Tag Archives: Karate

Karate taught by a qualified Christian Instructor brings Positive Leverage to Life!

Posted on February 10, 2025 by timothygrantcarter

Why Karate is a part of my Ministry at Sawyersville Wesleyan Church. Karate taught by a qualified Christian Instructor brings Positive Leverage to Life! I am often asked why would a Christian who is committed to love and peace teach … Continue reading →

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May 2023 FrostProof BIG Bass trip

Posted on May 30, 2023 by timothygrantcarter

   My young karate champ, Justin Fields and I planned a combined karate – fishing trip. We drove from Thomasville, NC to Estill, SC.    The next morning, we drove to Jacksonville. We reunited with one of my first karate … Continue reading →

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Fighting for me, for my Father & for my Heavenly Father!

Posted on December 23, 2022 by timothygrantcarter

At Christmas, I think about my parents & sister, who have gone before. Their love & example is the chief reason, I have achieved anything in my life. I am deeply grateful. One of the chief storylines in my life … Continue reading →

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Gratitude To an Unknown Karate Mentor

Posted on December 10, 2022 by timothygrantcarter

Small things are often Big Things. I dedicate these thoughts to karate mentor:1- that I am deeply indebted to ,2- whom made a tremendous contribution to my martial arts foundation,3- whom is already gone from this life & whose name … Continue reading →

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If you struggle with weight, like I do!

Posted on May 22, 2022 by timothygrantcarter

I have really struggled with weight & related health issues. But I argued to myself that I’m a big strong guy & being overweight was OK. Bull! A mini stroke (TIA) 6 years ago got my attention & inspired the … Continue reading →

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Craig Ellis Daves / ShoDan-Ho / Rock-N-Roll

Posted on December 22, 2021 by timothygrantcarter

5 years ago a new student entered my dojo along with his wife and his two daughters. He said he had high goals. I didn’t exactly encourage him. In fact, I made it sound difficult if not impossible to get … Continue reading →

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The story of Skywalker continues!

Posted on December 2, 2021 by timothygrantcarter

7 – 8 years ago, I began to teach Karate, to a young boy, who was a little awkward & had a posture problem. But he worked hard and had a good attitude. So, I expected good things. Through the … Continue reading →

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Things that make Car-Kai-Ryu distinctive

Posted on August 4, 2021 by timothygrantcarter

Things that make Car Kai-ryu distinctive AA. Key Three Affiliations Christ is Our center       Glen Kaizer co-founder of Car-Kai-Ryu       Affiliation with Dillingham S.of M.A.         1. Deeply replenishing breathing technique. Unique training … Continue reading →

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My Karate Origins

Posted on October 11, 2020 by timothygrantcarter

I remember many years ago, when I decided to really apply myself in the martial Arts, that it was incredibly tough and I wondered if I would ever be any good. After 2 or 3 American freestyle instructors, I came … Continue reading →

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Go get em, Tiger! A tribute to a fine karate student, Justin Fields!

Posted on September 19, 2020 by timothygrantcarter

It’s a truly rewarding thing when Hope’s you had for your life, start to take shape and fall into place. Today, I observed a karate student that I have worked with for nearly seven years perform extraordinary Feats of skill … Continue reading →

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