Chris Robinson Promoted to Gracie Black Belt

October 28, 2009

Chris Robinson, Royler Gracie, and David Adiv

Lewis’ Karate Schools, Professor Royler Gracie, and Professor David Adiv are proud to announce the promotion of Chris Robinson to the rank of Black Belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.

Chris has been training with Professors Gracie and Adiv since 2001. He received his promotion on Sunday October 24th in New Jersey at the annual RDGA meeting.

Message of the Week

October 26, 2009

Tough times don’t last, but tough people do.

It’s Exam week! There will be no classes on Thursday, exam night. If you are grading that night, please be at school for 5:30pm.

Buddy Day will follow the exam. Please get your buddy day passes from the pro shop.

Announcements and Kudos!

October 20, 2009

Marie CyrCongratulations to Joe Cannon who won the 6 months of privates that was drawn on October 2nd. We know you will enjoy them Joe!

Congratulations to Rain Marek of the Aurora Location who won the $5,000 giveaway that was drawn on October 2nd.

Congratulations to Marie Cyr (pictured) who completed her 1st half-marathon. The Scociabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon was held on September 27, 2009, in which thousands of people from all over came to enjoy the day. Marie, who had a goal of finishing it in 2 hours, came in at 2hrs 7min. Great job Marie. We are all proud of you.

Mr. Lewis’ Red Belt – October 2009

October 20, 2009

Mr. Lewis' Red BeltOn October 3, 2009, Addison Arone passed on Mr. Lewis’ Red Belt to a well deserving Black Belt Candidate, Ryan Collins. Congratulations Ryan and keep up the hard training!

More photos are available on our Flickr photo site!

Kevin Kearns Returns to LKS/RKS

October 20, 2009

Kevin Kearns Training!Kevin Kearns, highly sought-after Strength, Conditioning and Nutrition Coach, is returning to Lewis’ and Robinson’s Karate Schools for a seminar on October 24th! LKS students are welcome to attend this great event held at Robinson’s Newmarket location.

Kevin Kearns Training! Download the brochure and enrollment form.

Click on the poster for more information!

Karate After School Program at LKS

October 20, 2009

After School Program at Lewis' Karate SchoolHave you heard about the After School Program at Lewis’ Karate Schools? Our program is available from September to June, but it’s not too late to join anytime!

Your child will be picked up from school in one of our buses or vans and brought to our After School Program. One of the important features of our program: your child will be able to participate in supervised activities including homework and study. Your child will receive a full membership in one of the following programs: Karate Ninja-Tots or RGDA Jiu-Jitsu.

There’s so much more to our program. Click on the image to the left for a larger, readable version, or contact us at the school for more info or to sign up today!

Message of the Week

October 19, 2009

Student Creed Number 3: I intend to use what I learn in class constructively and defensively, to help myself and my fellow man, and never to be abusive or offensive.

Also a reminder: this weekend is Warriors Weekend. There are still some spaces available.

Elite Leadership Graduates, October 2009

October 13, 2009

Lewis’ Karate would like to congratulate all of the participants of the Elite Leadership Training Course that finished on October 13th, 2009. They all did an exceptional job and they are all better for it.

Congratulations to everyone and keep striving towards excellence!

Darryl S.
Kathleen S.
Amanda S.
Peter C.
Klarissa S.
Joel F.
DJ C.
Ryan C.
Steve Q.
Braden S.
Jessica D.
Nicole B.
Cameron Y.
Kyle S.
Gaige C.
Anthony K.
Justin S.
Sloan B.

Message of the Week

October 12, 2009

Student Creed Number 2: I intend to develop self-discipline, in order to bring out the best in myself and others.

Message of the Week

October 5, 2009

This week’s message is Student Creed #1:
I Intend to develop myself in a positive manner, and to avoid anything the would reduce my mental growth of physical health.”

Note: It is BBC Week this week on all “A” Days.