Karate

Last October we went to the Punkin' Chunkin at the Araphahoe County Fairgrounds.  While we were there, we received 2 certificates for a free month of karate.  Chris and I have always talked about karate for Elianna but didn't know where the best place to go was.  Since we got this free month, we decided to give it a try.  Normally Z Ultimate doesn't take kiddos younger than 4 but the Sensei (karate teacher) said she would do the free month and then assess at the end.  Elianna did a great job and since November has continued on with lessons.

She has a white belt and recently received her first black stripe on her belt.  She is doing a fantastic job!  She knows all of her 8 blocks, knows all her punches and kicks, and is working on her blocks in a half-moon stance.  Her Sensei is also working with her on not being overly shy with people, focus, coordination and respect.  There are so many other things that Elianna is learning from karate and we are so grateful she is able to take the lessons.  Right now she is just in private / semi-private lessons (sometime another little boy joins her) but will soon move into a group class also.  Her Sensei is so great with her!  Very firm but also very encouraging.  Plus Sensei has Elianna do alot of running around to help get out some of her energy!  Yay!!!

Waiting to receive her black stripe

Sensei has them kneel in front of the flag with their eyes closed