Mar 8, 2018 | Latest News
Today is International Women’s Day, “a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.” I’ve been blessed with strong women throughout my life, starting with my mother and my grandmother. My...
Feb 26, 2018 | Latest News
Here’s my quick and easy strategy for long-term success, in the martial arts and in life. Part One: Take one more class, then quit tomorrow. Part Two: Do this every day you have class. Decide to take one more class, then quit tomorrow. Think about this for a...
Feb 23, 2018 | Latest News
20 years ago, today, I taught my first martial arts class in Longmont, Colorado. I had been in the state for about 4 months by the time I could find a facility I could teach out of. Back then, the commercial real estate market in Longmont was much tighter, with far...
Feb 20, 2018 | Latest News
My daughter has been having nightmares. In the early mornings, she crawls into our bed, half-awake and afraid, seeking parental comfort to allay her fears. She wants to stop her bad dreams, so when she calmed down after a particularly frightening nightmare she asked...
Feb 19, 2018 | Latest News
Today SMAA is Closed in honor of Presidents’ Day. An overlooked component of a successful life is regular rest and recovery, codified by our annual holidays. Enjoy your day off. Classes resume Tuesday February 20th, 2018.
Feb 15, 2018 | Latest News
27 years ago, Dr. Karla met a woman named Mara during her study abroad program in Sweden. Yesterday that connection paid off for our children (and us too). Mara happened to be in Denver this weekend for the American Library Association Convention, and she invited our...
