MeLisa Strongheart posted a blog post
This week's theme is centered around dragons.  Dragon Breathing is what we are calling this particular challenge, which is a mindfulness and meditation practice.  Mindfulness, is a big part of our training in martial arts. And during stressful…
Mar 15, 2021
MeLisa Strongheart posted a blog post
About the Author:
MeLisa Turcott Strongheart is a Master Instructor and owner at Mercer Island Martial Arts.  She is a 7th Dan Master Instructor.  She also holds a Master’s Degree in Psychology, Mental Health Counseling.   She brings these two areas…
Sep 15, 2020
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Sep 14, 2020
MeLisa Strongheart posted a blog post
Dear Mercer Island Martial Arts Students and Parents,
 
Students are loving our online and pre-scheduled private or small “pod” semi-private lessons in person! 
 
Our on-line classes are engaging, fun, provide much a needed social/emotional learning…
Sep 1, 2020
MeLisa Strongheart posted a blog post
Our current theme for our classes is focused on Compassion -- The practice of Compassion.  Compassion in our actions, our thoughts, our communication, towards ourselves, each other, and the community.  Compassion and its relatives of respect,…
Feb 27, 2020