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The Big Squeeze pt 2

Hey Victory Family...

Well here is part 2 of "The Big Squeeze"

Question 2

Something that is still a mystery to me:

It's a mystery to me that I have to fight every minute of every
day to stay positive. It seems as if my mind is never neutral,
it's negative and I have to make an effort to think on those
things that are great, noble and peaceable.

It seems that their is this invisible pull toward the negative
and I must constantly guard my mind and not let the weeds
of negative thoughts invade the garden of my mind.

In the spirit of transperency, I hope that you will also share
what is still a mystery to you.

Instructors please get involved in this conversation or else
it's 50 tounge push ups and 100 lashes with a wet noodle! = )

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New Year Equipment Sale!

Save 20% Off your entire purchase from now until January 2nd!

Use Coupon code: thankyou before checking out.

The Big Squeeze Part 1

Well 2009 is right around the corner.

I can hardly believe this year is almost over,
it seems to have flown buy so quickly.

I've discovered that with every year that passes
the span of the year's time seems shorter.

Anyway, evey year I share a excersie with my staff
called the "Big Squeeze".

I was introduced to The Big Squeeze by one of my mentors
back in 2005 and it has helped me to become more clear
and repriortize at the end of the year.

Over the next couple of days I will share with you a question that is
on the Big Squeeze and ask you to participate in the conversation
by leaving your answers so that others may read and learn from you.

At the end of the day, we will have been transparent with one another
and shared our victories and defeats over the last year in order to grow
and develop for the new year. Please do not neglect tis excersie in
thoughtful reflection and I thank you in advance for your participation.

Big Squeeze Question #1:

Here is something I handeled well:

In 2008, I handled  the move of the Oak Park academy to it's new home
in Forest Park while at the same time changing locations of our Orland Park
Academy, all within 2 weeks of each other. This was a massive project and
I was o blesses to have the support of my family as well as my staff and students
that helped to take on the workload.

The negotation of both properties were LONG and very tedious.

There were many traps that we could have fallen into but thanks to my
Business mentors and my mediator Anthony Buoniconti we got both Academies the
RIGHT Deal.

Please take a moment now to comment and share your story of what you handeled well.

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New Year Equipment Sale!

Save 20% Off your entire purchase from now until January 2nd!

Use Coupon code: thankyou before checking out.

Victory's Finest Christmas Choir

Victory Martial Arts Finest Christmas Choir
The Italian Tenor  Antonio Buoniconti, Todd Martin, and Miss Magaly.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!
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M e r r y C h r i s t m a s

Whew it's cold!

Hello wonderful Victory Family.

The Riccardo's would like to wish you a Merry Christmas filled with
Love and Joy with family and friends.

Please keep an eye on your inbox over the next 14 days I have a lot of cool things
I want to share with you in order to help you reach your goals in 09.

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Special BONUS for Victory Adult Members

This Saturday- Dec 27th at 8:45 am we will
be holding a special class for our adult students.

It's called the "Hot Seat class", this is where for 1 hour and a
half you get to drill your instructors with questions about your
training and then they will give you specifics on drills you can do
right there on the spot.

Tommy Wolst will be at the Orland Park Academy and Anthony Buoniconti will
be at Forest Park.

You will also be free to use the space in an open gym format as well
to get a work out in!

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Watch this little Video from the Staff Christmas party...

Vitamins For The Mind And More....

Hey Victory Family,

Master Riccardo here.
I have an interesting post this week that I think you will enjoy.
More on that in a minute...here is some Victory Info you should know.

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Christmas Break

Academy will be closed for the from Monday Dec 22nd till Jan 2nd with
classes resuming on Saturday Jan 3rd as regularly scheduled.
(watch your inbox over the next 2 weeks for some suprise announcments
and special bonuses!)
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VIP Gift Certificates

You have most likley received a few VIP Gift Certificates in class.
You can give these out to anyone that you believe would benefit from
training at Victory. Because, you are a Victory Student we will give your
guest the "VIP" treatment.

But, I have to be upfront with you. Jan is our busiest
month and we are already almost maxed out at both schools as far as enrollment is concerend.
So, if you know someone that really wants to do something positive to start the year right.
Give them the certificate and tell them to call the number on it right away! Spots will go fast.
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Last Chance To Get Gifts...

Still a little time left to purchase gifts from our online pro shop!

Yes there is a litle time left to get your order in in time for Christmas
Don't Delay!

(Note From Mr.Calderone...You can still get 20% off by using the coupon code thankyou untill Saturday night at 11:59 pm SHHHH! if the boss finds out he will tap me out! It's our little secret.)

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Vitamins For the Mind

"Happiness depends more on the inward disposition of mind
than on outward circumstances."
-- Benjamin Franklin
 
While celebrations are intended to honor life’s more momentous occasions, much of real life tends to happen during the in-between times. While moving from one moment in time to the next is seldom considered a significant occurrence, it is during those in-between times that we are most in tune with life’s most profound, albeit simple joys. Between birth and death, triumph and sorrow, beginnings and endings, we enjoy innumerable experiences that often happen unnoticed. These times are just as worthy of celebration.

The in-between times are seldom about landmark moments. How you choose to celebrate them or which moments you choose to celebrate is up to you. You may want to celebrate the simple facts that you are alive and that every day is a chance to spend time with the people you care about or do the work that you love. Then again, when you look at the good that exists in your life, many reasons for celebrating the in-between times may become clear: a cup of your favorite tea, a beautiful sunrise, a good book, and the smell of fresh air can be reasons for celebration.

Celebrating the in-between times can be as easy as paying special attention to them when they do happen, rather than taking them for granted. It’s your focus of attention that can turn an in-between time into a celebration. You can also pay homage to the in-between times by slowing down and allowing yourself time to look around and allow your heart and mind to take in all of your life’s wonders. Far too often, we can let those simple moments of awe pass us by. The in-between times are when life happens to us between the pauses that we take to honor our milestones occasions. Without the in-between times, there would be no big moments to celebrate.

Enjoy your time with family this Christmas season and keep
your eyes peeled on your inbox for some suprise announcments
and special bonuses!

In your corner,

DR

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Are You Still Looking For a Christmas Gift?

Why not give the gift of Martial Arts equipment?
Here is a  list of great holiday Gifts...

For adults I would suggest a Thai Boxing hanging bag but, you will need about 10 square feet of room to make that work and something to hang it from. They do make heavy bag stands also but they are a bit pricey. An Alternative for home training is the Standing Bag.

For Children, hands down I would do a wave master. Dina and I have one in the house for Molly for kids 4-7 I would suggest a Kid Kick Freestanding bag and for our older future black belts (7-12 years old) I would do a Wavemaster. In both of these freestanding bags as well as with the adult free standing bag you on ly need about 5 sq feet to make this work.

I am also a big fan of the old strecth machine I think if used it will get you doing the splits in a hurry and can easily be set up in front of the TV.

IF you know me you know that I am a big fan of GOAL SETTING. I like the belt displays to give inspiration on what to look strive for next.

These are just some of the cool things to get or receive to fuel the passion for martial arts training. You can click on any of the links and it will take you directly to the product or just click th banner below to browse.

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Dynamic Ab Workout

Hello Victory Family!

Just wanted to inform you of that progress check will be next week Wed, Thur, or Sat.

Please mark down in your calendar that BOTH Academies WILL BE CLOSED starting Monday December 22ND to Friday Jan ND.  BOTH Academies will RE-OPEN on Saturday Jan 3RD.  MERRY CHRISTMAS!!

Competition Team Tryouts will be in February. Watch for further details!

Congratulations to our New Black Belts:

Adult Students:
Instructor Luke Morris

Jr. Students:
James Bascunan-Simone
Gaby Bascunan-Simone
D'Angelo Williams
Diane barrios-Smith
Kainin Blissett

Out next years Black Belt test are set for April or August.  If you are a Red/Black belt, please see your instructor for a recommendation of which month you will be ready.  Requirements will be given out once recommendations have been certified.

Develop stronger punches, Stronger kicks, stronger body with this video below.

DYNAMIC AB WORKOUT

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November Progress Check Pictures

Hi Victory Family,

I hope everyone enjoyed a great Thanksgiving break!!

Here are the pictures of last week's progress check!

         

Have a great week everyone and as always, feel free to drop your comments!

Mr. Calderone