Robert Barrett

I met Robert back when I started at TKC many moons ago. He was a determined man working hard at life and karate. When I returned I was not surprised to see he was still and he hadnt changed, except for a few more gray hairs. He has always been one of many who have taken on the life of the martial artist. Incorporating the thoughts, feelings and honor into his life, living the walk. Ive always looked up to him with honor and respect. Robert has been a meticulous learner and student. He has been a role model for many.

One of my TKC heroes is Mr. Robert. I love his teaching style. He has a way of breaking skills down into smaller steps and makes sure all the students in the class understand before moving on. He is always cheerful and positive. For example, whenever I see him he always has a smile on his face. He is generous in that he gives so much of his time and energy to help anyone who may need help. I can tell he really loves teaching and karate. He is very passionate about karate and this passion shows through in his teaching. TKC is very lucky to have him as an instructor and I am so grateful he is one of my amazing teachers.

Mr. Robert is an instructor at TKC and a major inspiration to me. He hasnt faced some great adversity as far as I am aware, or conquered some major impossible feat as far as I am aware, but he is simply inspirational. Inspiration is defined as being mentally stimulated to do or feel something I think that Mr. Robert fits that model perfectly because he absolutely stimulates myself along with many other students to do something great. He is always able to calm down nervous students, (including and especially myself) inspire greatness in others, and improve my forms, kicks, and generally who I am without ever making me feel bad, or embarrassing me.

Mr. Robert is another inspiration to me because he is very helpful. He takes time away from himself to help others. When Mr. Robert teaches us something he makes sure that we try the best we can. Mr. Robert also taught me that people can try a new sport at any time and any age, all you have to do is put your mind to it and do your best.

Mr. Robert. Mr. Robert is an amazing man. He has helped me so much with everything that I have needed help with and I wish I could help him in anyway I could if he ever needs it.

Mr. Robert teaches me and my fellow candidates whenever he can. When he does however, his tips are beyond helpful and it makes me understand the material better than when I was originally taught. I love the way he will teach someone. He finds a way to make someones mistakes, no matter how big or small, to make that person feel better about it and corrects them without making them feel bad. He uses a way of empathy almost and uses it to his advantage and shows the student a way that they will understand. An either more or less advanced explanation.

Mr. Robert always is kind, caring, funny, and compassionate. He will try to help someone if they look down. He is funny but dead serious at the exact same time, which I could never be able to do. Mr. Robert is a complex man and has been through a lot of things in his lifetime to make him what he has become, this amazing person and instructor. He is more than an instructor to me, he is a friend. Someone I can talk to if I need it.

Mr. Robert, my Team Karate Centers hero. He will forever be in my heart and in my mind as I think of the things he has taught me. The things that I can only use at the studio, but in the outside world as well. Thank you Mr. Robert for being around for me.

Mr. Robert is a really good teacher. He teaches what is necessary and focuses on that. That really teaches me a lesson because first, youll have to do what is necessary, then you can do everything else. But, I dont think he knows that. I think he just does it so much he does it unintentionally

Sensei Robert Barrett is a TKC hero of mine because he is an exemplary teacher and an intuitive student. He is inspiring because when it is his turn to take the role of an instructor, he has no trouble doing so, but, also, when it is his turn to take the role of a student who is open-minded and ready to obtain new knowledge, he makes the transition seamlessly. Mr. Robert also has a way of teaching that is unlike anything I have seen from any other instructor at TKC. He is so happy and energetic with his students but still manages to teach effectively and to get his message across. His attitude is so present and he is always happy, motivated, modest, open-minded, and ready to learn, whether he is assuming the role of instructor or student. In fact, I dont think that I have ever seen Mr. Robert with a frown or a scowl on his face like ever. Mr. Roberts attitude is contagious and it is hard not to smile in his class. Mr. Robert is my hero because of his positivity and also because he is one of the reasons I started teaching at TKC.

Mr. Robert He was my success coach during my Black Belt training. He inspired to keep me going at times when I felt like giving up.

Mr. Robert is a very impressive instructor. He is always "ON," with his professionalism with his smile with his respectful attitude and generosity. She shares his knowledge with others students and other instructors alike. Mr. Robert is extremely patient in his teaching. He will go over a drill or a skill repeatedly explaining it detail by detail until the student gets it right. I have looked up to him in class referring to him as the "Jiminy cricket on my shoulder." Jiminy cricket being the Disney character representing your conscience always making the good and responsible decision. Mr. Robert is truly an inspirational instructor who always acts out of the kindness of his heart and the responsibility as an instructor.