The bureaucrats finally backed down and recognized our schools as essential businesses. This victory belongs to every one of you who refused to let them destroy our communities and livelihoods. Stay sharp though because we have to make sure they actually follow through on this promise.
January 2, 2021
Final supporters
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The purpose of this petition is to improve access to martial arts schools and gyms by categorizing them as essential businesses.
Due to the onset of COVID-19, many such facilities have been shut down or have had their operations heavily restricted. We believe martial arts schools are an ideal solution as they provide physical and mental health benefits, as well as improved confidence to a nation that is in desperate need.
Studies prove that even moderate exercise has a significantly positive impact on patients that contract COVID-19. Active muscles produce chemicals that improve immune functioning and decrease inflammation. These are the main causes of lung damage that occurs from coronavirus infections.
In addition to the positive physical effects martial arts training has on individuals, the mental benefits could be even greater.
According to a CDC report from August, the number of individuals who reported at least one adverse mental health or addiction related struggle has doubled since the onset of the virus. A major factor is the social isolation people are experiencing since the mandated quarantine.
Martial arts fosters personal connections and supports the need for community that is essential to one’s mental health. Joining a martial arts community isn’t helpful, it’s essential.
Finally, martial arts training gives people the security and confidence to protect themselves in a non-violent manner. Given the current environment over the past few months in particular, individuals are growing even more concerned for their own safety.
Martial arts training provides a responsible, non-aggressive outlet for people to build confidence through methods that avoid violence. Now is the time to teach our communities to avoid conflict in a healthy and effective way.
We ask for your support to improve access to martial arts schools and gyms by categorizing them as essential businesses. These facilities offer solutions by improving physical health, fostering community connections, and encouraging non-violent conflict resolution.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter!
Disclaimer: We are not collecting any donations for this cause and your email will not be shared for any solicitations.
Updates
December 6, 2020
We just hit one thousand signatures and the bureaucrats in charge are finally starting to feel the heat. Stop pretending our schools are nonessential while you ignore the mental and physical health crisis you created.
Reached 1,000 supporters
December 4, 2020
Reached 100 supporters
October 21, 2020
239 Comments
I’ve been in the martial arts industry for over 2 decades and not only have those who I’ve taught benefited mentally and physically but so have I. This pandemic and lockdown has massively restricted the benefits martial arts offer and should be made an essential choice for all.
Our karate dojo at DePalma’s is absolutely essential! It is the only thing that kept my son focused and positive during the last 8 months. Without his karate focus, I honestly don’t know where he’d be emotionally. Do not let them be shut down. They are essential to families!!!
I’m 5th Degree Black Belt in BJJ and I have been training for 38 years and teaching for 27 years, and absolutely see the martial arts essentials not only for the body but also for the mind!
It is essential for people to have physical activity to stay healthy. It is also critical for them to have goals to focus on for mental health. Martial Arts helps with both of those and so much more. We can maintain social distance and cleaning protocols to keep a safe environment.
Anything related to health should be essential. In the last 7 months people are experiencing significantly higher rates of depression, anxiety, weight gain and the list goes on..... Martial Arts Schools can be the solution.
Martial arts strengthens the body and mind which strengthens the immune system. That is so much needed, especially now during the pandemic and lockdown!
Please Support A Good Cause. Mr Trevor is An Amazing Teacher. And deserves to be essential along with the Aurora mixed martial arts.
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The bureaucrats finally backed down and recognized our schools as essential businesses. This victory belongs to every one of you who refused to let them destroy our communities and livelihoods. Stay sharp though because we have to make sure they actually follow through on this promise.
January 2, 2021
Final supporters
Disclaimer: We are not collecting any donations for this cause and your email will not be shared for any solicitations.
The purpose of this petition is to improve access to martial arts schools and gyms by categorizing them as essential businesses.
Due to the onset of COVID-19, many such facilities have been shut down or have had their operations heavily restricted. We believe martial arts schools are an ideal solution as they provide physical and mental health benefits, as well as improved confidence to a nation that is in desperate need.
Studies prove that even moderate exercise has a significantly positive impact on patients that contract COVID-19. Active muscles produce chemicals that improve immune functioning and decrease inflammation. These are the main causes of lung damage that occurs from coronavirus infections.
In addition to the positive physical effects martial arts training has on individuals, the mental benefits could be even greater.
According to a CDC report from August, the number of individuals who reported at least one adverse mental health or addiction related struggle has doubled since the onset of the virus. A major factor is the social isolation people are experiencing since the mandated quarantine.
Martial arts fosters personal connections and supports the need for community that is essential to one’s mental health. Joining a martial arts community isn’t helpful, it’s essential.
Finally, martial arts training gives people the security and confidence to protect themselves in a non-violent manner. Given the current environment over the past few months in particular, individuals are growing even more concerned for their own safety.
Martial arts training provides a responsible, non-aggressive outlet for people to build confidence through methods that avoid violence. Now is the time to teach our communities to avoid conflict in a healthy and effective way.
We ask for your support to improve access to martial arts schools and gyms by categorizing them as essential businesses. These facilities offer solutions by improving physical health, fostering community connections, and encouraging non-violent conflict resolution.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter!
Disclaimer: We are not collecting any donations for this cause and your email will not be shared for any solicitations.
Updates
December 6, 2020
We just hit one thousand signatures and the bureaucrats in charge are finally starting to feel the heat. Stop pretending our schools are nonessential while you ignore the mental and physical health crisis you created.
Reached 1,000 supporters
December 4, 2020
Reached 100 supporters
October 21, 2020
239 Comments
I can’t tell you how many students have said “thank you” for providing a service that keeps themselves or their children happy, engaged, active, and fighting off various levels of depression. We are needed. More than many even know.
I’ve been in the martial arts industry for over 2 decades and not only have those who I’ve taught benefited mentally and physically but so have I. This pandemic and lockdown has massively restricted the benefits martial arts offer and should be made an essential choice for all.
Our karate dojo at DePalma’s is absolutely essential! It is the only thing that kept my son focused and positive during the last 8 months. Without his karate focus, I honestly don’t know where he’d be emotionally. Do not let them be shut down. They are essential to families!!!
I’m 5th Degree Black Belt in BJJ and I have been training for 38 years and teaching for 27 years, and absolutely see the martial arts essentials not only for the body but also for the mind!
It is essential for people to have physical activity to stay healthy. It is also critical for them to have goals to focus on for mental health. Martial Arts helps with both of those and so much more. We can maintain social distance and cleaning protocols to keep a safe environment.
Anything related to health should be essential. In the last 7 months people are experiencing significantly higher rates of depression, anxiety, weight gain and the list goes on..... Martial Arts Schools can be the solution.
Martial arts strengthens the body and mind which strengthens the immune system. That is so much needed, especially now during the pandemic and lockdown!
Please Support A Good Cause. Mr Trevor is An Amazing Teacher. And deserves to be essential along with the Aurora mixed martial arts.
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I can’t tell you how many students have said “thank you” for providing a service that keeps themselves or their children happy, engaged, active, and fighting off various levels of depression. We are needed. More than many even know.