Posted By : James W ( jmwerner23@comcast.net)
Posted : 8/15/2010 Comments : I am a 39 years old and overweight, I never thought that I could ever learn karate. But, here I am getting ready to test for yellow belt soon. The instructors at Tri-Star are great they talk to to work with you and to help you progress to your next belt. The students are also great, helping you when you need it and always offering support when you walk in. In the two months that I have been here I have learned so much about inner peace, learning to fight and about who I am. Since then I have lost weight, become more flexible and learned that I want to be a black belt.
Posted By : Brianna Posted : 7/14/2010 Comments : Hey, I just wanted to tell my story about how karate helped me. I've been doing karate for 5-6 years. I started when i was 7 and now I'm going on 13. Karate has helped me in so many ways. One way is that it really help me focas a whole lot better then what I used to. The seciond way karate at Tri-star helped me was I gained a ton of self discipline. My whole family is very happy with the way my attitude changed to, not that it was bad. I'm very pleased with what karate has done for me. Thank you Senseiand all of the other black belt instructors.
Posted By : Jessica N. Posted : 5/19/2010 Comments : As always, my daughter has been managing to keep excellent grades and we continue to see improvements in her confidence levels thanks to her karate training. She is doing exceptionally well in everything.
Posted By : Lydia Posted : 12/9/2009 Comments : Once a friend asked me to quit karate because it was interfearing our time to play. I've been doing karate for about three years, so I'm pretty adapted to it. I said, "I'm sorry karate is getting in the way of our time, but karate is good for me and I enjoy it, so I will keep doing it."
Posted By : Mr & Mrs. Wessner Posted : 8/18/2009 Comments : I watched my son from a toddler to a teenager in Karate. It is a great experience to watch him as he came full circle in all his endeavors especially in his tournaments and in his participation in the demo team. He looks so professional it makes me feel so good inside when I watch him go through his training like he says, It's a way of life for me dat it sure does keep me in good physical shape and it makes me feel good about myself. I would like to say a special thay you to Sensei A for the special help you gave Brandon and for your excellent staff which is a vital element of someone's success.
Posted By : Cindy Posted : 6/12/2009 Comments : In February 2009, I had thought about my son trying karate. I didn't really know much about it and stumbled upon Tri-Star by chance. I'm so glad I did! My son loves taking karate and is always very excited to go to class. I am completely impressed by the quality of instruction he receives. The black belt instructors are very skilled, professional, and are fantastic with the kids. It it totally apparent that the kids all love the classes and respect their teachers. That's really cool!
I am most impressed though by how the kids learn about things like manners and values (like self-respect, respecting others, good sportsmanship, etc.) and how this is interwoven throughout all the activities. I realized very quickly after my son started at Tri-Star that the school was unique and am so thrilled at what he has learned so far. His coordination has improved dramatically and he carries the positive attitude expected of him at Tri-Star to other activities as well. Sensei, you have such a positive influence on my son and I am very excited about it and also very grateful! My neighbor told me recently that Tri-Star was the best in Berks County. I can totally see why he said that! Oh, I love the Cardio Karate classes for me too. Thanks Sensei!!!
Posted By : Valerie Kline Posted : 10/1/2008 Comments : I am a beginning Adult Warrior. I am very satisfied thus far with my training at Tri-Star Karate. I am always learning something new, am doing some things I never would have imagined I could do. Best of all, I am having a lot of fun doing it! I like that everyone is treated with respect. I like the added special events. I like the friendly and family friendly atmosphere.
Posted By : Mr. & Mrs. Wessner Posted : 8/14/2008 Comments : I would like to say thank you for the bery professional training that our son brandon is recieving fron the staff at Tri-Star karate. Brandon is growing very rapidily in life alot of his deternmination comes from Karate , like the saying goes, "Never Give Up" It gave him alot of life building blocks to build on like his leadership in life."OSU" Thanks again
Posted By : Lydia Posted : 8/14/2008 Comments : I just wanted to send you something. After all, the Tri-Star Karate Dojo is one of my favorite places to be. And before I forget, I found my yellow belt.
Posted By : SLafaver Posted : 8/13/2008 Comments : Sensei,I am very glad that we were able to dicuss matters. It is so refreshing to be able to discuss matters with someone who is able to take the time to see another's perspective without prioritizing their own views. I am very appreciative of the time you took to speak with me, but I am more grateful for the positive role model that you and your staff at Tri-Star karate are for my daughter Brianna.
You run a tight ship for all the right reasons. I see how the kids look at you and it is very clear that you have made an incredible impression on them. You are what is referred to as a "Charasmatic adult". Wheather we as adults realize it or not, there is that one person in all of our lives that has left and indelible mark on our lives and renmain in our memories forever. For most it is a school teacher, but you, Sensei, are that for Brianna! Oh yea, Josie too! Tee Hee! We all adore you. Thanks for all the hard work and committment you make to our children.
Sharon LaFaver-Franchowiak
Posted By : Marti Smith Posted : 8/2/2008 Comments : A thank you not was probaly inadequate to express my appreciation for all you have taught and personally given COnrad over the years in karate.
Your lessons and his instruction in Karate have shaped his values, lifestyle and outlook on life. He learned to go for the things that are important to him and not to give up. He learned to prioritize and how how to determine what is most important. "Don't sweat the small stuff." He acknowledged the mind, body, spirit conncetion and make every effort to keep himself healthy.
I am glad that Conrad found his way to Tri-Star Karate. You always made him feel right at home, as if he was a part of the family. Thank You Sensei A
Posted By : Lee Black ( lblack4907@msn.com)
Posted : 10/5/2007 Comments : This Oct 31 will mark 2yrs that my son, Connor Black, has been a karate student with Tri Star Karate. When he began, I had no idea what to expect from a karate program. I anticipated learning martial arts skills as well as self defence, but what I didn't expect were all the life lessons that would come to be a part of everyday training. I'm certain that this is a program like no other and that, my sons growth as a young man has benefited from this program. I'm convinced because I see that this program is NOT just a business. When you join Tri-Star you become part of a family. Never was that more evident than during the days after losing part of the Tri Star family, John Eck. I saw the students and instructors morn the loss together. Making time during class to discuss feelings and show emotions. Sensi and his staff truly care. I feel very blessed that Connor has had the opportunity to experience all the lessons being taught at Tri Star. Thank you Sensi.
Posted By : Brenden Posted : 5/3/2007 Comments : Well this is my well overdue testimonial of what karate has done for me. I won't lie in this at all, it is all 100% the truth. Throughout my life since I was young, I've had some anger problems. When I joined karate I started to get rid of my anger issues, or atleast be able to control the rage. Now I don't get angry much anymore.(Unless it's the case where I went to see 300 and I had these people constantly talking behind asking where did all the spartans go!!!) It also helps me keep my weight down. I'de probaly be that guy that takes up the whole sidewalk, if I didn't have karate in ym life. Of course, it keeps me in shape. My speed increased and I have more confidence in myself. Even in sports it helped. As a lineman, balance is key. Karate increased my balance, and bam what do ya know, I was first string the first year I played! Even in golf, it helps. The people you meet in the dojo(karate school) are very friendly. I've made many friends there since I started on 12-10-2002. I've got to say, karate is very fun to do. The environment in which I train is a very friendly one.
So there it is, my testimonial.
Posted By : Richard Posted : 4/28/2007 Comments : If not karate I have no clue where I would have ended up in life. It has helped me so much in every aspect of life. I do excellent in school now, more sociable, better over all person. It has also improved my focus and discipline. I cannot thank Sensei A and Instructors for all the hard work they have done to make me a better person. Thank you Tri-Star karate.
Posted By : 3Mom Posted : 4/15/2007 Comments : I have a son that goes to Tri-Star Karate. He has always been unsure of himself and lacking tons of self-esteem. My son has change so much since taking Karate at TSK. He has become more social and feels so good about himself!
Thank you to all the instructors and to Sensei for your dedication to our children.
Posted By : Cody Posted : 3/11/2007 Comments : Iam a student at Tri-Star Karate. I have been training for about 3 years. Beofre I started Karate I was always getting into trouble, failing classes, and hanging out with the wrong people. After I started at Tri-Star Karate my grades got better and I wasn't getting in trouble anymore. Karate has really helped me trun my life around. I have learned so much and to continue to learn each day.
Thank you Karate and Sensei
Posted By : Conrad Posted : 3/11/2007 Comments : Karate has taught me that there is nothing I cannot do. In training for 6 years(the longest commitment I've made) I have learned that I'm in control of my own life. The decisions I make are totally mine, and influenced by no one but myself. Every day is a new day. The past is behind you, so leave it there.
Thank you Karate and Sensei
Posted By : Ash-Lee Posted : 3/11/2007 Comments : I have been trianing since I was 4 years old and nothing could be a better cure for anything! My training has shown me how amazing I truley am. It has taught me not only how to defend myself in any given situation, but also has given me the mental stability and character to do anything I want to do. It has given me the honor to stand up to people like my friends, the respect for others and myself, the confidence to know I can do anything I put my mind to.
Thank you Sensei
Posted By : Laurie A. Posted : 3/11/2007 Comments : I am the mother of 3 children that go to TriStar Karate. It is hard work, but aslo a lot of fun. It is helping my son to contril his ADHD and they are all improving at home.
Thanks Sensei
Posted By : Stacy S Posted : 3/11/2007 Comments : I know a 12 year old who attends a "Karate Chain" and has earned his black belt already. My daughter has been with Tri-Star Karate for over a year and I feel she is mor disciplined than this 12 year old black belt. TriStar Karate make youearn your belts whereas the other Karate Chains just see you a black belt.
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