1. I've been training since June of 00, so about four and a half years.
2. Hamilton is home.
3. I started training because i felt that i needed to develop some discipline in my life: mental, physical, emotional.
I also wanted to develop an intense understand of my body, how it worked, and to become more aware of movement that I took for granted. Physical health was of great importance to me as well, as I did not lead a very physically healthy life before my training. Of course, i wanted to be a part of the mystique and mystery of the Art as well.
4. there are so many reasons that training at Academy Of Kempo Martial Arts has become an integral and necessary part of my life. Having to choose just one, I'd say it´s the people, the atmosphere that appeals to me the most. It´'a place where all the layers and masks can come off, and I can just be me. I found another family at the studio, one that supports me when i need it, criticizes me when i need it (always in a constructive way), leaves me to my own training when i need it. The positive energy that is always present in the studios is one that heals, comforts, and encourages challenging who and what i am to become better. Always pushing me to do better, to be better, whether it be with a technique, emotional control, the ability to disregard stress, or anything else that I am working on. To make this long winded answer come to an end, it´sthe absolute support of the family i have found at Academy Of Kempo Martial Arts that keeps me there, and will keep me there forever.
Mr. Banaszak (Stef)
