Tragedy in Windsor

By now everyone reading this is aware that a police officer in Windsor was shot and killed by two 18 year old boys. This incident took place a view blocks away from my home. So why am I writing about this in a blog for information on our children's program? Well, possibly this incident could have been prevented, back about 15 years ago. Are the parents of these children possibly responsible for this horrible crime? My answer is definitely!

When we choose to have children ( I am the father of 3) we must make the decision that our lives are put on hold, and the life of our child comes first. The first 5 years of a child's life are where their values are created. These boys had no direction and no values! If a child is raised well, the parents values will appear in the children. Children NEED discipline! They need guidance and they need values. Values like: INTEGRITY, COURTESY, SELF CONTROL, PERSERVERENCE and INDOMITABLE SPIRIT.

When these values are reinforced in children, they develop self esteem and confidence. They don't turn to drugs and gangs for acceptance.

Would a martial arts education for these boys make a difference. No one will ever know, but had they learn values, had positive role models and developed self esteem and confidence, I would bet the outcome would be much different.

Consider adding the positive influences of martial arts to the lives of your children. Help them learn to set goals and develop the values you want them to have. Call 566-6610 for Windsor or 563-9668 for Belle River and book your 2 free introductory classes. You have nothing to lose, and so much to gain.

Yours for confident, strong children,

Master Art Mason

Founder: The Peaceful Warriors' Martial Arts Institute


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