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Meet Evan Grace - 5th Gup Green Belt
Evan is a student here at PKC, he trains at our Delmont location. Evan is a 5th Gup Green Belt and is training for his 4th Gup green Belt test. Evan started training here at PKC at 4.5 years old. Now at age 6 he also likes baseball, Minecraft, swimming, hanging out with his sister, and working hard to get good grades in his kindergarten class. When Even attended one of the school district’s talent shows that had several of our students in it, doing their techniques and breaking boards, this is when he decided he wanted to try Martial Arts.
Evan’s Favorites:
Kick - Front Kick
Hand Technique - High Punch
Form -Pyung Sa Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Sparring
Evan has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how he continues to grow mentally and physically. Evan’s parents have noticed his confidence, discipline, and attention have improved since he started at PKC. When Evan started Martial Arts, he was one of our students that had a hard time standing still. During the last two months of training, Evan’s ability to remain still during instruction has increased immensely. Every class he demonstrates how to really focus that moving energy into his techniques and Martial Arts skills, which have gotten stronger and more on point. We have multiple students that start out not being able to keep still like Evan. With commitment and hard work from parents, student, and instructors, our students can achieve the benefits of Martial Arts in many capacities. These benefits can include focus, discipline, and attention span to name a few. These are the reasons Martial Arts is great for every child. Usually, when someone expresses a concern about their child learning how to fight, they are not aware of the full, well-rounded benefits of Martial Arts. It’s important our whole family at PKC understand that most children are in Martial Arts for all of these benefits, not just learning how to fight. When you can watch someone take everything they have trained hard for and focus that energy into their performance, like Evan did, it reminds you of the beauty of training. Seeing Evan now, he flows on the training floor, and you can see the pride in his eyes as he trains. Watching Evan on the training floor makes me so proud of his accomplishments in his young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Evan in our Delmont school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Meet Amaya Churley - 1st Gup Red Belt
Amaya is a student here at PKC, she trains at our Loyalhanna location. Amaya is a 1st Gup Red Belt and just took her Pre Black Belt test. Amayas hobbies are skiing (since she was 15 months old), camping, biking, and swimming. She is an avid reader and also plays the piano and trumpet.
Amaya’s Favorites:
Kick - Jump Front Kick
Hand Technique - High Soo Do Block
Form -Pyung Cho Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Sparring and Breaking Boards
Amaya has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how she continues to grow mentally and physically. Amaya is a thrill seeker, which is why she enjoys all her activities, along with riding roller coasters and training at Martial Arts. Amaya started Martial Arts at the age of 4, she switched to Petrillo’s Karate Campus to start a fresh journey at the age of 8, and she has flourished immensely. Watching Amaya during her last 6 months of training and on this last test, I was truly impressed. When you can watch someone take everything they have trained hard for and focus that energy into their performance, like Amaya did, it reminds you of the beauty of training. I can say with confidence as an instructor, Amaya is a true Martial Artist.
Watching Amaya on the training floor makes me so proud of her accomplishments in her young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Amaya in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
MEET MY STUDENT
Meet Evan Grace - 5th Gup Green Belt
Evan is a student here at PKC, he trains at our Delmont location. Evan is a 5th Gup Green Belt and is training for his 4th Gup green Belt test. Evan started training here at PKC at 4.5 years old. Now at age 6 he also likes baseball, Minecraft, swimming, hanging out with his sister, and working hard to get good grades in his kindergarten class. When Even attended one of the school district’s talent shows that had several of our students in it, doing their techniques and breaking boards, this is when he decided he wanted to try Martial Arts.
Evan’s Favorites:
Kick - Front Kick
Hand Technique - High Punch
Form -Pyung Sa Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Sparring
Evan has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how he continues to grow mentally and physically. Evan’s parents have noticed his confidence, discipline, and attention have improved since he started at PKC. When Evan started Martial Arts, he was one of our students that had a hard time standing still. During the last two months of training, Evan’s ability to remain still during instruction has increased immensely. Every class he demonstrates how to really focus that moving energy into his techniques and Martial Arts skills, which have gotten stronger and more on point. We have multiple students that start out not being able to keep still like Evan. With commitment and hard work from parents, student, and instructors, our students can achieve the benefits of Martial Arts in many capacities. These benefits can include focus, discipline, and attention span to name a few. These are the reasons Martial Arts is great for every child. Usually, when someone expresses a concern about their child learning how to fight, they are not aware of the full, well-rounded benefits of Martial Arts. It’s important our whole family at PKC understand that most children are in Martial Arts for all of these benefits, not just learning how to fight. When you can watch someone take everything they have trained hard for and focus that energy into their performance, like Evan did, it reminds you of the beauty of training. Seeing Evan now, he flows on the training floor, and you can see the pride in his eyes as he trains. Watching Evan on the training floor makes me so proud of his accomplishments in his young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Evan in our Delmont school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Meet Amaya Churley - 1st Gup Red Belt
Amaya is a student here at PKC, she trains at our Loyalhanna location. Amaya is a 1st Gup Red Belt and just took her Pre Black Belt test. Amayas hobbies are skiing (since she was 15 months old), camping, biking, and swimming. She is an avid reader and also plays the piano and trumpet.
Amaya’s Favorites:
Kick - Jump Front Kick
Hand Technique - High Soo Do Block
Form -Pyung Cho Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Sparring and Breaking Boards
Amaya has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how she continues to grow mentally and physically. Amaya is a thrill seeker, which is why she enjoys all her activities, along with riding roller coasters and training at Martial Arts. Amaya started Martial Arts at the age of 4, she switched to Petrillo’s Karate Campus to start a fresh journey at the age of 8, and she has flourished immensely. Watching Amaya during her last 6 months of training and on this last test, I was truly impressed. When you can watch someone take everything they have trained hard for and focus that energy into their performance, like Amaya did, it reminds you of the beauty of training. I can say with confidence as an instructor, Amaya is a true Martial Artist.
Watching Amaya on the training floor makes me so proud of her accomplishments in her young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Amaya in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
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Meet Bailey Maschok - 3rd Gup Red Belt
Bailey is a student here at PKC, she trains at our Delmont location. Bailey is a 3rd Gup Red Belt and is training for her 2nd Gup Red Belt test. Bailey loves music, she participates in her school band and choir. Martial Arts has been a wonderful experience for Bailey, helping her gain confidence and discipline.
Bailey’s Favorites:
Kick - Jump Front Kick
Hand Technique - Low Soo Do Block
Form -Hyung Som Bu
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning Self Defense
Bailey has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how she continues to grow mentally and physically. Bailey is very kind and compassionate person that loves helping others. She has the ability to realize when another student needs something. She doesn't speak out to tell me, she will give me this look, and I know to look around, and sure enough someone is raising their hand. Bailey also loves that she gets to train with her sister, we have many siblings that train at PKC together. One of the great things about Martial Arts is the fact that multiple family members can train at the same time. On the training floor we strive to teach the siblings that first and for most, they are fellow students, and they need to help each other. No sibling rivalry, whatever they are disagreeing about, stays off the training floor. Bailey and her sister are fine examples of students who not only respect one another, but help each other out when training. Watching Bailey on the training floor makes me so proud of her accomplishments in her young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Bailey in our Delmont school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 39 E. Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626
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Meet Bailey Maschok - 3rd Gup Red Belt
Bailey is a student here at PKC, she trains at our Delmont location. Bailey is a 3rd Gup Red Belt and is training for her 2nd Gup Red Belt test. Bailey loves music, she participates in her school band and choir. Martial Arts has been a wonderful experience for Bailey, helping her gain confidence and discipline.
Bailey’s Favorites:
Kick - Jump Front Kick
Hand Technique - Low Soo Do Block
Form -Hyung Som Bu
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning Self Defense
Bailey has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how she continues to grow mentally and physically. Bailey is very kind and compassionate person that loves helping others. She has the ability to realize when another student needs something. She doesn't speak out to tell me, she will give me this look, and I know to look around, and sure enough someone is raising their hand. Bailey also loves that she gets to train with her sister, we have many siblings that train at PKC together. One of the great things about Martial Arts is the fact that multiple family members can train at the same time. On the training floor we strive to teach the siblings that first and for most, they are fellow students, and they need to help each other. No sibling rivalry, whatever they are disagreeing about, stays off the training floor. Bailey and her sister are fine examples of students who not only respect one another, but help each other out when training. Watching Bailey on the training floor makes me so proud of her accomplishments in her young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Bailey in our Delmont school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 39 E. Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626
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Meet Newton Palanko - 1st Gup Red Belt
Newton is an 8 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Loyalhanna location. Newton is a 1st Gup Red Belt and is training for his Poom Belt test. Newton is a straight A student and love sports of all kinds. Along with Martial Arts his passion is baseball, as he plays for the Flood City Elite, Mudcats, and in house. One of the great attributes of training is it gives you the ability to have other interests.
Newton’s Favorites:
Kick - Running Jump Side Kick
Hand Technique - Center Punch
Form -Passai Da
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning physically and mentally
Newton has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how he continues to grow mentally and physically. Newton loves being silly. I am guaranteed to hear a joke or a story before or after class, which has me laughing all the time. He is very kind and has a carefree attitude, which shows while he is helping our younger students on the training floor. I see Newton using his Martial Arts as an inspiration to others already. As they watch him train, you can see that they look up to him. This is where his carefree attitude shines. Newton doesn't use his knowledge against another student, rather, he uses it to help another student. As Newton grows, I know he is someone who will never let someone quit, he will stand beside them until they get their technique correct or overcome whatever challenge they are facing. Watching Newton on the training floor makes me so proud of his accomplishments in his young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Newton in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661
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Meet Newton Palanko - 1st Gup Red Belt
Newton is an 8 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Loyalhanna location. Newton is a 1st Gup Red Belt and is training for his Poom Belt test. Newton is a straight A student and love sports of all kinds. Along with Martial Arts his passion is baseball, as he plays for the Flood City Elite, Mudcats, and in house. One of the great attributes of training is it gives you the ability to have other interests.
Newton’s Favorites:
Kick - Running Jump Side Kick
Hand Technique - Center Punch
Form -Passai Da
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning physically and mentally
Newton has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how he continues to grow mentally and physically. Newton loves being silly. I am guaranteed to hear a joke or a story before or after class, which has me laughing all the time. He is very kind and has a carefree attitude, which shows while he is helping our younger students on the training floor. I see Newton using his Martial Arts as an inspiration to others already. As they watch him train, you can see that they look up to him. This is where his carefree attitude shines. Newton doesn't use his knowledge against another student, rather, he uses it to help another student. As Newton grows, I know he is someone who will never let someone quit, he will stand beside them until they get their technique correct or overcome whatever challenge they are facing. Watching Newton on the training floor makes me so proud of his accomplishments in his young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Newton in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661
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Meet Anthony Woodward - 3rd Gup Red Belt
Anthony is an 8 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Delmont location. Anthony is a 3rd Gup Red Belt and is training for his 2nd Gup Red Belt test. Anthony is a straight A student and has recently tested for the gifted program. Anthony also has other interests, such as dirt bikes and trains, especially the antique Lionel trains.
Anthony’s Favorites:
Kick - Round Kick
Hand Technique - Center Soo Do Block
Form -Pyung OH Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Teaches you things you can use your whole life.
Anthony has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how he continues to grow mentally and physically. Anthony has grown from a very curious white belt, into a very strong and curious red belt. As he progresses higher in rank, his curiosity about techniques continues to grow. Anthony has questions in almost every class like where he would use a technique and why he would use a certain technique. His inquisitive nature keeps me on my toes, which I like. As instructors, we here at PKC need to know why a technique would be used and how it would be used. I can see Anthony using his Martial Arts career as an inspiration to others, I watch the other students as they listen to his questions, and they are soaking up the knowledge, as well as he. He has the ability to take this knowledge and use it in his future, to become an instructor at his own karate school, an engineer, a conductor of a train, the possibilities are endless. As Anthony grows, he knows he is someone who never quits and pushes himself as hard as he can, with his mind, body and spirit. Watching Anthony on the training floor makes me so proud of his accomplishments in his young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Anthony in our Delmont school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 39 Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626
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Meet Anthony Woodward - 3rd Gup Red Belt
Anthony is an 8 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Delmont location. Anthony is a 3rd Gup Red Belt and is training for his 2nd Gup Red Belt test. Anthony is a straight A student and has recently tested for the gifted program. Anthony also has other interests, such as dirt bikes and trains, especially the antique Lionel trains.
Anthony’s Favorites:
Kick - Round Kick
Hand Technique - Center Soo Do Block
Form -Pyung OH Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Teaches you things you can use your whole life.
Anthony has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how he continues to grow mentally and physically. Anthony has grown from a very curious white belt, into a very strong and curious red belt. As he progresses higher in rank, his curiosity about techniques continues to grow. Anthony has questions in almost every class like where he would use a technique and why he would use a certain technique. His inquisitive nature keeps me on my toes, which I like. As instructors, we here at PKC need to know why a technique would be used and how it would be used. I can see Anthony using his Martial Arts career as an inspiration to others, I watch the other students as they listen to his questions, and they are soaking up the knowledge, as well as he. He has the ability to take this knowledge and use it in his future, to become an instructor at his own karate school, an engineer, a conductor of a train, the possibilities are endless. As Anthony grows, he knows he is someone who never quits and pushes himself as hard as he can, with his mind, body and spirit. Watching Anthony on the training floor makes me so proud of his accomplishments in his young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Anthony in our Delmont school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 39 Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626
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Meet Levi Hull - 1st Gup Red Belt
Levi is an 11 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Loyalhanna location. Levi is a 1st Gup Red Belt and is training for his Poom Belt test. Levi is a straight A student, loves STEM, this year he will be part of the PGA junior league golf team, and is also trying out volleyball. Levi has many attributes. He is kind, creative, funny and genuine, which are all eagerly shown on the training floor. This makes it even more special when you find out that his father is stationed over seas in South Korea. His father has been deployed three times since Levi has been born. I get the privilege to watch Levi grow into a wonderful Martial Artist, and to thank his father for his service.
Levi’s Favorites:
Kick - Front Kick
Hand Technique - Side Punch
Form - Passai Dai
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Sparring
Levi has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how he continues to grow mentally and physically. Levi’s ability to build things is amazing, he built himself a Bo Staff out of legos. When he brought it into class to show me, I thought it was pretty cool. I see Levi using his Martial Arts career as inspiration to further his ability to build new things in his future. As our students grow older, they will use their creativity for many different opportunities like higher education, jobs, and clubs. When applying for those activities, having Martial Arts on your resume, can actually put you at the top of the list. They know you are someone who never quits and pushes yourself as hard as you can to finish what you started. Watching Levi on the training floor makes me so proud of his accomplishments in his young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Levi in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
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Meet Levi Hull - 1st Gup Red Belt
Levi is an 11 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Loyalhanna location. Levi is a 1st Gup Red Belt and is training for his Poom Belt test. Levi is a straight A student, loves STEM, this year he will be part of the PGA junior league golf team, and is also trying out volleyball. Levi has many attributes. He is kind, creative, funny and genuine, which are all eagerly shown on the training floor. This makes it even more special when you find out that his father is stationed over seas in South Korea. His father has been deployed three times since Levi has been born. I get the privilege to watch Levi grow into a wonderful Martial Artist, and to thank his father for his service.
Levi’s Favorites:
Kick - Front Kick
Hand Technique - Side Punch
Form - Passai Dai
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Sparring
Levi has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how he continues to grow mentally and physically. Levi’s ability to build things is amazing, he built himself a Bo Staff out of legos. When he brought it into class to show me, I thought it was pretty cool. I see Levi using his Martial Arts career as inspiration to further his ability to build new things in his future. As our students grow older, they will use their creativity for many different opportunities like higher education, jobs, and clubs. When applying for those activities, having Martial Arts on your resume, can actually put you at the top of the list. They know you are someone who never quits and pushes yourself as hard as you can to finish what you started. Watching Levi on the training floor makes me so proud of his accomplishments in his young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Levi in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
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Meet Tory Smith - 1st Degree Black Belt
Tory is an 10 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Loyalhanna location. Tory is a 1st Degree Black Belt and is training for his 2nd Degree Black Belt test. Tory has grown into a wonderful Martial Artist. He is a straight A student and in the gifted program at his grade school. Tory loves going to tournaments to compete. With his favorite thing about Martial Arts being sparring, he is waiting patiently for the tournaments to begin again. Competition is great way for a student to learn how to win and lose, you will do both in your Martial Arts career. If you lose, you now have a goal to compete again and win.
Tory’s Favorites:
Kick - Round Kick
Hand Technique - Claw
Form - Passai Dai
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Sparring
Tory has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how he continues to grow mentally and physically. Tory puts 100% into all his techniques when he is sparring. His determination on the training floor was one of the things I noticed most when he decided to join us here at PKC. He arrived as a 2nd Gup Red Belt. At Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we recognize as a student first starting out with us, you may have trained at another location before joining PKC. Some schools may not be a good fit for your child, or the student just needs a break, when they decide to return to Martial Arts, the school they attended may have closed, this is not the child’s fault. We recognize that all children have different ways of learning the same technique. Some learn better visually, some learn better verbally, some it takes both ways to learn. Some are right handed, some left handed, some students can learn a technique instantly, some it takes months. As an instructor it’s our job to figure out how each child processes the instruction on the training floor, and teach them. It’s not easy transitioning from one school to another, Tory has done a wonderful job at it, he has shown us that any student who wants to train will put their heart into it. Watching Tory on the training floor makes me so proud of his accomplishments in his young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Tory in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
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Meet Tory Smith - 1st Degree Black Belt
Tory is an 10 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Loyalhanna location. Tory is a 1st Degree Black Belt and is training for his 2nd Degree Black Belt test. Tory has grown into a wonderful Martial Artist. He is a straight A student and in the gifted program at his grade school. Tory loves going to tournaments to compete. With his favorite thing about Martial Arts being sparring, he is waiting patiently for the tournaments to begin again. Competition is great way for a student to learn how to win and lose, you will do both in your Martial Arts career. If you lose, you now have a goal to compete again and win.
Tory’s Favorites:
Kick - Round Kick
Hand Technique - Claw
Form - Passai Dai
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Sparring
Tory has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how he continues to grow mentally and physically. Tory puts 100% into all his techniques when he is sparring. His determination on the training floor was one of the things I noticed most when he decided to join us here at PKC. He arrived as a 2nd Gup Red Belt. At Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we recognize as a student first starting out with us, you may have trained at another location before joining PKC. Some schools may not be a good fit for your child, or the student just needs a break, when they decide to return to Martial Arts, the school they attended may have closed, this is not the child’s fault. We recognize that all children have different ways of learning the same technique. Some learn better visually, some learn better verbally, some it takes both ways to learn. Some are right handed, some left handed, some students can learn a technique instantly, some it takes months. As an instructor it’s our job to figure out how each child processes the instruction on the training floor, and teach them. It’s not easy transitioning from one school to another, Tory has done a wonderful job at it, he has shown us that any student who wants to train will put their heart into it. Watching Tory on the training floor makes me so proud of his accomplishments in his young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Tory in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Meet Elysia Mink - Red Belt 1 stripe 2nd Gup
Elysia is an 11 year old student here at PKC, she trains at our Delmont & Loyalhanna locations. Elysia is a Red Belt with 1 stripe (2nd Gup) and is training for her 2nd stripe test coming up at the end of February. Elysia has grown into a wonderful Martial Artist. Like Elysia, a few of our students in our schools train at both of our locations. This is one of the wonderful parts of our karate schools, if you miss a class, you can attend a class at our other location. If you want to double up on classes, you can attend a class at one location, then a class at the other location. This helps if students need extra training time or if they are learning to be an instructor, like Elysia. I can trust her to teach any of the students on the training floor that is a younger rank, she is one of our top students at PKC.
Elysia’s Favorites:
Kick - Jump Front Kick
Hand Technique - Double High Block
Form - Pyung Oh Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Meeting new people and doing forms.
Elysia has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how she continues to grow mentally and physically. When Elysia began at PKC, she was a perfectionist, someone who would get upset if she didn’t do a technique correct. At Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we recognize as a student first starting out, you will make many mistakes, which is why we try to understand all childrens imperfections and support students just like Elysia to view their mistakes as learning experiences. We all have something we need to work through, and Elysia is a fine example of how to work hard each class to be the best person/student she can be. Now, on the training floor Elysia can do anything and give her best, and she is happy. I can give Elysia a student with the same characteristics as her, and she helps them so much, which is why meeting new people is one of her favorite things. We encourage our students to work through their mistakes, when they do, they grow into a wonderful student who not only cares about their actions, but also care about others. Watching Elysia on the training floor makes me so proud of her accomplishments in her young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Elysia in our Delmont & Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 39 E. Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626 & 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Elysia is an 11 year old student here at PKC, she trains at our Delmont & Loyalhanna locations. Elysia is a Red Belt with 1 stripe (2nd Gup) and is training for her 2nd stripe test coming up at the end of February. Elysia has grown into a wonderful Martial Artist. Like Elysia, a few of our students in our schools train at both of our locations. This is one of the wonderful parts of our karate schools, if you miss a class, you can attend a class at our other location. If you want to double up on classes, you can attend a class at one location, then a class at the other location. This helps if students need extra training time or if they are learning to be an instructor, like Elysia. I can trust her to teach any of the students on the training floor that is a younger rank, she is one of our top students at PKC.
Elysia’s Favorites:
Kick - Jump Front Kick
Hand Technique - Double High Block
Form - Pyung Oh Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Meeting new people and doing forms.
Elysia has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student. It’s wonderful how she continues to grow mentally and physically. When Elysia began at PKC, she was a perfectionist, someone who would get upset if she didn’t do a technique correct. At Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we recognize as a student first starting out, you will make many mistakes, which is why we try to understand all childrens imperfections and support students just like Elysia to view their mistakes as learning experiences. We all have something we need to work through, and Elysia is a fine example of how to work hard each class to be the best person/student she can be. Now, on the training floor Elysia can do anything and give her best, and she is happy. I can give Elysia a student with the same characteristics as her, and she helps them so much, which is why meeting new people is one of her favorite things. We encourage our students to work through their mistakes, when they do, they grow into a wonderful student who not only cares about their actions, but also care about others. Watching Elysia on the training floor makes me so proud of her accomplishments in her young life. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Elysia in our Delmont & Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 39 E. Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626 & 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Meet Dylan Ross - Red Belt 1 stripe 2nd Gup
Dylan is an 9 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Loyalhanna school. Dylan is a Red Belt with 1 stripe (2nd Gup) and is training for his 2nd stripe test coming up at the end of February. Dylan has grown into a wonderful Martial Artist. As a student at Grandview Elementary, he is active in the DAAC (Derry Area Aqua Club) as he enjoys swimming and Martial Arts. Like Dylan, a lot of students in our schools are active in other sports. This is one of the wonderful parts of Martial Arts, students can be active in multiple activities and still be a great Martial Artist.
Dylan’s Favorites:
Kick - Outside Inside Kick
Hand Technique - Back Fist
Form - Passai Dai
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning a different language
Dylan has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s great how he continues to grow mentally and physically. At Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we encourage our students to help each other on the training floor. I know I can count on Dylan to push himself to learn his techniques and forms, just so he can help his fellow students. I have watched Dylan help a lower rank so intensely and thoughtfully, where he is giving them the power and confidence they needed to help them overcome their fear of learning a new form. Knowing I can have Dylan help another student with his confidence makes my job as an instructor easier, I say this with much pride. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Dylan in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Dylan is an 9 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Loyalhanna school. Dylan is a Red Belt with 1 stripe (2nd Gup) and is training for his 2nd stripe test coming up at the end of February. Dylan has grown into a wonderful Martial Artist. As a student at Grandview Elementary, he is active in the DAAC (Derry Area Aqua Club) as he enjoys swimming and Martial Arts. Like Dylan, a lot of students in our schools are active in other sports. This is one of the wonderful parts of Martial Arts, students can be active in multiple activities and still be a great Martial Artist.
Dylan’s Favorites:
Kick - Outside Inside Kick
Hand Technique - Back Fist
Form - Passai Dai
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning a different language
Dylan has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student. It’s great how he continues to grow mentally and physically. At Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we encourage our students to help each other on the training floor. I know I can count on Dylan to push himself to learn his techniques and forms, just so he can help his fellow students. I have watched Dylan help a lower rank so intensely and thoughtfully, where he is giving them the power and confidence they needed to help them overcome their fear of learning a new form. Knowing I can have Dylan help another student with his confidence makes my job as an instructor easier, I say this with much pride. Because we, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Dylan in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Meet Cassandra Curtis - Red Belt 2 stripes 1st Gup
Cassandra is an 11 year old student here at PKC, she trains at our Loyalhanna school. Cassandra is a Red Belt with 2 stripes (1st Gup) and is training for her Pre Black Belt test coming up in April. Cassandra has grown into a wonderful Martial Artist. Her physical unknowns have never stopped her from pushing herself forward. Every once in a while you can see the fear pop up in her eyes, the unknown. Then, it clicks and she gives it her all. This is one of the wonderful parts of Martial Arts, when you see in the child the accomplishment even when they have a fear. They can overcome anything, the mental and physical combined.
Cassandra’s Favorites:
Kick - Round Kick
Hand Technique - Claw
Form - Passai Day
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning new forms
Cassandra has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student, and all around person. Being more confident as she grows physically, mentally, and emotionally. Cassandra has Congenital Scoliosis, she has an extra half vertebrae in her spine. She will have surgery this summer to have almost half her spine fused to stop her curve from getting worse. If anyone remembers Steeler Ryan Shazier who was injured during a football game, this gives you an idea of what Cassandra and her family are dealing with. It’s great how Cassandra doesn’t give up with everything she is going through at her young age. Here at Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we encourage our students to never give up and to conquer your fears with the confidence they learn on the training floor. We, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Cassandra in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Cassandra is an 11 year old student here at PKC, she trains at our Loyalhanna school. Cassandra is a Red Belt with 2 stripes (1st Gup) and is training for her Pre Black Belt test coming up in April. Cassandra has grown into a wonderful Martial Artist. Her physical unknowns have never stopped her from pushing herself forward. Every once in a while you can see the fear pop up in her eyes, the unknown. Then, it clicks and she gives it her all. This is one of the wonderful parts of Martial Arts, when you see in the child the accomplishment even when they have a fear. They can overcome anything, the mental and physical combined.
Cassandra’s Favorites:
Kick - Round Kick
Hand Technique - Claw
Form - Passai Day
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning new forms
Cassandra has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student, and all around person. Being more confident as she grows physically, mentally, and emotionally. Cassandra has Congenital Scoliosis, she has an extra half vertebrae in her spine. She will have surgery this summer to have almost half her spine fused to stop her curve from getting worse. If anyone remembers Steeler Ryan Shazier who was injured during a football game, this gives you an idea of what Cassandra and her family are dealing with. It’s great how Cassandra doesn’t give up with everything she is going through at her young age. Here at Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we encourage our students to never give up and to conquer your fears with the confidence they learn on the training floor. We, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Cassandra in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Meet Dylan Salas - Black Belt
Dylan is an 8 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Delmont school. Dylan is a Black Belt and is training for his 2nd Degree Black Belt. Dylan was 4 years old when he started training, he has grown into a wonderful Martial Artist. Exemplifying exactly what it means to be a Black Belt, I can count on Mr. Salas to help on the training floor with all the younger ranks. Dylan treats every student with respect and he receives the same respect from his peers, as well as adults.
Dylan’s Favorites:
Kick - Running jump side kick
Hand Technique - Ridge Hand Soo Do
Form - Ship soo
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning how to fight and spar
Dylan has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student, and all around person. Being more confident as he grows physically, mentally, and emotionally. Here at Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we encourage our students to compete with the confidence they learn on the training floor, by doing their best as they are growing with each rank. Dylan has been to every tournament we have been invited to. Competing as a student of PKC has made Dylan one of our top competitors, going to Disney in Florida, competing at the ESPN Wide World of Sports. Dylan’s level of confidence at his age impresses everyone he meets. We, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Dylan in our Delmont school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 39 E. Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Dylan is an 8 year old student here at PKC, he trains at our Delmont school. Dylan is a Black Belt and is training for his 2nd Degree Black Belt. Dylan was 4 years old when he started training, he has grown into a wonderful Martial Artist. Exemplifying exactly what it means to be a Black Belt, I can count on Mr. Salas to help on the training floor with all the younger ranks. Dylan treats every student with respect and he receives the same respect from his peers, as well as adults.
Dylan’s Favorites:
Kick - Running jump side kick
Hand Technique - Ridge Hand Soo Do
Form - Ship soo
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning how to fight and spar
Dylan has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student, and all around person. Being more confident as he grows physically, mentally, and emotionally. Here at Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we encourage our students to compete with the confidence they learn on the training floor, by doing their best as they are growing with each rank. Dylan has been to every tournament we have been invited to. Competing as a student of PKC has made Dylan one of our top competitors, going to Disney in Florida, competing at the ESPN Wide World of Sports. Dylan’s level of confidence at his age impresses everyone he meets. We, here at PKC encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Dylan in our Delmont school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 39 E. Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626 - 724-516-9364 — www.petrilloskaratecampus.com
Meet Emily Lackey - Pre Black Belt
Emily is a 10 year old student here at PKC, she trains at our Loyalhanna school. Emily is going to take her Black Belt test in April. She pushes herself to study hard and gets good grades as an academic achiever, she is in 5th grade at Christ the Divine Teacher School.
Emily’s Favorites:
Kick - Outside Inside Kick
Hand Technique - Ridge Hand Soo Do
Form - Pyung Ahn Sam Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Making new friends and great exercise.
Emily has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student, and all around person. Being more confident as she grows physically, mentally, and emotionally. Here at Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we encourage all our students to train at their level, no matter what kind of life they lead. Emily was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when she was 5 years old. While training her parents are always there for her if needed. Emily pushes herself every time she is on the training floor, and is living a very active life. At PKC we encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Emily in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364
Emily is a 10 year old student here at PKC, she trains at our Loyalhanna school. Emily is going to take her Black Belt test in April. She pushes herself to study hard and gets good grades as an academic achiever, she is in 5th grade at Christ the Divine Teacher School.
Emily’s Favorites:
Kick - Outside Inside Kick
Hand Technique - Ridge Hand Soo Do
Form - Pyung Ahn Sam Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Making new friends and great exercise.
Emily has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student, and all around person. Being more confident as she grows physically, mentally, and emotionally. Here at Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we encourage all our students to train at their level, no matter what kind of life they lead. Emily was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes when she was 5 years old. While training her parents are always there for her if needed. Emily pushes herself every time she is on the training floor, and is living a very active life. At PKC we encourage and believe you can do anything you want. Our goal is to help you make that happen with respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Emily in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661 - 724-516-9364
Meet Shane Lehnhardt - Pre Black Belt
Shane is a 10 year old student who has been with PKC since he was 7 years old. He trains at our Delmont school. Shane is going to take his Black Belt test in April. He is training to be a Junior Instructor with our Young Warriors and learning to teach in our children’s classes. His goal is to someday open his own karate school as a Master Instructor. I can tell you Shane is on his way to being able to accomplish his goals. He pushes himself to study hard and gets good grades at Metzgar Elementary in the Greensburg Salem School District, as well as in class on our training floor.
Shanes Favorites:
Kick - Round Kick
Hand Technique - Spear
Form - Niachi Cho Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning Self Defense
Favorite thing about teaching Martial Arts - It boosts his confidence and he likes interacting with others.
Shane has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student, instructor and person all around. Being more confident and sharing his knowledge for the Art is something he has enjoyed and plans to continue as he grows physically, mentally, and emotionally. Shane has shown interest in one day becoming a business owner & opening his own karate school. Here at Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we encourage all our students to follow their dreams and reach for the stars. We believe you can be anything you want, our goal is to help you make that happen with the respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Shane in our Delmont school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 39 E. Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626 - 724-516-9364
Shane is a 10 year old student who has been with PKC since he was 7 years old. He trains at our Delmont school. Shane is going to take his Black Belt test in April. He is training to be a Junior Instructor with our Young Warriors and learning to teach in our children’s classes. His goal is to someday open his own karate school as a Master Instructor. I can tell you Shane is on his way to being able to accomplish his goals. He pushes himself to study hard and gets good grades at Metzgar Elementary in the Greensburg Salem School District, as well as in class on our training floor.
Shanes Favorites:
Kick - Round Kick
Hand Technique - Spear
Form - Niachi Cho Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Learning Self Defense
Favorite thing about teaching Martial Arts - It boosts his confidence and he likes interacting with others.
Shane has come a long way in his Martial Arts career. He has developed into an amazing student, instructor and person all around. Being more confident and sharing his knowledge for the Art is something he has enjoyed and plans to continue as he grows physically, mentally, and emotionally. Shane has shown interest in one day becoming a business owner & opening his own karate school. Here at Petrillo’s Karate Campus, we encourage all our students to follow their dreams and reach for the stars. We believe you can be anything you want, our goal is to help you make that happen with the respect for yourself and others. All our instructors agree, having Shane in our Delmont school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 39 E. Pittsburgh St. Delmont PA 15626 - 724-516-9364
Meet Peyton Ingelido - 1st Degree Black Belt
Peyton is 10 years old, she has been with PKC since she was 4 years old. Peyton started out as one of our Young Warriors, a class for pre school children, ages 3-5 years. Now that Peyton is a Black Belt, she is training for her 2nd Degree Black Belt, along with learning how to teach. She is one of our students that has graduated as a Jr Instructor with our Young Warriors.
Peytons Favorites:
Kick - Jump Front Kick
Hand Technique - Claw
Form - Pyung Oh Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Friends you get to make.
Favorite thing about teaching Martial Arts - When I teach a student something, I learn the technique better also.
Peyton has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student, instructor and person all around. Being more confident, able to speak up when needed, also showing the respect for herself and others. All our instructors agree, having Peyton in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661
Peyton is 10 years old, she has been with PKC since she was 4 years old. Peyton started out as one of our Young Warriors, a class for pre school children, ages 3-5 years. Now that Peyton is a Black Belt, she is training for her 2nd Degree Black Belt, along with learning how to teach. She is one of our students that has graduated as a Jr Instructor with our Young Warriors.
Peytons Favorites:
Kick - Jump Front Kick
Hand Technique - Claw
Form - Pyung Oh Dan
Favorite thing about Martial Arts - Friends you get to make.
Favorite thing about teaching Martial Arts - When I teach a student something, I learn the technique better also.
Peyton has come a long way in her Martial Arts career. She has developed into an amazing student, instructor and person all around. Being more confident, able to speak up when needed, also showing the respect for herself and others. All our instructors agree, having Peyton in our Loyalhanna school has made our PKC family better, and one of the joys you will find as you stop by and visit us at 100 Station St. Loyalhanna PA 15661