A reminder on our snow policy:
If Avon Grove School District is closed or dismissed early due to inclement weather, then the gym will be closed.
One or two hour delays will not affect our regular afternoon/evening classes unless a judgment call is needed.
Since AGSD is closed today (Thursday, January 27th, 2011), there will be no classes held tonight
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Friday, January 21, 2011
Remembering Eli Matthews -- UPDATED (DONATIONS BEING TAKEN)
Yesterday we received the sad and unfortunate news that Eli Matthews (age 10) passed away after a courageous battle with Leukemia.
Eli was a friend of the gym and the inspiration behind all of our "Kick-A-Thons" to raise money for cancer research. He was an honorary member of our gym and Instructor Bill Hammond was proud to support his part in Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
Eli's life and passing reminds us how lucky we are to have our health and the people around us. It also reminds us to make the most out of our training and lives.
Our thoughts are with Eli and his family.
Eli Matthews
11/27/2000 - 1/20/2011
American Cancer Society
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
An account titled Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation has been established.
All donations can be mailed to:
National Penn Bank
2196 Baltimore Pike
Oxford, PA 19363
Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation
Or donations can be made to the Eli Matthews Cancer Fund to assist the family with remaining medical expenses, using the same address as above.
Eli was a friend of the gym and the inspiration behind all of our "Kick-A-Thons" to raise money for cancer research. He was an honorary member of our gym and Instructor Bill Hammond was proud to support his part in Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
Eli's life and passing reminds us how lucky we are to have our health and the people around us. It also reminds us to make the most out of our training and lives.
Our thoughts are with Eli and his family.
Eli Matthews
11/27/2000 - 1/20/2011
American Cancer Society
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
An account titled Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation has been established.
All donations can be mailed to:
National Penn Bank
2196 Baltimore Pike
Oxford, PA 19363
Eli Seth Matthews Leukemia Foundation
Or donations can be made to the Eli Matthews Cancer Fund to assist the family with remaining medical expenses, using the same address as above.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
"Big" Kid's Night Out
The gym will be holding a special kid's night out this month, aimed towards older children!
Since some of the games and activities may be somewhat challenging and/or complicated for our younger students, participants must be at least 9 years old.
If your child is not at least 9 years old, but would still like to participate they must be a higher ranking student who is approved by instructors.
Non-DG students are also welcome to attend!
There will be limited enrollment, so sign up ASAP. Forms are due by Tuesday, January 25th.
DETAILS:
Sign Up Deadline: Tuesday, January 25th
"Big" Kids Night Out: Saturday, January 29th
Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Where: 314 E. Baltimore Pike, West Grove, PA
Cost: $25/child
Costs go towards:
Games
Activities
Pizza Party
Movie
Snacks & Drinks
Board Breaking For Each Child
For more information contact one of our instructors.
Since some of the games and activities may be somewhat challenging and/or complicated for our younger students, participants must be at least 9 years old.
If your child is not at least 9 years old, but would still like to participate they must be a higher ranking student who is approved by instructors.
Non-DG students are also welcome to attend!
There will be limited enrollment, so sign up ASAP. Forms are due by Tuesday, January 25th.
DETAILS:
Sign Up Deadline: Tuesday, January 25th
"Big" Kids Night Out: Saturday, January 29th
Time: 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Where: 314 E. Baltimore Pike, West Grove, PA
Cost: $25/child
Costs go towards:
Games
Activities
Pizza Party
Movie
Snacks & Drinks
Board Breaking For Each Child
For more information contact one of our instructors.
Monday, January 17, 2011
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
On this day honoring Martin Luther King, Jr., remember the lessons of the past to become a better person/martial artist.
In one of the meanings of Moosa (being a martial artist), we tell our students to build your knowledge about what is right and wrong. We also stress to be courageous in the fight for what is right, even if it may not be popular.
Martin Luther King, Jr. fought for civil rights in this country, even though it was more common/popular to segregate and discriminate against people of different races.
As martial artists and citizens, it's important to stay courageous in what we believe is right. For some of our adult students, this may be learning more about our communities and finding ways to volunteer for different causes.
For kids, this may be standing up to teasing and bullying. Maybe some of you feel it's okay to look the other way because "he or she is a little weird or different". However, remember to stand up for others rights and safety, since you would want others to stand up for you too. Maybe you won't be popular for doing so, but a clean conscience is better than popularity
Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
In one of the meanings of Moosa (being a martial artist), we tell our students to build your knowledge about what is right and wrong. We also stress to be courageous in the fight for what is right, even if it may not be popular.
Martin Luther King, Jr. fought for civil rights in this country, even though it was more common/popular to segregate and discriminate against people of different races.
As martial artists and citizens, it's important to stay courageous in what we believe is right. For some of our adult students, this may be learning more about our communities and finding ways to volunteer for different causes.
For kids, this may be standing up to teasing and bullying. Maybe some of you feel it's okay to look the other way because "he or she is a little weird or different". However, remember to stand up for others rights and safety, since you would want others to stand up for you too. Maybe you won't be popular for doing so, but a clean conscience is better than popularity
Happy Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Saturday Class
Just a quick note to all our adult students:
Instructor Marty WILL be holding a Saturday class (Jan 15th) at 8:00am
Have fun!
Instructor Marty WILL be holding a Saturday class (Jan 15th) at 8:00am
Have fun!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Two Hour Delay
At the time of this posting, Avon Grove School District will be delayed by at least two hours.
With that said, adult morning classes will not run as scheduled.
Stay warm!
With that said, adult morning classes will not run as scheduled.
Stay warm!
Friday, January 7, 2011
Black Belt Test Highlights
From everyone at the Dragon Gym of West Grove, Happy New Year!
Students: Remember to make new goals this year. The more specific the goal, the better. Examples might be higher kicks, stronger punches, more push ups or running, etc.
Congratulations to Phillip Leatherbury who received his black belt just before the holidays. Due to illness and a scheduling problem, Phillip was unable to attend the November test, but worked hard and completed a very difficult one-on-one test with Instructor Hammond!
Students: Remember to make new goals this year. The more specific the goal, the better. Examples might be higher kicks, stronger punches, more push ups or running, etc.
Congratulations to Phillip Leatherbury who received his black belt just before the holidays. Due to illness and a scheduling problem, Phillip was unable to attend the November test, but worked hard and completed a very difficult one-on-one test with Instructor Hammond!
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