Sensei Kyra Arnold
11 columns for The Brighton Buzz since 2016.
About Sensei Kyra
Sensei Kyra Arnold is a 3rd degree black belt and Head Instructor at Colorado Karate Club’s Westminster dojo and leads the Character Development Program. Sensei Kyra began training under Sensei Willy in 2008.
Head Instructor and Program Director at the Westminster location. Began training under Sensei Willy in early 2008, started assisting in Pre-Karate in 2011, and competed in Kata and Kumite from 2011 to 2015. Earned Shodan rank and the Sensei title in 2016. Teaches Pre-Karate, Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced classes at both locations, leads the Character Development Program, mentors future instructors, and develops curriculum.
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The Best Job I Ever Had
A karate instructor on why she loves her job: the kids' small victories, a parent's thank-you, and a former tiny student now training beside her.
Discipline, Confidence, Tools to Succeed!
What goals do you have for your child this school year? Karate can build self-discipline, respect, focus, and the confidence to stand up to bullies.
Karate: Not Just Another Activity
Choosing a back-to-school activity? Look for one that builds life skills. Parents tell us karate grows confidence, focus, discipline, and respect.
Summertime! Keeping Kids Active
“But Mom, there's nothing to do outside!” Simple, fun ideas to pull kids away from screens this summer and get them active and imagining again.
The Best Teacher I Ever Had
Told at eight she'd never be more than average, she chose to turn criticism into fuel. You can let criticism define you, or rise above it.
Taking the Time to Be Kind
A stranger paying for coffee in the drive-thru inspired a day of random kindness around Brighton. Do one kind thing today and see how it feels.
Quitting Is Not an Option
Why do we quit when the going gets tough? Picture yourself at the finish line instead, and believe in the potential others already see in you.
Take the Time, Live It, Love It, Share It
A former ballerina rediscovers her passion through karate, and asks: have you found what lights a fire in you? Live it, love it, and share it.
Managing Stress
Everyone deals with stress. We can't control every stressor, but we can control how we react. Five simple, healthy ways to manage stress.