Gail Lewicki, 1st dan

I started with Sensei September 22, 1997 because of my Fibromyalgia. I was unable to walk or stand, or lift my arms above my head. I had to sleep in a recliner chair and a eletric bed as I wasn't able to lay flat for many years. So much pain, and only got 4 to 5 hours a sleep at nights. I worked with Sensei one on one for many years. Sensei helped me to quit smoking, and get off many medications. The last several years I have been going 4 to 5 times a week and working with the morning group. I am able to focus better, I have more confidence, more energy and my body has become much stronger. I am able to do so many things that I wasn't able to do for a number of years. I have been in several of the Demonstrations. I have learned to take one day at a time and cope with situations at a different level. Most times I am able to go to the dojo and leave things out side and I feel the spiritual side of karate and like to sit and meditate when I am having a bad day. Everyone is helpful and great to be around.