Mr.Chretien,
I think that what you do for these
kids is great. My son Jordan Silva loves being a part of Spring
Martial Arts. Since he joined in January he has so much more self
respect and he is so much more patient. He is also getting
into real good shape. You and your instructors are great and
I
hope my son sticks with it for a lifetime.
Thanks,
Stephanie
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Dear Sir,
I
encountered SMA for the first time at the PCMA clinic in
Jacksonville
,
Alabama
last July.
Every member of the group from SMA had shining personal
qualities. I encountered
patience, courage, thoughtfulness, helpfulness and an eagerness
to share as I moved from area to area at the clinic. In the
katas I witnessed incredible grace, discipline and focus.
Thank
you for being my first lesson in kung-fu. Your presence there
has given me the goal of continuing this study in the future.
Very
respectfully,
Allen Green
(judoka, sankyu)
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Dear Mr. Chretien,
Over the past 9 years, you have been an
extremely important, and excellent, influence upon my son's, Jacob
and Steven Arenstein's lives. Mine as well.
You have helped me and my boys over a lot of
obstacles in our lives by being there when it counted. You have
helped them learn self respect, self discipline, and self esteem, as
well as respect for others.
Both boys have grown up with the knowledge
that they can do anything or be anything they want to be when they
are older. I have you to thank for what you have done for me and my
boys, and are still doing for us even now. You and your school are
the best things that have ever happened in our lives.
It is because of your teachings and your time
and patience, that both Jacob and Steven, and even myself, have
become what we are today.
Thank you!
Nancy E. Kust
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I just wanted to
tell you how impressed I was with your classes. My son is Gilbert
Bates and he just started classes and is over weight and has very
low self esteem. Within two classes, he has learned that respect
goes both ways. Last night he was talking about bowing to the
instructors, but it really made him feel good that they respected
him enough to bow to him.
He is very
excited about going and I just wanted to let you know I think you
and your instructors are doing a great job for these kids.
Thanks Again
Gloria Bates
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Mr. Chretien,
I wanted to write my testimonial when I got my 1st Degree Adult
Black Belt. That is why I have not written one until now. Now that I
have earned my 1st Degree Adult Black Belt want to say that I think
you are one of the best martial arts teachers around. You have
taught me how to defend myself and for that I thank you. I still
have a lot to learn in Kung Fu, and that is why I must stick with
it. It has become part of my life. I don't know what I would do
without it. My journey as an Adult Black Belt has just begun, and I
have a long journey ahead of me. My journey will not end until I
die.
-Steven
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My boys have been studying Kung Fu with Mr.
Chretien for the last 9 years. He has made a tremendous impact on
their lives, as well as our whole family. He expects each student
to put forth only their best. He has an excellent way of
instructing, which results in a fabulous group of martial artists.
The training and respect my boys have learned at
Spring Martial Arts have filtered into all aspects of their school
and home lives. Mr. Chretien even takes an interest in his
student's personal lives outside of Kung Fu. Mr. Chretien has been
such a positive influence for so many people.
-Karen Hutchens
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On the "Not
This Time" Program
The
class was great. It gave me a sense of confidence. I have been practicing
the moves we learned every night. I am looking forward to phase 2
of the program. I really appreciate the extra effort you made with
me. I was telling my husband when I got home that evening, even though
I knew I was not in real danger during the practice drills, I would
have a sense of deja-vue, and it would start to feel real, my heart
was beating so fast. There was actual fear in my chest. The class
gave me a chance to confront my fear of being attacked again. Your
staff that was at the class was very helpful and encouraging. I look
forward to future interactions with you and the staff at SMA. Once
again, thanks so much for your
help.
-Sarah
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Spring Martial
Arts is one of finest schools in the country. Fine martial arts
instruction by a fine martial artist. Sifu Chretien has a wonderful
set of requirements and tempers his requirements with good common
sense self defense training. If anyone is attempting to prepare
for tournament competition, to get in shape or to make their mind
stronger, go to Spring Martial Arts and get started.
-Professor Larry G. Brooks
Hachidan
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Dear Mr. Chretien, I would like to thank you
for teaching me kung-fu. I believe that the way you teach is very
good considering that you listen to questions fully and always explain
in detail exactly what we are learning. For this I thank you.
Your Student,
-Jimmy Martin
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One thing I
have noticed is the dedication of the students at Spring Martial
Arts. They ALL want to get active and do things. They want to come
to class everyday, they want to learn, and they all want to improve.
This shows during tournaments, and any place I have seen any of
the students. They are some of the most well behaved, and they act
very maturely for their age. It is a great atmosphere for the kids.
-Tim Reardon IV
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Chuck, I would
like to take this time to thank you for giving me the privilege to study kung fu under your teaching. The knowledge you bestow upon
me and the other students is very clear and precise with excellent
explanations. I have often heard that a person can be a wealth of
knowledge and it is my opinion that you are the richest man alive
when it comes to kung fu in all of it's facets. Thank you again
with all of my heart,
-Linda Ellen
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Once again, I would
like to thank everyone that is involved with our facility. Whether
you are a student, kickboxer,
a supporting parent or one of our black belt or kickboxing instructors,
my thanks go out to you for your continual support at SMA. I believe
we have one of the best trained group of instructors. They are excellent
at what they do and they genuinely want to see the students/members
excel and exceed their goals.
I'm asking as
a favor for anyone that is affiliated with Spring Martial Arts to
take a few moments and write down favorable comments (hopefully
you will have some) in the form of a testimonial. Nothing long or
formal. Just if there is something you'd care to say about SMA,
it would be nice to hear and share it. Eventually I hope to gather enough
to make a separate testimonials page. You can either give it to me in hardcopy
or email it to: chuck@springmartialarts.com.
Thanks,
Sifu Chretien
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