Sweet Pete's Martial Arts Academy

Last week’s virtual online class was a success. Thanks to all the students that participated. Classes continue again this week so hope to see you digitally there!!

Last week’s virtual online class was a success. Thanks to all the students that participated. Classes continue again this week so hope to see you digitally there!!

Amazing job by these ladies....let me know if any others want in on this empowering experience!

A great group of Ladies today at the Women’s Self Defense Class. Thank you all for coming out!

Hello Friends and Family! Silayan Filipina is proud to present our Karilagan Youth Leadership Program for 2018. Karilagan is Filipino for "Magnificence - to be... the best that you can be." This FREE program is designed to inspire and empower young women between the ages of 15-19 to become the best versions of themselves, while learning from dynamic leaders in the community...our Karilagan Coaches. (Recent high school graduates are highly encouraged to participate) We will host a few fun and exciting workshops during the summer months where youth leaders can gain valuable information for personal and professional growth and realize their full potential to make a difference. They will receive a Certificate of Completion, community service hours for their participation, and be recognized at our Fall event as Sampaguita members of Silayan Filipina. If you know any young women age 15-19 (or someone else who does) who would like to participate in our Karilagan Program, please contact Michelle Ella-Blake, then invite them and their parents to attend our Karilagan launch and 1st Coaching session with our Silayan sister, "America's Favorite Dermatologist," Dr. Tess Mauricio. Date: Sunday, July 1st Time: 2:00pm Location: M Beauty Life Center 9888 Carroll Centre Road, Suite 228 San Diego, CA 92126 Please contact Michelle Ella-Blake, Director of Programs, at (858) 519-4650 or email [email protected] if you are able to attend Sunday's Launch and/or for more information. See flyer for July's Coaching Sessions. August's workshops to follow... We are Silayan Strong!

Most of our students are aware that the studio is undergoing some renovations. Construction has started today. Please pardon our dust while the school is under construction. Classes will continue as scheduled. Dressing rooms will not be available for a few weeks so please come dressed in your uniform. You can put on your belt at the school. A portable restroom will be available and you can obtain the code from an instructor. Though the studio will be smaller, we are looking forward to the completion of this project and brand new rooms. Thank you!

Best thing about being part of Sweet Pete's Martial Arts Academy is watching these kids learn to socialize, train in the Arts, have fun and grow up together. They both started classes around the same time when they were just 3 years old. The kids may go to different schools or move to other communities but this is one place they have in common and they get to see each other again, have fun, train together and hopefully be lifelong friends. And if they ever move far away, they're always welcome back. We're a family here. Once family, always family!!

Sweet Pete's Little Ninjas testing today. They could be out hunting for Easter eggs but instead they're here hunting for greatness in the martial arts. Wishing everyone a blessed Easter! Congrats to all that tested and thank you to the parents and families for your support!!

Alarming statistic shared by child psychologist, Mike LaMonte today at the anti-bullying class. "Since the election, bullying has increased 67%. This is just the reported incidents." In addition, Sgt. Al Ambito explains that "1 out 4 teens have been bullied." Parents get involved, and make sure your kids are informed!... Special thanks to the Silayan Filipino Organization for putting this together with SPMAA.

62 students testing today! Good luck everyone!