Coach Decker’s Mat Monkeys in Mesa, AZ

In the sprawling city of Mesa, Arizona, amidst the arid landscapes and vibrant community, one figure stands out in the realm of martial arts instruction for children: Coach Decker. Renowned for his exceptional teaching style and the popularity of his Mat Monkeys classes, Coach Decker has carved an indelible mark in the hearts of young ...

By |2023-11-27T19:01:40-07:00September 22, 2023|Discipline, Family martial arts, Martial Arts for Kids|

The Santa Clause Dilemma

Our younger students are very excited about this time of year, and I’ve already heard several of them mention that “Santa Claus is coming”.  That always makes me smile.  I recognize this can be a sticky topic and each family has their own way of addressing it.  At some point most parents in this country ...

By |2022-01-05T22:15:46-07:00December 1, 2021|Family martial arts|

Halloween Safety Tips for 2021

https://youtu.be/g9fu3uReKIw Fall is one of my favorite times of the year and Halloween is a big reason why. I’ve really grown to enjoy our country’s “Trick-or-Treat” tradition. We usually try to celebrate it by making it special for the kids. Last year’s Halloween was a let down after especially looking forward to it. It ...

By |2021-10-21T14:43:55-07:00October 21, 2021|Family martial arts, Health and Hygiene|

The first Black-belts and the Importance of the Judogi

https://youtu.be/ulpIHyQimGo Judo’s founder, Jigoro Kano, forever changed the world of Martial Arts when he awarded the first “Black belts” over a hundred and thirty years ago. Sensei Kano awarded two of his students, Shiro Saigo and Tomita Tsunejiro, with black belts in 1883, simply to recognize and mark that they were no longer beginner ...

By |2021-09-01T14:39:33-07:00September 1, 2021|Family martial arts|

Guiding Judo Principles Lead the Way to Healthy Living

Are you looking for a family fitness program that is challenging, rewarding, and stimulates both mind and body?  This is a rare combination, but with the Coach Decker program, you will gain confidence, learn the best forms to prevent injury and defend yourself, learn guiding judo principles, as well as how to be more mindful ...

By |2022-01-05T05:06:47-07:00March 21, 2018|Family martial arts|
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