Blog

The truth is that the way dojos operated before COVID is no longer sustainable. That’s not unique to us — it’s true across education, sports

To say a kid can’t earn a black belt is to admit that you care more about belts than skill. That’s the truth right there. And I’m not cal

Karate kept close to the heart never really cools

We don’t train because a fight is coming. Most of us never did. We train for purpose. For growth. For belonging. Martial arts are always t

As 2025 comes to a close, Northern Karate Markham is looking ahead with renewed focus. This past year was about resetting — moving beyond th

Karate wasn’t meant to be one thing.

I’ve shown up to places where nobody greeted me. I mean literally nobody. You’d walk inside, stand there awkwardly.

The belt around your waist says nothing about the journey you took to earn it.”

Martial artists don’t make friends — we forge them in sweat, laughter, and impact. A dojo isn’t a building. It’s the people inside

Most of what we do in life serves no practical purpose. And that’s exactly why it matters.

A lot of kids experience bullying not because of their personality, their interests, or anything they did wrong —

Does it really matter who’s standing at the front? Or is it more important that someone is — willing to give what they know, to anyone who w

Discipline isn’t stillness — it’s choice. The dojo isn’t about control; it’s about growth, connection, and walking the Way at full speed.

Northern Karate has always adapted. We’re not the weird martial artists anymore — we’re the standard. And we’re just getting started

Passive aggression isn’t strength — it’s fear. In karate and in life, we face conflict honestly, with respect and clarity. That’s what real

Leadership isn’t about followers — it’s about walking your path long enough for others to find it. Keep walking. The right people will join

I love science, technology, and engineering—but math kills me. STEM builds knowledge; karate builds balance. Both matter. Here’s why