Thursday, July 10, 2014

School's Out For Summer!

School is out for the summer and karate camp is a great way to keep kids active both physically and mentally. Trying to plan a stimulating curriculum for hours of camp each day and each week might be tough, but introducing weapons is a really easy way to help break up the day and make camp fun! Plus, with more hours to practice these new skills, students will feel more comfortable using a new weapon.

Whether you choose to designate camps by weapon (bo staff, kamas, etc.) or skill level (beginner, advanced), your students will enjoy learning more about a variety of martial arts weapons. Teaching students the basics of each weapon, as well as a little about the origin and history of the weapon, may inspire them to take that next step further. Children always have the potential to succeed, but some never discover it. Introduce a new weapon to them and watch them grow!



Thursday, June 19, 2014

We're Going Green!

 

It’s been a few months now since we’ve moved to our new location and things are going great! One of our favorite features of our new office is the energy we run on from our solar panels outside.

With the continuously increasing demand for electric power, the significantly high price of oil and the growing concern for the environment, we are going green! Many businesses are now tapping into this alternative source of energy, hoping to benefit from its numerous advantages.

Reduced Operating Costs
Solar power systems will help reduce or and possibly eliminate our building’s electric bill. We’re hoping this money savings will have a tremendous impact on our business.

 Having a solar power system installed is the equivalent to prepaying for almost 40 years of energy, but at just a fraction of what we are currently paying for electricity. The cost per unit on our current energy costs is likely much higher than what we would spend for solar power. This results in further savings for our business.

Good Return on Investment
Government incentives and the decrease of solar equipment costs means the utilization of solar power is a sound investment and a good financial decision for our business. Investing in solar power generates both long-term savings and quick payback.

Maintenance-Free and Reliable
The solar power system will require little or no maintenance at all. The system will provide electricity quietly and cleanly for 25 to 40 years.

Earning the "Green" Label
Utilizing electricity from solar power will result in reduced consumption of fuels, thus reducing greenhouse gas emissions and pollution. By using this alternative source, our company can express our participation in the battle against global warming and can reduce the country’s dependence on foreign sources.

Having an environmentally responsible image is important for our company! What sort of ways do you help lessen your carbon footprint?

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

The Advantage to Ordering with Cochran’s Ultimate Weapons

For years, Cochran’s Ultimate Weapons has provided martial artists with quality made weapons. Your orders are in the hands of skilled woodworkers with more than 70 years of collective experience.  We understand you have orders that need to be completed quickly which is why we work hard to process your orders as a fast as possible.

View Products Online
When you’re in the market for a new weapon, you’ll need to see a list of the weapons available to you.  Through Cochran’s Ultimate Weapons website, you have access to a categorized list of products we manufacture, along with available and sizes and colors.  Whether you need a bo staff, nunchukas, kamas or a sword you can view our products quickly to help you determine what weapons will work best for your needs.  

Work with Experienced Woodworkers
When you order weapons, especially in bulk, you’ll want the assurance that those products are built with the utmost quality.  Our staff at Cochran’s Ultimate Weapons has the collective skill and experience to produce a bulk order quickly and correctly with the quality you expect.  When you need quality weapons quickly, let us know.  Give us the specifications of your order and we’ll get it right the first time. Don’t leave your weapons orders to chance - contact Cochran’s Ultimate Weapons today to process your order.

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Goal: 2016 Olympic Games


Samery Moras, a University of Utah student, recently won the 2014 National Collegiate Taekwondo Championships held at the University of California-Berkley from April 4-6. She competed among hundreds of athletes from top universities across the nation.

Led by her coach Melany Moras, Samery imposed her technical and strategic superiority over her rivals in the female FinWeight division (-46kg). She defeated Tara Sarathi of Massachusetts Institute of Technology 12-0; Jacqueline Chong of Los Angeles City College 8-1; and Nari Lee from Brown University 6-1, which placed her in the double-elimination finals. Samery went on to defeat the 2011 champion Katherine Trinh 11-7.

With the recent victory, Samery defended her 2013 Collegiate National Champion title and also earned a spot on the US National Team, which will compete in the World University Taekwondo Championships in Hohhot, China from June 8-14. This will allow Samery to continue rising in the Taekwondo world rankings and bring her closer to qualifying to represent the US in the 2016 Rio Olympic Games.

Samery knows that in order to accomplish her goals, she must continue to participate in international opens sanctioned by the World Taekwondo Federation this year. However, she has the disadvantage of having insufficient financial resources to meet the expenses that arise from attending international events.

Samery is requesting assistance in her Olympic journey and welcomes the financial help and generosity of both individuals and companies who wish to support her dream. To make a contribution or become one of Samery’s sponsors, please communicate by email at samerymoras@gmail.com.

THE COSTS TO REACH THE GOAL: The following is an approximate amount spent per competition, which average out to be about 12 per year.
  • Flights (Athlete & Coach) $500-$3000
  • Hotel (Athlete & Coach) $200-$300
  • Tournament Entry Fees $100-$150
  • Training & Equipment Expenses $300

Total: $1100-$2300 per competition x 12 = $13,200 to $45,000 per year.

Any amounts of donations are appreciated and all sponsors are featured on Samery Moras’ Official website. Larger donation packages can be arranged as Tax Deductible.

Higher-level donations may receive:
  • Branding opportunities on training apparel, warm-up apparel, and travel gear.
  • Opportunity to promote your business at AMYS (Samery Moras’ training center) events and competitions.
  • Motivational speeches from this young, world-class athlete who is an active role model within the local community.
  • Martial Arts performances and/or self-defense seminars.

Cochran's Ultimate Weapons feels that this young woman deserves some help in her quest for the Olympics! She will be representing the United States and promoting the sport of Martial Arts. If she succeeds, this will be a huge benefit to the Martial Arts in the United States!

Would you consider sending her a monetary donation or having a Kick-a-Thon to help her in her endeavor? Every little bit counts!

For more information and/or to coordinate photos or video of Samery competing, please contact Samery Moras at (801) 209-4666 or through email at samerymoras@gmail.com


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