #5
If It Is So Wonderful Why Aren’t You A Student?
From Debbie, mother of 3, IT Manager, Brampton
I was in the process of researching martial arts studios for my children over a year ago when I came across Beyond Kung Fu Studios during one of their visits at Bramalea City Centre.
I introduced myself to Mr. Lee, we talked for a few minutes and I received a card. I decided to bring my children to the studio to try it out. They loved it and I was quite impressed. However, being the cautious person, I felt it necessary to explore other studios before committing to this one. Well, it took only one visit to another Kung Fu studio to convince me that I had found the one and only studio for my children.
You see, other studios offered to show my children self-defence techniques and give them a good workout but Beyond Kung Fu Studios took the time to get to know my daughters and cater to their individual personalities within the six classes that they attended. This was a clear indication that they live up to the name BEYOND Kung Fu Studios.
I was absolutely amazed at the time the instructors took to sit in a ‘perfect’ circle to read stories and lead discussions about integrity, respect, intuition, self-discipline and my personal favourite ‘getting a commitment from the children to keep their rooms clean’.
I decided that we would commit and join Beyond Kung Fu Studios. Mr. Lee spent some time talking with my daughters and my son at which point he concluded that my daughters were ready but my son wasn’t quite there yet. Well, this impressed me even more!
Wait, it doesn’t end there! Although they felt my son was not quite ready, they allowed him to participate when he wanted and encouraged him to do so!
Upon joining they reiterated how wonderful of a program this was for children and I would notice a significant difference in their school grades, self-confidence, self-discipline and the list goes on. Again, I believe what I see.
Several months went by, where my son and I sat and watched all my daughters’ classes.
I am a believer and here is why:
One of my daughters was so timid that she would literally hide herself when people approached us. It was a daily challenge dropping her off to school. She suffered terrible anxiety attacks. Honestly, it was frightening. I approached school counsellors, child psychologists and tried several different methods to help her with these, none of which, offered significant improvement.
Beyond Kung Fu Studios was my saviour. My daughter now puts her hand up to participate in activities at the studio, at school and at birthday parties. She is even able to do presentations in front of her class and speak loud, clear and be proud! Yes, presentations!
My other daughter, more confident than her younger sister, has a true understanding of integrity, respect and thoughtfulness towards others. She continues to display this by always doing what is right although it is the harder choice. She stands up for what is right at school as opposed to being one of the popular girls. This is exactly what I wanted her to get out of her Kung Fu. I am so proud of her and when I approached the instructors with the example of her actions, they took the time to recognize her for her thoughtfulness and courage! Wow.
My son, who is now an official student, learned to focus simply by sitting in the back during my daughter’s classes. He tends to get very excited and in the process gets a little rough, either resulting in injuries to himself or sometimes others around him. So, although people might believe that Kung Fu might increase this energy and make it worse, as one parent pointed out to me it is most definitely doing the opposite. It is showing my son to control his energy, providing him with the ability to recognize his excitement and bring it down a notch.
You ask yourself, if it is so wonderful why are you not a student? Guess what, I am a student, I joined 6 months ago and absolutely adore it. It has helped me in more ways mentionable! The best way I can summarize what Kung Fu does for me is: It has brought me happiness through my children and myself; health, balance and great muscle definition!
I don’t believe that the simple act of engaging in Martial Arts provided my family with all that I’ve talked about. I DO believe that the team at Beyond Kung Fu Studios is unique. In entering their studio from day one we felt like we were entering our home not a place of business!
Thank-you to all the team members of Beyond Kung Fu Studios for your on-going warmth and dedication to your students, I look forward to many more years with you.
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Positive Experience #6
I Feel EXCITED and HAPPY!!!
From Christopher Post, 9 years old
I have been a member of Beyond Kung Fu Studios since February 2002. I am 9 years old and have enjoyed it very much. When I go to my Kung Fu lessons I feel EXCITED and HAPPY!!!!!!! I have very nice kung fu teachers.
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Positive Experience #7
Beyond Expectations
From Cassandra, 28, Sales Rep, Brampton
I have spent my life trying to manage my expectations. As a child I was told “don’t get your hopes up, you’ll be disappointed”, as an adolescent I was faced with the old axiom “be careful what you wish for, you just might get it”, in University, as a history major, I examined time and time again the experiences of those who floundered under dreams too big for their reality, even now I guide my staff to control the expectations of our clients lest we fail to meet them. At Beyond Kung Fu Studios I have finally learned the key to living to the utmost of one’s capabilities lies in forgetting about expectations and learning about potential.
Less than a year ago I joined Kung Fu armed with a set of goals that other people deemed unrealistic, the drive to succeed, and very little idea of what I was actually signing up for. In my mind this was a strategic move designed to round out my fitness training and accelerate my personal health goals, and if I ended up being a super cool fighting machine so much the better! I found a great deal more than I was expecting! I have lost 56 pounds since joining, have decreased my body fat by 16%, and increased my lean weight by 12%. I am more flexible and faster than I have ever been in my life and enjoy a new level of energy and awareness.
More importantly I have gained a level of self awareness and confidence hitherto unfamiliar to me. Since beginning this journey I feel like a stranger exploring the forest of my own personality. Around every twist and bend is a surprise, I may find a tree of strength in the middle of a grove of persistence, or a shadow of fear hiding under the grizzly bear of bravado.
Beyond Kung Fu Studios has provided me with a toolkit; and continues to teach me how to use those tools to develop each aspect of my character, and to see the challenges of life as opportunities to add new dimensions to my training, not as a super cool fighting machine, but as a peaceful warrior, aspiring to grow, and learning to show others the joy I find in every part of my day.
I look forward to a lifetime of learning, and training with Beyond Kung Fu Studios, and am profoundly grateful to the instructors for their guidance, time, and patience on my journey so far.
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Positive Experience #8
I Know Where I Am Headed In Life
From Keagan Campbell, 15 years old
When I first joined the studio I was a very shy kid with no real goals in life. The teachers at Beyond Kung Fu Studios have helped me break through my fear of people. Now instead of running from confrontation, I go and find new people to talk to. They have also helped me find a path in life so I know were I am headed in life. Beyond Kung Fu Studios is the BEST thing that has happened to me.
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Positive Experience #9
Lost 30 Pounds! 10 in the First Month!
From Andrew Hume, 20, Cook, Brampton
On December 14, 2002 I realized that I was out of shape and insecure about my physical confidence and I decided to change. I decided that I’m 20 yrs old and I need a change in my life and that change was me.
I thought about joining a gym or doing self aerobics (Tae Bo, Workout videos). Then one night I realized that my friend Jeff was in good shape and has lost some weight. He also talked about how he has knowledge of self-defence. Then I decided Martial Arts looks interesting.
Since I’ve joined Beyond Kung-fu Studios I have lost 30lbs (10 within the first month). I have noticed that I’m in better shape. I have more confidence in my physical capabilities.
I am more aware of everything around me and how things work. I have been concentrating on my spirituality and where I stand on this earth. Since I’ve started my training I’ve experienced many urges to try new things and live life to its fullest.
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Positive Experience #10
Beyond Kung Fu Studios Has Enriched My Life
From Jeff McIntosh., 15, Brampton
Since I began taking lessons at Beyond Kung Fu Studios I have improved in many ways. Before, I had very little confidence just standing in the schoolyard at lunch because I was afraid of bullies. Also, I did not put any effort into my work.
Now that I’ve trained here I have confidence everywhere I go and words from my instructors have inspired me to improve my schoolwork. Beyond Kung Fu Studios has enriched my life. I don’t know where I’d be without it. I know that they can do for anyone what they did for me. This system is awesome!
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Positive Experience #11
My Classes Are Wonderful
From Nicole Squire, 9, Black Sash Club, Brampton
One day my mom and I were shopping at the mall and we seen kids breaking boards. I asked my mom if I could do it to, and she said yes. So we stood in the line up until it was my turn. At first I was scared I would hurt my hand, but when I tried it I closed my eyes and I broke the board.
Every body was clapping for me. After I broke the board Mr. Cann was handing out papers and said if you want to join, just call this number.
When we got home my mom asked me if I wanted to try it, I said yes. When we went the first day I was scared because I never knew any body, or what I had to do. My mom wanted me to try it for a month to see if I liked it.
I knew my mom wanted me to join it because she wanted me to have more focus for my school work, and to know how to protect myself as I get older.
I have been in Kung Fu for 14 months and so far my classes are wonderful. I have lots of fun there, and I am learning how to protect myself if I get in trouble.
I am learning words like confidence, self-discipline, integrity focus and respect. Before I didn’t know what these meant. I have improved by listening more to my mom and dad and I am more focused at school.
But I have to keep working on my focus and listening more, I will get better as time goes on, and as I get older. I was really excited when I got my purple sash, I didn’t want to take it off that night, I felt really proud. I wish a lot of kids could join it.
I can’t wait until I get my Black Sash in a few years. I will continue to work hard in achieving it.
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Positive Experience #12
I Am the Master of My Emotions
From Timothy Campbell, 18, Brampton
Kung Fu has changed my life for the better. Not that I wasn’t a good person before, it’s just that with Kung Fu I’ve been able take the good things in my life and amplify them 10-fold.
I’m no longer controlled by my emotions; I am the master of my emotions. Even though my skills are not that of a master, I always try to maintain the master’s mentality. Not only has Kung Fu taught me discipline and awareness. It has taught me to never give up, never say die. And that is that exact attitude that is needed to succeed in the world we live in.
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Positive Experience #13
The Benefits Go Beyond
From Gord McGivern, 50, School Teacher, Black Sash Graduate
I have been taking Kung Fu at Beyond Kung Fu Studios for approximately 10 years. One major benefit has been in my over-all fitness level. I am 50 years old, physically active, and wish to remain so. Training in Kung Fu has increased my stamina, strength and flexibility. All of which are invaluable whether I am skiing, swimming or actively involved in any physical activity.
Kung Fu has also reminded me just how much fun learning something new can be, and when you begin to see personal, measurable progress, then the experience is a very rewarding one.
I also enjoy Kung Fu because it is a complete change from how I earn my living. Even on the days when I’d rather just stay on the couch at home, if I get myself to class, I leave the studio feeling refreshed and relaxed. As a result I go back in a good frame of mind.
All in all, I would truly miss the training if it wasn’t part of my life. The benefits go beyond what you anticipate when you first begin training.
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Positive Experience #14
I Have Gained More Than I Thought Was Possible
From Michelle Cameron, 32, Black Belt Club, Mississauga
I originally joined Beyond Kung Fu Studios thinking it was a way to better my physical health. Well, during the last three months I have gained more than I thought was possible. Not only has my physical health improved but my confidence and energy level is higher and I have a more positive outlook on life. I truly thank the instructors for their help, support and encouraging words.
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Positive Experience #15
You Can Go Further Than You Think You Can
From David Bianchi, 43, Black Sash Graduate, Farmer, Brampton
I’ve been training at Beyond Kung Fu Studios for approximately 10 years. When I think back to when I first started training I can just see how far I’ve come. And I don’t mean just the belt level that I have achieved but also in the way that I approach my work and family life.
There were times when I would feel something was too difficult to achieve and that it would take much effort. But then I think of my training at Beyond Kung Fu and realize that things are attainable with hard work and a positive mental attitude.
A lot of that has to do with the instructors at the studio. Their willingness to teach and positive reinforcement is a welcome relief.
The instructors are able to help you realize that you can go further than you think you can and that accomplishment is such an uplifting experience. When I’m away from class there always seems to be something missing from my life.
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Positive Experience #16
My Life Flourishes
From Brad Hutchinson, 37, Assistant Instructor, Writer, Mississauga
Kung Fu has brought to my life courage, peace of mind, strength of will, but most of all a passion to lift people beyond their preconceived limits. I, from the teachings I learn in class, make better decisions, respond more conducive to the goal of achieving a win-win situation.
My personal life flourishes, my goals come streaming toward me like a cascading mountain river, and my work life abounds with praise, raises, and respect from superiors as a result of the dedicated staff of Beyond Kung Fu Studios.
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Positive Experience #17
After My First Class I Was Addicted
From Jeff Dow, 19, Brampton
As a 19 year old, life wasn’t the easiest stroll in the park. Surrounded by temptations, peer pressure, and a search for my identity. I took some time to sit down and figure out what it was I wanted to spend the rest of my life doing or working towards, looking back in my memory banks for childhood dreams. And there it was; a martial arts instructor.
The perfect job to keep fit in the body and the mind. I don’t know if this was a coincidence, but the next day I saw Beyond Kung Fu Studios demonstration at Bramalea City Centre Mall. A short talk with the representatives and I could hardly wait to start my training. After my first class I was addicted.
The values that I have learned and now demonstrate really help me stick to my goals, no matter how big or small. Focus helps me see my path that I am pursuing. Self-confidence keeps me high-spirited in any situation. Discipline kicks my butt when I start to slack. Flexibility in body and mind helps me adapt in the toughest times. Balance taught me to live my life to the fullest from the most stable place.
Beyond Kung Fu Studios has touched my life with awesome instructors, an amazing system and the greatest people that are waiting for you with their hearts open.
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Positive Experience #18
Making Healthy & Positive Choices
From HarDeepak Bassi, 43, Assistant Instructor, Master Yoga Instructor, Brampton
As a student of Beyond Kung Fu Studios since 1998, I have acquired many skills. These skills help me to keep my mind focused at the given task. I’ve more flexibility in my mind and body. My ability to make healthy & positive choices under stress has increased many-fold as Beyond Kung Fu Studios not only teach combative skills but also positive personal growth as part of on going training. My training has naturally helped with my work as a yoga instructor.
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Positive Experience #19
I Only Intended To Go For the First Free Month
From Anna Mernieks, 13, Black Sash Club, Brampton
To be completely honest, in the beginning – before my first Kung Fu class – I only intended to go for the first free month. My plans changed with that first class. Now, I have benefited so much from Kung Fu in many different ways. Physically, I got into shape, if not for Beyond’ I would probably be a couch potato. Mentally, I became a lot more focused and confident, and I learn more in this respect from every class that I attend. The studio has also had emotional benefits because of the positive, high energy. I would say that it’s a great use of time and that if one keeps at it, it could have a positive, lasting effect on their life.
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Positive Experience #20
Our Two Sons Have Benefited Immensely
From Linda & Bruce Bright, Parents, Brampton
As parents of our two sons in Beyond Kung Fu Studios, we would like to express our appreciation towards your staff. They are dedicated and hard working and I strongly feel without them, Beyond Kung Fu Studios would not be the awesome club that it is. Our two sons have benefited immensely, not only have they developed self-defence skills, they have also developed their confidence. They are very honourable people.
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Positive Experience #21
Improvements!!!
From Herb Michelin, Father, Brampton
I started bringing Chris to Beyond Kung Fu Studios 2 ½ years ago. In that time I have seen an improvement in his awareness, discipline, and wanting to learn as many things as possible. He is a goaltender in hockey for Brampton Youth, and he has tremendous skills, which I attribute to his kung fu training. Chris is 6 years old.
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Positive Experience #22
I Emphasize The Word BEYOND
From Ray Kitchener, Father, Brampton
Both I and my son Adam are students of Beyond Kung Fu Studios. I emphasize the word BEYOND. The teachers go beyond self-defence and accentuate positive life-changing principals, such as integrity, attitude, and respect. I would recommend this school to anyone interested in being taught by the best.
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Positive Experience #23
It Has Been Tremendous For Their Self-Esteem
From Valerie Kowalski, Mother, Brampton
The benefits of Beyond Kung Fu Studios for my sons has been tremendous for their self-esteem and has given them the discipline and focus they need to do better in all aspects of their lives. (eg. schooling, sports & respect for themselves and others)
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Positive Experience #24
The Instructors at Beyond Kung Fu Studios are Very Professional
From Janet MacDonald., Mother, Physiotherapist, Brampton
My six-year-old has been attending Kung Fu classes for the last seven months. In that time he has gained more focus and has increased his attention span greatly. He completes most of his schoolwork in class, which reduces his homework and is often the first in class to hand in his school projects.
I can say without a doubt that the instructors at Beyond Kung Fu Studios are very professional and show a sincere respect and caring for each student. Kung Fu is definitely a discipline that enhances ones physical, mental, social and spiritual well-being.
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Positive Experience #25
I Am Able To Defend Myself
From Jarett Dawe, 12, Black Sash Club, Brampton
I enjoy going to Kung Fu for many reasons, from concentrating on my classes to proper balance skateboarding after school, even playing tag in the park! Myself, just coming into higher grades I see a lot of fights at my school and I like knowing that if it came down to it I am able to defend myself at anytime; knowing how to “not have to fight” or calming down your opponent is the better way.
I encourage other people to join!
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Positive Experience #26
Peace of Mind
From Jesse Hansen, 17, Black Sash Club, Brampton
When I first came to Beyond Kung Fu Studios I didn’t really know what was in store for me. As I trained I began to think it was entirely physical but I quickly realized it is truly all in my mind. It has become a part of me and I let Kung Fu guide me with my problems and frustrations.
I only realized two years ago when I left how much Kung Fu truly meant to me and I am now training harder than ever and I WILL get my Black Sash at all costs, not to be able to simply defend myself but to have a higher sense of peace of mind.
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Positive Experience #27
Thank You!
From Rebecca Mernieks, Homemaker, Mother, Brampton
Beyond Kung Fu Studios has accomplished so much more for our family than providing us with physical training and teaching us the art of self defence. Our son received his report card recently. He was disappointed to find that he had received two B’s this term… where his older sister had received all A’s. After a few moments to reflect on his disappointment he said, “I’m sad because I know I can do better.” Kung Fu is not only physical training… it’s a way of life. Thank you.
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Positive Experience #28
I’m Less Self-Conscious!
From Jen Ojalami, 20, Black Sash Club, Brampton
When I first came to Kung Fu I was interested mostly in physical fitness and also about the philosophy. However, after training for about two years I’ve experienced much more than what I expected, I’ve become more confident in myself, I’m less self-conscious about embarrassing myself and I’m less shy.
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Positive Experience #29
58 Pushups!
From Amy Alexander, 17, Black Sash Club, Brampton
I remember when I couldn’t do 1 push up, now the most I can do at one time is 58!
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Positive Experience #30
I Love Kung-Fu
From Justen Hansen, Black Sash Club Member
My brother joined Kung-Fu a few years ago, dropped out, and then re-joined. He asked me to join as well, so I did. I always wondered what Martial Arts was all about, but after joining, I understand what it’s all about and what is required. All of these things that I understand, I feel I have wanted to learn and be a part of them my whole life. I love Kung-Fu.
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Positive Experience #31
Kung Fu is he Best Thing That Ever Happened To Me!
From Tej Singh, 13, Black Sash Member, Brampton
When I first came to Beyond Kung Fu Studios, in November, my marks in school were going down and I had a bad temper. After my first month in Kung Fu, my marks went up drastically from what they used to be and it was hard for people to get on my nerves.
Ever since I joined Kung Fu, my agility and awareness, my reflexes and listening skills have improved greatly. Kung Fu has sharpened my power, my self-confidence, my motivation and my leadership skills.
I feel Beyond Kung Fu studios has brought Kung Fu to it’s highest levels. They combine the traditional techniques that are taught by the monks in the Shaolin Temple, with a LOT of fun, a LOT of humor, a lot of teaching and tips to your every day life and a lot of excitement to make the best training place in the world!
I think that Kung Fu has something for everyone. There is the intense warm ups and self-defense classes for the young, adventurous people, and the calm relaxing yoga classes taught on Sundays, for the elderly. I think Kung Fu is one of the best things that ever happened to me.
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Positive Experience #32
A New View of the World
From Ida P. 17, Black Sash Club
I am receiving so much more that I had ever expected I would from training in martial arts. I had joined for the sole reason of learning how to defend myself, and because I had always admired people that knew how to kick. I had never imagined that training at Beyond Kung Fu Studios would not only give me that, but also would allow me to grow as an individual give me a new view of the world from a different perspective.
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Positive Experience #33
Not Just Physical Training
From Sean Culliton, 37, Black Sash Club
I have received more than I hoped for. When I joined, I was just looking to learn Kung Fu, but after spending the last few months training I have learned that the classes are not just the physical training. They are a total way of thinking.
It is how you look at your entire life and focusing on this and the physical training will allow me to move toward my Black Sash.
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Positive Experience #34
I Won The Free Draw!!!
From Marne of Brampton
I am very impressed with the classes that your studio teaches. I think what all of you are doing for the community is beautiful and very important.
The first time I came to your studio was to see little Michael...my friend Maddie’s son. He is a wonderful young boy who is at a very transitional and impressionable age. I have had the opportunity to observe the younger classes that Mr. Cann teaches and believe it or not I've actually learned things while I watched and listened. He is absolutely amazing with his students and I'm sure makes a difference every day with what he teaches.
It's sort of like throwing a stone in the water and watching the rippling effect. The people whom he teaches and affects will affect others and so on......
I myself was thinking about taking some self defense classes to improve my confidence in certain areas of my life. Having had the opportunity to observe some of the classes I was thinking recently about joining on my own. Then as fate would have it, I won the free draw and now here we are.
Only 2 classes later and I already feel a difference in myself! Albeit some of the differences are aching muscles...not all of them though!!!
Thank you to you and all of the staff at Beyond Kung Fu Studios for giving me the chance to become a member. It is an opportunity that I will not waste. If at any time you need volunteers for anything please feel free to ask me. I would be happy to give back some of what has been given to me.
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Positive Experience #35
Control In His Character
From Janet Naipaul, Monther, Dance instructor
Raja, my son has changed certain habits and personality qualities. I have noticed his over all assertion at home, school and amongst his relatives. At home, he is faster and neater doing chores. At school his work is improving, ie he does all of his homework-is not afraid to say I don’t understand, help me. Raja has always been kind, considerate, and appreciable of the differences in people, but I have noticed the maturity and control in his character, especially when he is around the younger cousins. I can’t wait to see what he is like in a year.
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Positive Experience #36
I’m a Much Better Person
From Harjot Singh Johal, 8 , Black Sash Club
I have really improved. Even my teacher thinks so. I have more respect. Bullies don’t bother me anymore. I’m a much better person.
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Positive Experience #37
How I Feel About Beyond Kung Fu Studios
From Ranita Singh, 10, Black Sash Club, Brampton
Before I went to Beyond Kung Fu Studios I always felt tired everyday at school. I would always be last to finish my work and have tons of homework to do every night. I would always hate to go to school. Even at home I would be tired and grumpy and when I did something I would do it really bad. Example: when my mom told me to clean up my room, I would shove my clothes and other stuff into my closet.
Then my mom read the article about Beyond Kung Fu Studios in the newspaper and told us that we were going to try it out. I was a little scared about going to kung fu because my cousin went to a martial arts place and whenever he wanted to go to the bathroom he had to do 50 pushups! But when I came to kung fu for the first time, my sister, brothers and I liked it so much.
We liked it so much because the teachers were nice to us and very fun. Now in class it looks challenging but once a teacher steps you thru, it is not too hard. Kung Fu makes me feel so strong, fast and good and it makes me feel that I accomplished something in my life.
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