Charles Water Karate

Our theme for 2021 is Wherever you are be there! Here we take the time to go through life in the moment realizing that whatever task we are involved in we totally immerse ourselves in that project. School? Wherever you are be there! Work? Wherever you are be there. Dinner table? Wherever you are be there. Your children need your attention? Wherever you are be there. Karate class? Wherever you are be there! If you are consistent in your training you are developin...g a life success habit. If you give effort in every one of your classes you are developing a life success habit. If you commit to practice at home and turning in your schedule on the 15th you are developing a life success habit. If you make and take your private lessons you are developing a life success habit. Our Black Belt Mind Set states: If you improve yourself in one area of your life you are only a decision away from that improvement impacting other areas of your life. What if you are consistent with your commitments. What if you exploded out of your comfort zone. What if you furthered your education not now but for the rest of your life? You know the answer. You can’t always control the chaos of life. However you can control your reaction. So who knows what 2021 holds? All I know is that we made it through 2020 stronger and more resilient than ever before. If we make smart choices and stand strong with our values and convictions we become unstoppable. Happy New Year! #CharlesWaterKarate #LongIslandNewYork #HappyNewYear

Andrew found someone that could use his old karate gear! Bonus: New sparring partner #CharlesWaterKarate #Karate #WillistonPark

Happy New Year! #HappyNewYear #WillistonPark #LongIslandNewYork

As we approach the end of 2020, I’d like to reflect on the year ahead... Be sure to stick around to the end for a special message.

The road to self-discovery requires help from others.

Quarterly assignment (teenager) Hello Master Water, I hope all is well. Our application for this upcoming Quarterly was supposed to answer the question of how our training has helped us throughout these past nine months. Here’s my opinion:... These last few months obviously haven’t been easy on anyone, but training at the studio has definitely helped me keep it together. Karate has given me the ability to break down stressful situations into small parts. It’s helped me take things one step at a time and keep myself in the moment focusing on the task at hand. This has helped me do well in school while some of my classmates struggle with time management. I have also been given the courage to do what is right even when others aren’t. With all these new guidelines, it’s definitely a challenge to keep up, but I have been very consistent with it. One more thing karate has given me is the mindset of finishing what I start. I often find myself up late some nights doing homework and studying after a long day at track practice or karate, because I know that I made a comment to follow through with what I signed up for. Overall, karate has bestowed unto me these and so many other virtues that some of my other friends don’t have which have made me a better person, and for that I will always be grateful.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

Fun has no age limit #CharlesWaterKarate #LongIslandNY #Fun

If you’re looking for an activity for your child or maybe a last minute gift idea, give the gift of Karate. They will have a ton of fun, and you’ll have peace of mind knowing they’re developing life skills that will benefit them for the rest of their life. Call (516) 742-1770 or visit http://charleswaterkarate.com/charles-water-karate-special. to get this offer. We have an awesome martial arts class waiting for you! #CharlesWaterKarate #HolidayGift #NassauCounty

When Chuck calls...you answer #FunFriday

What else during winter? Turkey chili. Yum. What's your "go to" winter meal? #WillistonPark #comfortfood #longislandny #longislandfood

To those that have been celebrating, Happy Hanukkah!

Thank you so much Piccoli family! "Hi Charles Water Karate Team, I just wanted to take a moment to say THANKS TO YOU for all that you've done to keep the studio going through this all - and giving the kids some consistency and much needed interaction and exercise through these times as well. I know you continue to rightfully so acknowledge the kids, but you too should be acknowledged for adjusting and keeping it going. The Presentation Ceremony was terrific - glad we wer...e able to be there in person. It's nice to see everyone progress in their own way and achieve the next higher belt. The Black Belt Mindset is a good thing. Happy Holiday season - Happy Hanukkah & Merry Christmas to you all! - The Piccoli's" If you are looking for an activity for your child that will keep them active, engaged, and connected with others during social distancing we are offering a $ ! We offer multiple training options to help keep your child active and safe whether in-person or from home. To grab this 2 Week trial gives us a call (516) 742-1770 or visit http://charleswaterkarate.com/ #WillistonPark #NassauCounty #KidsActivity

We call this Flying Anthony! #BlackBeltMindset

Teen energy Improving those skills! #CharlesWaterKarate #WillistonPark #teens #karate

Masters training #CharlesWaterKarate #MartialArts #BagWork #HealthyLife

Morning stretch - Positive power affirmations to start your day off on the right foot. Just say no to frustration and say yes to the creativity of life. Let it flow. Clear your channels. Todays color is orange. Color brightness empowers the connection to your source within while redirecting your biochemistry. ... #Togetherwegotthis #everyday4health #balance #nourishourspirit #healourconsciousness

Here's to an amazing December full of positive thoughts.

Loving the outdoors! #CharlesWaterKarate #KarateKids #FreshAir #LifeSkills

Prioritizing your health is one of the best things you can do for yourself, and your family. How do you make time for your wellness? #Wellness #WillistonPark #LongIsland

Though Thanksgiving is a bit different this year, we hope you have a wonderful day celebrating and giving Thanks! We are so grateful for all our wonderful students, parents and the amazing community we are apart of. #HappyThanksgiving #Grateful #CharlesWaterKarate

Trust your intuition.

This is from one of our 9 year old blk/brown belts. Thanks Marcelo for sharing! #futureleader #startthemyoung #charleswaterkarate #longislandnewyork

Happy Birthday Sir! You have helped shape so many lives over the years and you're an inspiration to many. Grateful to know you! Here’s to another wonderful year around the sun. Help us wish Master Charles Water a spectacular birthday! If you have a picture, or fun memory to share we would love to see them. #CharlesWaterKarate #WillistonPark #happybirthday

Have a wonderful Sunday. #CharlesWaterKarate #WillistonPark #Sunday

The journey begins. Welcome future Black Belt! #WillistonPark #CharlesWaterKarate

"Don't practice until you get it right. Practice until you can't get it wrong." Practicing short staff, Black Belt testing curriculum

2020! What good has come this year for you? #MindfulMonday2020! What good has come this year for you? #MindfulMonday

World Kindness Day is a global day that promotes the importance of being kind to each other, to yourself, and to the world. Here are 5 ways to spread kindness. A single act of kindness can make a big impact. #WorldKindnessDay #CharlesWaterKarate #BeKind #RandomActsofKindness #WillistonPark #NewYork #LongIsland

To all those who have served, and those who continue to serve Happy Veterans Day! Thank you for your sacrifice, your bravery, and the example you set for us all. Thank you for your service! #veteransday #thankyouvets #november11th

Friendly reminder.

Clean floors...the safety of our students and staff is of the utmost importance. #charleswaterkarate #willistonpark #safetyfirst #clean #martialarts #karateschool

Parenting hack, because sometimes you just need a quick nap! #FunFriday #parentinghack #protip #newyork

And the young shall lead. #girlpower #futureleaders #charleswaterkarate #willistonpark

Jumping for Joy! Happy November

Wishing you a spooktacular Halloween!

Can you name 1? #FunFriday #Halloween #willistonpark

Kyo Sa Roberts...thirst for learning...thirst for improving...an amazing role model for our students and family’s. #willistonpark #futureleaders #longisland #bethechange

What's your spooky name?

We are so grateful to be a part of such an amazing community! We are all smiles #willistonpark #willistonparkny #martialarts

It is with forever gratitude that I give a shout out to all our Black Belt parents. Parents, you deserve an amazing pat on the back. You are getting inundated with emails, links, and useful as well as useless information. You are asked to handle new life models and new school models including the karate studio. I am sending virtual hugs to you You are seen. You are appreciated. We are grateful for you, always!

We asked our TNT members why they love teaching... I love teaching because I genuinely enjoy watching kids grow and learn. I think that each child is special in their own way and if I can help them see that then I know I’m doing something good. Sometimes kids just need someone constant in their life who’s going to push them to be the best person possible and I want to be that person for them as my teachers were for me. Lastly teaching gives me a purpose, I can wake up everyday confidently knowing that maybe today I will change someone’s life and that’s all I need to know.

Happiest of Birthdays Master Quintano! We appreciate all that you do and all that you are.

#FlashbackFriday from 2017. Looking back and looking forward.

Friendships can have a major impact on your health and well-being, which is why it's so important to surround yourself with the right friends. What are 3 qualities of a great friend? #thoughtfulthursday

Why didn't the skeleton participate in class? Because he had no to spar with! #willistonpark #longislandnewyork #halloweenfunny

Desire is the key to motivation, but its determination and commitment to an unrelenting pursuit of your goal - a commitment to excellence - that will enable you to attain the success you seek. M. Andretti. Have an amazing day!

I think we've all experienced that "look" at some point. #FunFriday #CharlesWaterKarate

Asking your kids better questions helps you have more meaningful conversations. Try this next time you are at the dinner table or hanging out as a family and see what happens! . . . #karate #charleswaterkarate #parentingtip #longislandnewyork

Lets give our new, future Black Belts a warm welcome to the CWK Family! #karate #willistonpark #futureblackbelt

Have an amazing day!

A quote from my dear friend Hanshi Dave Kovar. #longislandnewyork #martialarts

#FlashbackFriday 2 years ago Bob got his 1st instructor patch! Time flies when you're having fun and helping change lives. Thank you Sir for all that you do!

September Quarterly Assignment: How Can I Make This the Best School Year Ever? We have unprecedented challenges which give our kids the opportunity for unprecedented gains. Here is one of our students responses to the assignment:... Hi Master Water, Here is my paragraph on how I’m going to have the best school year ever: I’m going to have the best school year by not procrastinating. In the past school years I’ve had, have always procrastinated, for example if I had a project due in 3 weeks I would think that would be a very long time and I wouldn’t do it till the last minute. This would stress me out a lot! To stop procrastinating, I will write a to do list/ my goals, of what I need to get done on that day, before the deadline and get rid of any distractions I have.

Have a great Monday!

People are awesome indeed! Which part was your favorite? #funfriday

Congrats! Karate goals achieved Persevering despite all the obstacles this year has brought us. Constant training leads to success! #proud #karate #success #charleswaterkarate #martialarts #blackbeltmindset #discipline #karategoals #focus

Black Belt Mindset, embrace the challenge. This is where we grow. This is where we become the best version of ourselves. How will you stick your neck out and move this week?

Belts are essential Happy Friday!

Your Journey Begins! #karate #willistonpark

Where is your focus?

Start your day off on the right foot with positive power affirmations. Consciousness takes the fog of life and channels it into awareness. #Togetherwegotthis #everyday4health #balance #nourishourspirit #healourconsciousness

September 11 impressed upon us that life is a precious gift. Every life has a purpose. And I think we all have a duty to devote at least a small portion of our daily lives to ensuring that neither America nor the world ever forgets September 11. Bill Frist

This school year will look and feel different, but the foundations for a successful school year are the same: Focus, Respect, Discipline. What our students have done the past few months on karate Zoom has been nothing short of spectacular! I am confident that you will be able to use these increased skills in order to have the best school year ever! #willistonpark #school2020 #bestschoolyearever

Find something you love to do, and you’ll never have to work a day in your life. Harvey Mackay Happy Labor Day from Charles Water Karate

Hanging at the beach. What are your plans for the long weekend?