We will be closed on Wednesday, April 4th through Tuesday, April 10th.
We will re-open on Wednesday April 11th at 5:00pm.
Have a safe spring break and a Happy Easter!
Sensei John Carter
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Welcome to 2012!
Welcome to 2012 and get ready for an exciting, busy and positive year at the academy. With the growth we experienced in 2011, this is sure to be one of our best years yet. We will be adding new classes to the schedule in both Nihon Goshin Aikido and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and we will be rolling out our new testing procedures. Classes will be busy, so don't hesitate to ask questions or to look to our staff assistant instructors for advice and answers. We have a top notch instructor staff to meet the needs of all of our students.
We will be open Monday, January 2nd at 5:00pm. The class schedule is as follows:
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Bullyproof - 5:00pm
Nihon Goshin Aikido Youth - 6:00pm
Nihon Goshin Aikido Adults - 7:00pm
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Combatives - 8:00pm
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Open Mat - 9:00pm
We look forward to a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year!
See you on the mats.
Sensei John Carter
www.cartersacademy.com
www.gracieacademy.com
www.graciekids.com
We will be open Monday, January 2nd at 5:00pm. The class schedule is as follows:
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Bullyproof - 5:00pm
Nihon Goshin Aikido Youth - 6:00pm
Nihon Goshin Aikido Adults - 7:00pm
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Combatives - 8:00pm
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Open Mat - 9:00pm
We look forward to a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year!
See you on the mats.
Sensei John Carter
www.cartersacademy.com
www.gracieacademy.com
www.graciekids.com
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Sensei Carter's 2011 Year End Message - What a Year!
This past year has been one the most positive, prosperous and inspiring years for me both personally and professionally. Of course the birth of our third son this past August has brought happiness and excitement to our home and family. I would not be where I am today without the loving support of my wife and our three boys. Family truly comes first!
I finalized my Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Instructor Certification this year resulting in our academy becoming a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Certified Training Center. It was a lot of work, sacrifice and dedication, but it was well worth it. Additionally, our Nihon Goshin Aikido classes have been well attended and all our self-defense programs were well received and supported by our current and new academy members.
Our after-school programs have done fantastic. We have 4 sites in the Lexington and Irmo area and all are thriving. I want to thank each site coordinator for their support and effort in making these programs so successful. I also was honored to participate in a very important Anti-Bullying Rally in Columbia this year. It was held at a local high school and I was asked to introduce Parents, Teachers, Administrators and Youth of all ages to our vitally important Self-Defense programs. We look forward to working with the event coordinator again in 2012 and many years to come!
Our student body enjoyed great retention and growth in 2011. We reached a record number of students and look forward to even more student growth in 2012. We have worked hard since January 1997 to attract and maintain the best students possible. This is vital in producing an unique, top notch learning environment. I am confident that our student body is one of the best around. I want to thank all my students and senior students for making this possible.
I want to wish everyone and your family a Happy and Prosperous New Year.
See you on the mats in 2012!
Sensei John Carter
I finalized my Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Instructor Certification this year resulting in our academy becoming a Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Certified Training Center. It was a lot of work, sacrifice and dedication, but it was well worth it. Additionally, our Nihon Goshin Aikido classes have been well attended and all our self-defense programs were well received and supported by our current and new academy members.
Our after-school programs have done fantastic. We have 4 sites in the Lexington and Irmo area and all are thriving. I want to thank each site coordinator for their support and effort in making these programs so successful. I also was honored to participate in a very important Anti-Bullying Rally in Columbia this year. It was held at a local high school and I was asked to introduce Parents, Teachers, Administrators and Youth of all ages to our vitally important Self-Defense programs. We look forward to working with the event coordinator again in 2012 and many years to come!
Our student body enjoyed great retention and growth in 2011. We reached a record number of students and look forward to even more student growth in 2012. We have worked hard since January 1997 to attract and maintain the best students possible. This is vital in producing an unique, top notch learning environment. I am confident that our student body is one of the best around. I want to thank all my students and senior students for making this possible.
I want to wish everyone and your family a Happy and Prosperous New Year.
See you on the mats in 2012!
Sensei John Carter
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Academy Closings
We will be closed Monday, December 19th through Sunday, January 1st. We will hold an Open Mat from 7:00pm to 9:00pm on Wednesday, December 21st and Wednesday, December 28th for Academy Students. Remember, Wednesday nights are "Bring a Friend" night, so feel free to bring someone with you.
Have a safe and Happy Holiday Season!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Sensei Carter
Have a safe and Happy Holiday Season!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Sensei Carter
Sunday, December 4, 2011
New Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Youth Class Time
New Gracie Jiu-Jitsu Class for Youth ages 8 to 12 on Saturday mornings 9:00am to 10:00am. Please take a moment and read the class description below.
GRACIE BULLYPROOF
"Every day 160,000 children miss school out of fear or intimidation of a bully."
-National Education Association
Jr. Grappler's (Ages 8 to 12)
Since bullying is most prevalent in this age group, we teach the children in the Jr. Grappler's class the techniques they must know in order to defend themselves if attacked. The best part about the techniques is that they are all non-violent control tactics designed to minimize injury to the bully if used during a real fight. What makes the GRACIE BULLYPROOF program unique is that we develop your child's character as well as their confidence. During each class, we dedicate a few minutes to discussing a featured character trait and the simple things your child can do to make it part of their everyday lives.
We also offer classes every Monday and Wednesday at 5:00! Please stop by for a tour of our academy or a free class trial.
Sensei John Carter
www.cartersacademy.com
www.graciekids.com
803.546.6079
senseicarter@gmail.com
GRACIE BULLYPROOF
"Every day 160,000 children miss school out of fear or intimidation of a bully."
-National Education Association
Jr. Grappler's (Ages 8 to 12)
Since bullying is most prevalent in this age group, we teach the children in the Jr. Grappler's class the techniques they must know in order to defend themselves if attacked. The best part about the techniques is that they are all non-violent control tactics designed to minimize injury to the bully if used during a real fight. What makes the GRACIE BULLYPROOF program unique is that we develop your child's character as well as their confidence. During each class, we dedicate a few minutes to discussing a featured character trait and the simple things your child can do to make it part of their everyday lives.
We also offer classes every Monday and Wednesday at 5:00! Please stop by for a tour of our academy or a free class trial.
Sensei John Carter
www.cartersacademy.com
www.graciekids.com
803.546.6079
senseicarter@gmail.com
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Anti-Bullying Rally
Benjamin and I taught 50 to 60 people today at an Anti-Bullying Rally. We taught very simple verbal and physical self-defense techniques that could literally save your life. Our group consisted of Elementary - Middle - High School Youth, Teachers, Parents and Administrators. We had a great group and look forward to attending next year's event. The highlight of the day was when a threw a 310 pound football player off of me with zero event. It got everyone's undivided attention. I had a room full of believer's after that! It was a great event. It is an important topic.
Sensei John Carter
senseicarter@gmail.com803.546.6079
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Thanksgiving Closings
We will be closed Wednesday November, 23rd through Saturday, November 26th. Please enjoy and have a safe Thanksgiving Weekend. We will resume our normal Nihon Goshin Aikido and Gracie Jiu-Jitsu classes on Monday, November 28th.
Thank you.
Sensei John Carter
Thank you.
Sensei John Carter
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