Attention students & families:
After months of difficult introspection, SMS Martial Ars has decided to close our dojang permanently, with the exception of private lessons. This was not an easy decision, but we have decided with the continued uncertainty of the health and fitness industry during COVID, it was the best choice for our family.
Since 2012, SMS Martial Arts has been my life - a labor of love. Looking back at our humble beginning, we began as a martial arts class being taught in the basement of the Minnehaha church by me and my two children, Semir and Medina. Eventually, we became a full-fledged dojang on Division. At one point, we were teaching over two dozen classes a week between our main location, three YMCA’s, and a handful of local schools. As a result, over 1000 students had a chance to learn martial arts.
I am proud of what was accomplished. The dojangs success was because of you all and I never lost the sense of humble gratitude at what was achieved through your hard work. When our program demanded a 110% effort, many of you gave 200%, and I always tried to do the same for you as your instructor. It was inspiring to witness the transformation of so many students, and I am so thankful for all the years of sweat, tears, and laughter.
I have been part of the Spokane martial arts community for over 20 years, and I know better than most the incredible efforts that have been made in building a martial arts community here. But, the last year has been extremely difficult on all of us. It is a sad day today, though I hope we can all smile when we think of our martial arts memories. So here is a final thank you to the students, families, and friends. We were blessed to be a part of such a great community. I look forward to doing what I can to be part of future progress in martial arts here in Spokane.
Thank you,
Sabumnim
After months of difficult introspection, SMS Martial Ars has decided to close our dojang permanently, with the exception of private lessons. This was not an easy decision, but we have decided with the continued uncertainty of the health and fitness industry during COVID, it was the best choice for our family.
Since 2012, SMS Martial Arts has been my life - a labor of love. Looking back at our humble beginning, we began as a martial arts class being taught in the basement of the Minnehaha church by me and my two children, Semir and Medina. Eventually, we became a full-fledged dojang on Division. At one point, we were teaching over two dozen classes a week between our main location, three YMCA’s, and a handful of local schools. As a result, over 1000 students had a chance to learn martial arts.
I am proud of what was accomplished. The dojangs success was because of you all and I never lost the sense of humble gratitude at what was achieved through your hard work. When our program demanded a 110% effort, many of you gave 200%, and I always tried to do the same for you as your instructor. It was inspiring to witness the transformation of so many students, and I am so thankful for all the years of sweat, tears, and laughter.
I have been part of the Spokane martial arts community for over 20 years, and I know better than most the incredible efforts that have been made in building a martial arts community here. But, the last year has been extremely difficult on all of us. It is a sad day today, though I hope we can all smile when we think of our martial arts memories. So here is a final thank you to the students, families, and friends. We were blessed to be a part of such a great community. I look forward to doing what I can to be part of future progress in martial arts here in Spokane.
Thank you,
Sabumnim
