Dear Mr. Shervin, I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for all that you have done for my family and for me personally. Martial arts has been a part of my boys lives for six years now. In that time you have helped Josh and I teach them respect, dedication, honesty, friendship and love. You have enriched their lives, and their little sister’s as well, not simply by teaching them kicks and punches, but by instructing them in the martial way. Your gift with children is well known and real; we feel blessed that we have seen first hand what an amazingly positive impact you have on the attitudes and lives of the children in your program. I also wanted to tell you that I will NEVER be able to thank you for bringing me on the mat to train with you. I could never explain in a simple letter the depth of what martial arts has done for my life. From my very first class I knew I was hooked. You have introduced me to a world that has sparked a passion and inspired me to learn and grow each day. You have helped me work through several serious injuries… ones that almost broke my spirit. Your encouragement, prodding, tough love and understanding taught me to persevere no matter what. Life may throw us obstacles, it inevitably will. You reminded me that HOW we handle those obstacles determines the course of our lives. Both Josh and I can not speak highly enough of your program or you as an instructor. Every class is unique, each day a new challenge. As a family we are enriched by training together as well as by the messages you instill in us. Thank you for ALL that you do and ALL that you give to us. OSU!