As messages of hate and violence seep into every part of our daily consciousness, the violence prevention work that Thousand Waves does goes from important to imperative. From the introductory workshops for the public to the weekly self defense physical skills classes for training members, to the Meditations on Activism series and our Little Kicks program introducing 4 and 5 years olds to karate, Thousand Waves is working to reduce and prevent violence in the world every day. 

This year I will teach in 3 12-hour Self Defense Intensive classes and at least 3 individual Self Defense workshops at Thousand Waves. I will also submit for certification as an Empowement Self Defense instructor through the National Women's Martial Arts Federation. 

As I prepare for my 10th Spirit Challenge at Thousand Waves, I look back on an amazing journey and look forward to many more years training and teaching in this remarkable community. This journey has been one of physical and emotional struggle. My training at Thousand Waves continues to help me direct the violence in myself to contructive ends. It teaches me self control and centering. It helps me engage with the physical challenges of this imperfect and aging body as well as the mental and emotional challenges of my scattered mind and busy life. 

Please join us in the incredibly important work. Make a contribution. Attend a self defense workshop. Join us for a meditations on activism program. Try out our HIIT It  Fitness program. Take s trial class. Stand up an speak up when you see and hear injustice in the world. 

Thanks for reading and thanks for your continued support!!