CANADIAN OPEN WIN

A trip to Gatineau, Quebec proved to be a successful one for the martial artists of RMA Karate Centres.   The Barrie athletes participated in the Canadian Open martial arts tournament competing among martial artists from across Canada and the United States.   The event had them putting their training to the test and all fared well. 

Purple belt Shamus Berube had the opportunity to test his traditional sword form for the first time in competition at the event and he wowed the crowd winning first place in the division.  He further went on to win first place in traditional kata and second in point fighting.   

Purple belt Ella Zenon came back to the ring after a three year hiatus from competition winning fourth in the weapons division and fifth in traditional kata.

Green belt Jaxon Jones gave a strong performance among the more seasoned competitors in his division finishing as a finalist in both the traditional kata and sparring divisions.

Junior black belt Sale Berube finished second in creative weapons, second in point fighting, fourth in musical weapons and was a finalist in the traditional kata and traditional weapons division.

First degree black belt Tara Graham has demonstrated that hard work pays off and continues to improve with every competition.  Competing among several world champions, Graham left her mark winning fourth place in traditional weapons and finalist in traditional kata.

Second degree black belt Tara Krale pushed her own limit trying the continuous fighting division.  A new experience for her she gave everything she had leaving her with a third place win in the 35 years plus division.  She also  went on to win first place in musical weapons and was a finalist in the traditional kata, traditional weapons and point sparring divisions.

RMA instructor Tressa Young spent the day of competition supporting her students being ring side to coach them through their divisions.  Not competing is an unusual factor for the multiple world champion but she wanted to  be there in a supportive role giving her students her full attention.  After much persuasion from other judges, competitors and event organizers, and with only five minutes of preparation for the division to begin, the third degree black belt borrowed a uniform and belt to compete.  She entered the ring for the Elite Creative division and did so with domination.  The only division she entered at the Canadian Open was left with her mark when she won first place. 

Several RMA students will be headed to the provincial trials on April 18 in hopes of advancing to the national team trials in May.

COURS DE KARATE EN FRANCAIS

Les cours de karaté en Français vont bien et les étudiants se amusent. Tous les niveaux des élèves francophones sont invités à participer .

Notre prochain cours de karaté en Français sera le Mercredi 25 Mars à 18h30.

Learning karate while also learning or practicing French is tons of fun at RMA Karate Centres!  All students who speak beginner to advance French are welcome to take part.

Classes are every other Wednesday at our North Barrie location.  

UP A NEW LEVEL

We would like to wish a big congratulations to the following students who passed and received their new rank.

LITTLE DRAGONS:

White with Orange Stripe : Henry L and Henry W

White with Red Stripe : Logan B and London P

White with Green Stripe : Maia I and Noah L

Half White and Half Yellow: Lotus L

JUNIOR & YOUTH/ADULT:

Yellow Belt : Shaden W, Jacob M, Avery L, Jeff P, Kai I, Kenzie C, Lamine K, Lennon V-G, Max B and Reed S

Orange Belt : Andy R, Chloe M, Hudson P, Jacob R-D, Madden B, Tabitha W, Tristan P and Dylan R

Red Belt : Aidan W, Cian F, Danick L, Emma K, Hannah M and Quinn R

Green Belt : Cara L and Karina B

Blue Belt : Matthew N

Purple Belt: Jacob A and Nicolas B

Brown Belt: Alex H

March Break Camp a Real Kick!

March Break campers at RMA Karate Centres in Barrie had a real kick of a time all week working on their karate moves.  At the end of the week the campers were presented with their new karate belts.

For more information about classes visit www.rmakarate.com

Karate Chops Start March Break Camp

It’s non-stop fun and karate chops at the RMA Karate Centres March Break camp in Barrie.  Children who signed up for the camp learn karate forms, self-defense, extreme tricks and sparring from world karate and kickboxing champion Tressa Young.

The students who signed up for the whole week at camp participate in more than just the average karate chop.  They take extreme martial arts classes which includes acrobatics and weaponry, self-defense classes, defeat-the-bully classes, sparring classes and karate classes all the while working towards earning their karate belt! 

The camp is run by Tressa Young and several other black belts from RMA gives the children a boost in self-esteem, self-confidence and focus all the while having fun playing games, having free time and connecting with other children the same age.  

“The camp is extremely popular and in high demand with parents. That’s why the March Break camp filled up so fast.  The kids love the variety of classes and the parents love everything the camp is about including the kids being active rather than being at home on the couch”, third degree black belt Tressa Young stated.

To learn more about RMA Karate Centres visit www.rmakarate.com .

RMA SUCCESSFUL AT FALLS EVENT

It was a quick trip to the falls for 5 Barrie martial artists as they competed at the SMAC Internationals in Niagara Falls, New York this past weekend (March 6/7).  The five who train out of RMA Karate Centres in Barrie were among hundreds of martial artists from across the USA and Canada competing for top spot.

Third degree black belt and RMA instructor Tressa Young gave a strong performance competing alongside her fellow men and women black belts winning first place in Japanese forms, first place in creative forms, first place in creative weapons, first place in sparring and second place in choreographed musical weapons.

Junior black belt Sale Berube did amazing competing for only her third time as a black belt and at an international event.  The eleven-year-old found herself competing among many seasoned black belt competitors and through a strong performance won first place in creative weapons, first place in Kempo forms and second place in musical weapons.

Intermediate Wushu student Eden McGuire gave a strong performance for her first competition of 2015.  The sixteen-year-old trains in the Chinese martial art of Wushu under the direction of Tressa Young and the SMAC event gave her the opportunity to test her skill resulting in her winning first place in creative forms and finalist in the creative weapons division. 

Purple belt Shamus Berube continues to tweak his form and sparring skill testing his abilities at the Niagara Falls event winning second place in men’s sparring and second place in traditional forms. 

It was the first international event for thirteen-year-old Jacob Allen who took everything in not only giving his best in his own divisions but watching all the other martial artists in attendance.  The blue belt finished the competition winning a finalist position in the traditional forms division.

The five martial artists not only attend their regular weekly training but also commit to additional competition training to help improve their skill and abilities.   The competition team training is run by RMA black belt instructors Tressa Young, Craig Ridout and Linda Young who volunteer their time to provide the students the extra classes at no extra cost.  For more information about RMA Karate Centres visit www.rmakarate.com .

4 Amazing benefits of RMA Kickboxing!

 Free class this Monday March 9th 7pm at 570 Bryne Dr, Barrie. #Barrie #Kickboxing #Fitness

Free Kickboxing Class Lead By World Champion

Getting a great response for your FREE kickboxing class this Monday March 9th 7pm at our South Barrie location (570 Bryne Dr)

After the free class you will be given a rate $15 per month if you wish to continue with no commitment or contract.

If there is enough interest from people we will be adding a daytime class. At the end of the free class on Monday we will be asking anyone interested in a daytime class to let us know so we can set one up.

For more information call 705-796-1994 or email info@rmakarate.com 

TIME TO KICK INTO FITNESS

A successful world champion kickboxer in Barrie is hoping to get more people fighting fit when she holds a free open event.  The RMA Karate Centres south Barrie location is holding a FREE open class this Monday March 9^th where any fitness level 13 years and up can take part in the kickboxing class.  

The event is taking place at the RMA Karate Centres 570 Bryne Drive at 7pm. 

World champion kickboxer Tressa Young said: "I want people to come along and learn what the kickboxing class is all about.  I am a world and national champion in the sport of kickboxing teaching at the two RMA Karate Centres clubs here in Barrie.”   

She added: "There are multiple benefits from doing kickboxing. There is the health, fitness and also the social side of things.   The class is perfect for all fitness levels from beginner to advance.” 

RMA Karate Centres has been running for the past ten years, five of which Tressa Young has been a full time instructor in the kickboxing, fitness, extreme and karate programs. 

Young mentioned the open event is a chance for people to learn more about the sport of kickboxing free of charge.  And all Monday night participants will be receiving a month-by-month special fee of only $15 allowing them to get fit without breaking the bank. 

For more information on the free open event or the club in general, contact Tressa Young at 705-796-1994.  

New Wednesday Karate Classes

We have our new line up of classes for Wednesdays at both dojo locations. Check out our new Wednesday classes! Come on in and try a FREE karate class!

#Barrie #karate

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New Tuesday Classes Added

New classes have been added to both the SOUTH & NORTH dojo locations today. Little Dragons 5pm at the SOUTH dojo and Youth/Adult 4pm at the NORTH dojo. See you all tonight in class!

How to Find the Best March Break Camp in Barrie for Your Child

Finding the Best March Break Camp for Your Child Every year parents scramble to ensure that they find the right March Break camp for their kids.  The right March Break camp is one that your child will enjoy, is convenient for the parent and something that the parent can afford.   Finding this mix might be difficult, but it’s definitely not impossible.  Here are some things that should be at the top of your mind when looking for the best camp.

1. Consider Your Child's Interests:  Keeping in mind that the best camp is one that your child will enjoy, you need to ensure that what you select matches your child’s interests. What activities does your child like or gravitate towards? Your child’s likes, dislikes & limitations should be at the top of your mind when choosing the type of camp your child will attend.

2. Don’t be afraid to try something new: That being said, doing the same thing over and over again is boring. So don’t be afraid to try something new. If your child is in a rut, shake things up a little. Try a new activity or even a new type of camp. Your child will enjoy it and thank you for it.

3. See what camps other parents recommend :  A great way to do research of any kind is the word of mouth approach, so ask around. You should especially ask parents with kids a couple of years older than yours. They’ve had a few more years to research and plan and can give you helpful tips. Find out what camps they recommend and why, as well as their personal experience with the camp. This will help a lot in finding the perfect fit.

4. Be realistic about convenience:  You may find a great camp but if it is inconvenient for you, let it go. You should take into consideration your schedule and the location of the camp. If the camp is more than a 30 minute drive from your house, that long commute may get old very quickly. Also, if you get out of work late and could never pick up your child on time, you’ll be racking up late fees, not to mention inconveniencing the camp staff.

Choosing a March Break camp is very important because the right camp could be the best thing that has happened to your child and the wrong camp could turn the week into a nightmare. So find the perfect fit for your child and for you.

Get March Break Camp Prices & Details by visiting www.RMAkarate.com

Book the individual day or the full week.  Full week includes testing for your child’s karate belt!

Visit www.rmakarate.com or call 705-716-8014

BARRIE DRAGONS WIN AT PROVINCIAL TOURNAMENT

The Barrie Dragons martial arts team were in Burlington (February 28) taking part in the Ontario Provincial Open competing among several other martial artists from across the province.    

The Dragons train out of the RMA Karate Centres in Barrie under the instruction of world champion Tressa Young and national coach Craig Ridout.   Tressa Young, a third degree black belt, is an expert instructor as well as a high qualified, technically focused trainer with a proven competitive and professional background to help develop the Dragon team.

Twenty-year-old Young, an established world champion in kickboxing and karate helps lead the team.  “We take care to devise a competitive training programme that will enable our team members to develop their physical fitness working on boosting strength, stamina, coordination and flexibility.”

Second degree black belt Tara Krale won first place in women’s sparring and fourth  place in traditional weapons.

Junior black Belt Sale Berube won first place in traditional weapons and second place in musical forms.  This was a big mark in Sale Berube’s competitive career winning her first – 1^st place trophy as a black belt.

Brown belt Sam Stubbs won second place in sparring, fourth place in weapons and finalist in forms.

Purple belt Shamus Berube won second place in sparring and second place in forms.

Blue belt Jacob Allen won fourth place in the forms division.    Blue belt Alyson Caron won third place in weapons and was a finalist in both the forms and sparring divisions.

Green belt Jaxon Jones won second place in musical forms and was a finalist in both the forms and sparring divisions.