Fair week

Douglas County Fair is August 3-7. We will have a booth there again. Last year it was a blast. We met tons of people interested in getting involved in martial arts and others that have already been practicing martial arts. We had great conversations with a lot of really cool people. We also had memorable conversations with some odd characters. Anyway, we are putting together a list of volunteers to help out that week with the booth as well as helping take care of the dojo during the hours I will not be there. If you wish to help out, let Olga know so that she can put you an the list and fit you into a shift.

Sensei Keith

hot weather and hydration

Hot weather is upon us and will be for the rest of the summer. We are in the process of installing the A/C unit in the main mat room, but it will be a few more days until it is complete.

We are trying to keep the cooler stocked with cold water and G2 Gatorade to help keep everyone cool. We are also allowing more water breaks than usual. Be aware, you should hydrate yourself throughout the day before coming in for your classes. By the time you are feeling dehydrated in class, it is too late. On hot days, you should drink 16-24 oz of water 2 hours before practice, 8-16 oz 10 minutes before practice, and 8 oz every 15-20 minutes during practice.

If you are dehydrated during practice and start to feel light headed or dizzy, be sure to let the instructor know and stop your practice.

Also, we please ask that you throw away empty bottles at the end of your practice and if you bring your own bottle with you, take it with you when you leave.