Karate Blogs
Karate Belts Ranking System Explained
Karate, with its origins in Okinawa, Japan, is one of the most widely practiced martial arts in the world today. An integral part of karate training is the ranking system denoted by different colored karate belts. But what do the different colored belts represent and...
Unearned Belt Promotions in Karate
In the world of martial arts, a black belt signifies years of intense training, discipline, and mastery of techniques. But with the rise of "McDojos" and profit-driven schools, the coveted black belt rank is being handed out far too easily. This phenomenon dilutes the...
Why People Quit Karate? Here Are Reasons Why People Quit
Why People Quit Karate Karate is one of the most popular martial arts globally, with an estimated 100 million practitioners worldwide. However, many karateka (karate practitioners) who begin training end up quitting the martial art after a period of time. There are a...
Is Karate Good Exercise? The Physical Benefits of Karate Martial Arts
Karate is a great martial art with many benefits for your health and well-being. Read on to learn why you should consider taking karate classes. Karate is one of the most popular martial arts in the world. As a comprehensive martial art, karate can provide you with...
Back to School with Karate: How Martial Arts Can Help Kids Transition
Going back to school can be an exciting yet challenging time for kids. The new school year brings many transitions that can cause anxiety. However, parents can help their child thrive both in school and at home by enrolling them in karate classes. Martial arts...
The Many Benefits of Martial Arts for Kids
If you’re searching for a way to spice up your child’s life and see them flourish, look no further than martial arts, specifically Traditional Japenese Karate. These activities have been shown to have numerous benefits for kids of all ages. From building confidence...
Sensei Dan Lachance Promoted To 4th Dan Black Belt
We are happy to announce the promotion of Sensei Dan Lachance to 4th dan Black Belt. He has been committed to Karate for over 30 years and to Kanreikai since 2004. His leadership skills at the Danbury dojo cannot be understated, he has always led by example and that...
Zen Planner, our new management tool
We are pleased to announce that we are using Zen Planner as our karate school management software. This platform facilitates our communications, class and events scheduling, memberships and rankings management. Moreover, all our students will be invited to download...
Here are the highlights of our new website!
We are proud to present our new Kanreikai Karate of Connecticut website. In addition to our Facebook page, our website offers some features that will facilitate our communications and simplify your life. Here's what's new: A modern and refined look that facilitates...