Servant Leadership
Leadership can be done in the background, with little appreciation and even less fanfare. Leadership is sacrifice for the purpose of another’s success. Leadership is empowering others. Leadership requires humility, patience, and even love for others. This type of leadership that puts others first is known in some circles as servant leadership. When I teach people how to lead, this is what I teach. When leaders learn to value others, they are more effective and more fulfilled.
Saturday Morning Cartoons
Did you know that the Max Academy exists because of Saturday Morning cartoons? It's true. Here’s how it all started…🐢
Talk to Your Kids About Abduction Prevention
In this post, Renshi Matt gives some helpful advice in how to talk to your kids about kidnapping prevention.
“It’s ok, that’s how we learn.”
The phrase "It's ok, that's how we learn" embodies the supportive environment at Max Academy, where students are encouraged to try repeatedly without fear of shame. Our trained instructors focus on continuous learning and aim to foster a safe space for students to explore their potential through martial arts and character-building. We celebrate growth in physical skills, confidence, discipline, and resilience while tailoring our approach to meet each child's unique needs. Emphasizing respect and positive values, we invite you to join our community, where learning is an adventure and every progress is celebrated, fostering champions in life as well as martial arts.
Martial Arts Life Hack
Martial artists are trained to persevere in the face of life’s challenges.
Self-defense is like CPR
People learn CPR and first aid to prepare for a catastrophic event. Engaging in a self-defense class that specializes in fight skills (and fight-prevention skills) gives you a vital skill set to assist in averting potential harm. By learning techniques and tactics to navigate dangerous situations, you not only protect yourself but also extend this security to those around you.
Staying Calm In the Fear Loop (Part 1)
Imagining the worst-case scenario can be a survival mechanism — it prepares us to run from possible danger, or to fight it. Unfortunately, the process can result in a hijacking of our amygdala.
New Series Coming: Staying Calm Despite Your Circumstances
A new series on our blog is on its way: staying calm despite our circumstances.
Be Grit Driven
“To follow the path of martial arts is like climbing on a cliff that never ends. It demands absolute devotion for the task to be executed.”
— Masutatsu Oyama
