Your Mount Laurel Martial Artist, Peter Liciaga, Teaches Elite Leadership

I am blessed to be an education activist and martial arts professional educator. Although it can be extremely challenging, the rewards are worth every bit of the hard work.
In order to have the maximum impact on my students, families, community and it's leaders today, I always remember that, first and foremost, I am a martial artist. I strive to be the person that my students think I am.

Next, I remember that I am an education activist and a teacher and I know that our (the martial arts' professional) product IS the classroom. When I step on the "mat", whether I'm in the dojo or in the world, I am there to teach andserve.

Yesterday (2/11/12), I was given the honor to teach an Elite Leadership Training class at Dinoto Karate Center in Mount Laurel NJ. The level of commitment with the participants is high and everyone was there to absorb the lesson of the session and participate at a master level.

I want to thank everyone for their input and help in making this training session an exciting and rewarding experience for me. Getting up earlier and knowing that I will be hanging out with committed, like-minded and highly-motivated martial artist is what I live for! So thank you for your time and energy!

Thank you to those of you that contributed some great feedback. Mr. Altschuler for sharing how important it is to share your successes without being a "bragger". Ms. Gebremedhin, Mr. Gebremedhin, Mr. Sotland, Mr. Webb for stepping up and doing a great job projecting as they read, and contributed thoughts, on the lessons materials. A special thank you to Ms. Alexanderfor sharing her insight and wisdom from her professional and life experiences. All of you are truly a great asset to Dinoto Karate Center.

Here is a quick recap of what was discussed. Please review materials and familiarize yourself with the content (the "meat" of the concepts, ideas and success mindset) and assimilate them into who you are.

Dedicated, Motivated, with the Energy for Excellence!

We discussed Master Elite Leadeship Module #3 - Educate, Motivate, Demonstrate.

Masters Elite Leadership Training - Session Three from Peter Liciaga.

One of the primary purposes that our organization has held true to form since the very beginning is the constant desire to better educate, motivate and demonstrate the values and benefits of leading life as a Black Belt Champion and becoming a successful achiever in life.
Since our humble beginnings in 1975, we have always done our best to raise the standards of the Martial Arts and to develop our instructors to be positive and powerful Models of Excellence.
Martial Arts begins and ends with RESPECT. By treating others in a FRIENDLY and COURTEOUS manner, we set the tone for great long-term relationships that will ultimately bring out the best in everyone.

We also reviewed Power #3: The Power of Positive Progress from Kyoshi Steve LaVallee's 12 Powers of a Successful Sensei.



In preparation for our next Elite Leadership Training Session, see the guide below.

1. Go to our Dream 100 site at www.theDream100.com (must be an approved member of this site)
2. Go to the Staff Training tab on main menu.
3. Click Master Elite Leadership on drop down menu under Staff Training.
4. Print the worksheet Lesson 4 - Integrity and fill in the "blanks" as you watch / listen the 9-minute video/audio. Print the Worksheet HERE | Access the Video HERE
5. After completing worksheet, go to the Staff Training tab and click on Lavalle's 12 Powers
6. Watch Video, Power #4: The Power of Preparation form Kyoshi Lavalle's 12 Powers of a Successful Sensei

If you are interested joining Elite Leadership Training, please feel free to email me at pliciaga@gmail.com or call 856-235-0414.

Remember, Live Well and Be Dedicated and Motivated with the Energy for Excellence!

Master Liciaga

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This blog is part of Peter Liciaga's effort to promote Dinoto Karate Center (http://www.MountLaurelMartialArts.com) and the Ultimate Black Belt Test Program ( http://www.ultimateblackbelttest.com), which is an undertaking of The 100. (http://www.the100.us/), and a part of Peter Liciaga's Dream 100 Project.

Mount Laurel Martial Artist, Peter Liciaga, meeting with the "Instructor's Instructor"

Peter Liciaga, Mount Laurel martial artist and 4th degree master from Dinoto Karate Center met with Kyoshi Dave Kovar in Edison NJ for a ProMac seminar (Professional Martial Arts College).

Kyoshi Dave Kovar has been teaching Martial Arts professionally since 1978. Kyoshi Dave is a multi-style Black Belt (10 black belts! see video below) who has been committed to ever-improving his Martial Arts skills. His passion and dedication to helping instructors become the best teachers they can be is unparalleled in the martial arts industry. Kyoshi provides tips and insights to martial arts instructors around the world through workshops, bootcamps and seminars. To learn more about Kyoshi Dave, visit his blog HERE.

(Kyoshi Dave Kovar's 7th Degree Belt Test)

Master Liciaga and Kyoshi Kovar discussed effective instructor training strategies and principles, nutrition and the role of the martial arts master, and serving our communities through our martial arts instruction.

"Kyoshi Dave is a great friend and a great mentor. I appreciate the work he is doing and look forward to sharing everything that I learn from Kyoshi with all my students," said Master Liciaga.

Here is a quick video chat with Master Liciaga and Kyoshi Kovar:

This blog is part of Peter Liciaga's effort to promote the Ultimate Black Belt Test Program ( http://www.ultimateblackbelttest.com), which is an undertaking of The 100. (http://www.the100.us/), and a part of Peter Liciaga's Dream 100 Project.

Toolbox for Better Parenting Seminar in Mount Laurel

Mount Laurel martial artist and education activist, Peter Liciaga, will be conducting the first Toolbox for Better Parenting Seminar at Dinoto Karate Center in Mount Laurel on Saturday, June 4th, 2011 at 2pm.

The objective of the Toolbox for Better Parenting Seminar is to get parents more involved. This is a perfect opportunity for parents to see some of the tools that your Mount Laurel martial arts school use that are instrumental to the success of your child.

All parents with children that are 4-years old and older are invited. There is no cost for this seminar. When parents come in, we give a little workout, so they can experience what their children experience in a martial arts class. This gives the parent a lot of appreciation and respect for what their child will do in a karate class.

Then we will go over great tools for parenting from the book, "A Dad's Toolbox for Better Parenting" by Dave Kovar. These tools are applicable to anyone who are interested in the development children -- parents, grandparents, guardians and educators.

The first seven families that sign up will recieve a free copy of Dave Kovar's book, "A Dad's Toolbox for Better Parenting."

You must register for this event. To register go here.