December’s Classes Cancelled
Given the holiday season and the pressures that school and other
seasonal commitments are putting on everyone,
I have decided to cancel classes for December.
We will resume in early January.
For those of you who have been training throughout
November, you should have more than enough material
to keep you occupied until we resume training again.
Thank you for your understanding.
If you would like to discuss anything, we can dialogue
on the site.
Best Regards,
Troy Marquis, B.A., A.Sc.
Sifu
Tai Mar Kung Fu Self-Defense
Montreal, Quebec
Canada
Welcome to New Subscribers and General News
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
I would like to welcome our new subscribers to TheSelfDefenseCoach site. Thanks for signing up.
To all our friends and students,
Please feel free to comment or ask questions about previous training posts or comments. Just because a post is a bit older does not mean we cannot return to the topic for a deeper discussion.
Moving on to other subjects…
Location
The self defense courses in Montreal are going well, but I am looking for a new and more central locations. Many people have expressed a desire to participate in the self-defense classes but the distance of the training location is a factor. I recognize this, and in fact I knew that it would be an issue - but rest assured that it is only for the short term so I encourage those who were hesitating to come out to train to hesitate no longer.
There is something precious in making the extra effort to travel a bit to attend self-defense courses. Ironically, it has an added value component that reinforces commitment and dedication. In any event, the public transit system in Montreal is very efficient and classes have been times to coincide with bus schedules.
To that end, if anyone knows of a dance studio or other similar location that would be interested hosting Tai-Mar Kung Fu, I would appreciate you letting me know. Nevertheless, the classes will continue and are progressing very well.
Video
I have taken a few short video clips and will upload them in the near future. Actually, the climate of secrecy I have grown up with in the martial arts is what is really causing me to delay uploading the clips. However, the ice is slowly melting and they will be up shortly.
Class Summaries
As you can see, I am a few class summaries behind. I will get them updated in the immediate future, but as any university student will tell you - busy, busy, busy…
Other Projects
In mid-December I plan to introduce some literature on specific self-defense topics so this would be the time to send me your wish list. With some advance notice, I might be able to upload some video on suggested topics. What comes first and foremost to mind is to write some gender specific self-defense course material (i.e. Women’s self-defense / women’s martial arts training).
I had started a martial philosophy pamphlet and I hope to return to it in the near future.
Finally, I am testing out some health supplements - protein supplements with a company called Nutrig. I know the vendor and trust his ethics. I cannot stress enough how maintaining a proper diet is important to your self-defense training. Martial arts does not require a special diet, but it does require you to pay attention to your diet as well as your overall physical well-being. Self-defense is more than just fighting. I will keep you updated as to how I find Nutrig’s products. At least Nutrig can be bought online - which makes my life much easier.
Well that is it. Please spread the word about our classes and even though we are looking for a new, more central location, please come out and train. Being there in the beginning adds nostalgia to your long martial arts training career. My self-defense classes / courses are safe, effective and fun. Work hard, have fun.
Best Regards,
Troy Marquis, B.A., A Sc.
Sifu
Tai-Mar Kung Fu Self-Defense/Autodefense
Montreal, Quebec
Canada
Montreal Self-Defense Class Schedule For This Weekend
Montreal, Canada
Just a reminder that there will be classes on Saturday, 18 October, 2008, but there will NOT be classes on Sunday the 19th of October.
Next weekend, the 25 and 26th classes will resume according to schedule.
Best Regards,
Troy Marquis, BA, A Sc.
Sifu
Tai-Mar Kung Fu Self-Defense/Autodefense
Montreal, Quebec
Canada
NEW KUNG FU SELF-DEFENSE / AUTODEFENSE CLASSES IN MONTREAL
Dear Friends and Former Students,
Recently, I entered into a discussion with an authorized representative from local high school in an effort to secure the use of their gym for our training sessions. I am elated to report that we will have the use of the gym and as such, training can begin.
My reason for wanting to use a gym is primarily centered around its utility insofar as space is concerned; also that it is a steady location that will always be available and I can offer segregated sessions for beginner and advanced beginner students.
LOCATION
Ecole JMC
5919 Henri Bourassa ouest
Ville Saint Laurent, Qc
H4R 1B7, Canada
Metro: Cote Vertu, then take the 215 bus for about 10 mins. The bus stops right at the school.
Driving: 15 North to Marcel-Lauren; Marcel-Lauren to Henri-Bourassa (turn left);
continue for 1 minute and the school will be on the right - parking available in the lot or on the side street just after the school.
It is not as central as downtown, but it is well worth the extra 20 minutes travel time.
The new course schedule will be as follows:
STARTING THIS SATURDAY 11 OCTOBER 2008
Saturday
9:30 to 10:30 - advanced beginners
10:30 to 12:00 - beginners
Sunday
9:30 to 11:00 - beginners
11:15 to 12:15 - advanced beginners
Beginners may attend beginners’ classes;
Advanced beginners may attend any classes.
COURSE FEES:
FOR OCTOBER ONLY
The course fee will be $40.
We missed one weekend in October and there will be no classes on the 19th.
REGULAR COURSE FEES
Course fees remain $60.
However, advanced beginner who only want to attend the advanced beginners session may pay $40 (For October $25).
** NEW **
In the past, I required students to pre-register and I limited the number of
spots available. I did this because of the limited space and the difficulty of
integrating new students into an ongoing course.
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
There is no pre-registration required.
New students may join the class at any time.
- PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD -
Forward this information to anyone who might be interested.
Announce the commencement of the 2008-2009 season at any gatherings.
Tell your friends.
All are welcome.
I look forward to training with you again.
Best Regards,
Troy Marquis, BA, A Sc.
Sifu
Tai-Mar Kung Fu Self-Defense/ Autodefense
Montreal, Quebec
Travel Links:
215 Bus:
MapQuest
Saturday Summary Class - 30 Aug 2008
Dear Students,
Only two students have indicated an interest in having a Saturday Summary Class thus far.
Therefore, I will not be holding the class - unless there is a desire by the majority of the
class to have the summary lesson.
To be fair, if I receive confirmation emails from other students that bring the total
interested to at least two thirds of the class I will hold the session.
Those interested should communicate their interest to me by email - directly - before
5 p.m. today (I need to plan my weekend).
Thanks for your understanding.
Sifu Troy Marquis, BA, Sifu
Tai-Mar Kung Fu Self-Defense - Autodefesne
Montreal, Quebec, Canada