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Testing on Wednesday

Posted on April 17, 2026

It is almost here for Gold through Purple Belts, and we have a big group getting ready to show us their skills at their Belt Test. For testing students, there’s a list of reminders below. For everyone, belt testing is on Wednesday, April 22 for all groups, and there will be no regular classes that night. Monday, Tuesday (sparring […]

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Bokken Rotation

Posted on March 30, 2026

Our next weapons rotation is an opportunity to learn Bokken (sword) beginning with the seminar on Tues. April 7, followed by an 8-week class rotation. We’ll be covering weapon safety and handling and learning skills that will allow us to build combos and a form. This is a popular weapon, and lots of fun to […]

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Upcoming Test Date

Posted on March 27, 2026

We have a test coming up next month for eligible students who are currently Gold – Purple/Black Stripe Belts. To be eligible to test, students must have 30 classes and have earned all five of their colored stripes before the test date. We have quite a few students who are on the borderline for having […]

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Thank you MPK Families & Friends!

Posted on March 03, 2026

What a night. The MPK Kick-a-Thon to benefit Blood Cancer United was a massive success and we appreciate all the efforts by participants and their donors. In a night that brought the MPK community, there were plenty of smiles and good vibes as we broke boards and raised money for an important cause. You should […]

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Kick-a-Thon TONIGHT!

Posted on March 02, 2026

Join the cause! Tonight is a very important all ages KICK-A-THON EVENT beginning at 5:30pm on Monday, March 2, to support the Blood Cancer United. What is a Kick-a-Thon? It’s a unique and engaging way for our community to come together and make a positive impact on the lives of blood cancer victims across the United States.  […]

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