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20 Oct 2020
Your Child Failed... And It Could Be The BEST Thing For Them!

Your first reaction to watching your child fail at something and seeing them become disheartened, might be to turn into the overprotective parent that tries to fix all of their problems for them. We are here to tell you not to be so hasty! Failure might be EXACTLY what they need to change and improve, not just in Martial Arts but in all aspects of life. Reports have indicated that children who have learnt that failure is unacceptable are often susceptible to experiencing anxiety and are reluctant to try new things. There have been several times where we have seen a child enter their very first tournament and consequently have experienced their very first loss, leading to them never ....
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DOJO ETIQUETTE FOR NEW (and old) STUDENTS

Starting Martial Arts for the first time can be a little confusing for many beginner students. There is a very unique and specific etiquette that is followed in dojos around the world, and at IMC. In the past, these customs were never written down but simply learnt from observing the other students in the class. However, at the request of some students - Here is a short guide to what you need to know about the do’s and do not’s at IMC . BEFORE CLASS Wear the correct uniform. All of our programs have a uniform that students are required to wear. Ensure your uniform is clean and neat before coming to class. Remove any jewellery that you may have on as this could be a hazard ....
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What is the Leadership Program? The secret is out!

It’s entirely possible you have been training at IMC for over a year or so and haven’t heard of the “Leadership Program”. That’s because this fortnightly class is strictly invitation only and we are VERY selective on who we invite. The Leadership Program is where we train our best and brightest that have excelled in class (and even at Black Belt Club level) to pass on their skills to the next generation of students. In order to be invited to the program we follow a specific criteria: - Students must have displayed some level of leadership amongst classmates. - Students must show a strong enthusiasm towards their Martial Art. - Students must display a ....
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT IMC’S RE-OPENING ON JUNE 15

WHAT WE HAVE BEEN UP TO:

During the COVID-19 closure period we have been using our time wisely to come up with ways to make the IMC experience as great as possible for our students.
IMC Online has been churning out hundreds of training videos for students including the entire Martial Arts syllabus in video format and heaps of classes that you can do at home to keep fit and perfect your craft. Videos will continue to be added to the library even after our re-opening, so if you’re interested in seeing what IMC Online has to offer, simply contact us at 0408 225 391 to sign up.
We have also been renovating all of our dojos, but IMC Kemps Creek has had a big makeover with ....
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PREPARATION TIPS FOR THE END OF YEAR & BLACK BELT GRADINGS

As the most important grading of the year is looming (just over 3 weeks away), it is important to be prepared. Below are some tips to give you the edge and hopefully send you on your way to a successful grading. 1. First and foremost Hanshi Paul/ Sensei Ivana and the other instructors are there to help and guide you, their advice especially at this time, is invaluable. If they recommend that you do not grade or that you need to do more training, before you grade, you should take this on board as they have had many years of experience and in all cases want what is best for their students. 2. Now is the time to use that valuable tool called a syllabus, read it! Know what it ....
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40 Lessons I Have Learnt in 40 Years of Martial Arts

By Hanshi Paul Zadro
Never sit on the fence, you will get shot by a peace keeper
Personal growth will only come if you truly commit yourself.
I can teach you anything except commitment. That is taught from birth.
Every child needs to learn to swim and learn to fight, everything else comes second.
True learning only comes once you reach Black Belt.
The rising tide lifts all boats; help others and you’ll help yourself.
A Black Belt is a White Belt that never quit!
The best students are the ones that are willing to test themselves in real competition.
Children will only assert themselves verbally if they are ABLE to assert themselves physically.
When you get to the top, ....
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5 Ways To Improve Your Martial Arts From The Comfort of Your Own Home

With grading and several big competitions coming up soon you might be thinking you need to get in some more training. Well your training doesn't have to be confined to the dojo... instead use resources at home to step up your game and improve your Martial Arts style! If you were in school and wanted to get an "A", it would take extra effort outside of class, right? The same is true with Martial Arts. These five methods for improving Martial Arts outside of the dojo can help you begin some "A" level skills today. 1. BODY MECHANICS You will be able to gain so much more from your in-class sessions if you aren't spending the time worrying if your body is actually capable of doing ....
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How to LOSE WEIGHT and KICK ASS at the same time

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ National Health Survey in 2017-18 an incredible 67% of Australian adults are overweight or obese! That’s 12.5 million people that should be reading this article. For many of these people however, the idea of getting fit seems daunting and that simply comes down to having the wrong perception of what “getting fit” actually means. For people who are overweight or obese, finding the right exercise routine often involves choosing one boring gym over another. But losing weight can also be a fun experience which can open up a world of opportunity to try something new and give you the confidence you need. Maybe ....
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Does your child have attention or learning issues? Here are 5 ways Martial Arts can give them the edge

We frequently have doctors refer parents to IMC as a means of development for their child that may be dealing with learning and attention issues. Here are five reasons that Martial Arts makes a great match for them:
Martial Arts focuses on individual growth, not on team competition. Many kids with learning and attention issues struggle with the pressure of having to compete with other kids. So traditional sports may not appeal to them. But at IMC, the focus is on self-improvement. There’s no “letting down the team”.
There is an emphasis on self-control and concentration. Attention is central to martial arts. Kids must stay focused to learn and to perform. As they are ....
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15 Ways to Practice Your Kata That You Haven’t Thought Of Before!

As Instructors that have taught thousands of students over the past 40 years, we know that there are some students that LOVE learning and practising new katas and some that HATE it. It does take a lot of time and effort to perfect your form and you might be one of the people that prefers to punch and kick pads instead. So we have combined some of our own ideas to present to you 15 different ways to practice your Kata for those who need something different to turbocharge their home training regime. 1. Do the Kata blindfolded
– This will give a good indication of your perception of direction. Without your sense of sight, will you still finish your kata facing the correct way? ....
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Blog | International Martial Arts Centres

Your Child Failed... And It Could Be The BEST Thing For Them!

DOJO ETIQUETTE FOR NEW (and old) STUDENTS

What is the Leadership Program? The secret is out!

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT IMC’S RE-OPENING ON JUNE 15

PREPARATION TIPS FOR THE END OF YEAR & BLACK BELT GRADINGS

40 Lessons I Have Learnt in 40 Years of Martial Arts

5 Ways To Improve Your Martial Arts From The Comfort of Your Own Home

How to LOSE WEIGHT and KICK ASS at the same time

Does your child have attention or learning issues? Here are 5 ways Martial Arts can give them the edge

15 Ways to Practice Your Kata That You Haven’t Thought Of Before!

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