Professional Development Program
Strengthening Composure, Communication, and Collaboration in the Workplace
Practical awareness training where movement meets mindfulness to build confidence and focus.
Overview
The Professional Development Program brings the wisdom of martial arts philosophy into the reality of modern professional life. Designed for professionals from all sectors, it strengthens composure, adaptability, and authentic communication under pressure.
Participants learn to manage stress and interpersonal dynamics through movement-based learning and awareness training. Using accessible karate and self-defence principles, they explore how posture, balance, and timing reflect emotional and professional states, transforming physical insight into tools for calm responsiveness and grounded decision-making.
Through reflective dialogue and embodied exercises, participants experience how mindfulness and focus enhance team collaboration, trust, and mutual respect in daily work.
Program Design
- Duration: 2 days intensive (10 hrs)
- Format: Experiential and interactive
- Integration: Movement, self-awareness, and real-time feedback
- Group Size: 10 minimum–flexible
- Venue: Room with open floor space suitable for light movement
- Target Audience: Healthcare, education, public service, corporate teams.
Core Activities
Situational awareness and perception drills.
Guided reflections connecting martial principles to real-world challenges.
Partner-based activities to practice adaptability and communication.
Grounding and breathing exercises for stress regulation.
Core Principles Introduced in This Program
Zanshin
Maintaining awareness and readiness in dynamic environments.
Ukeireru
Accepting change with stability and grace.
Irimi
Entering challenges with confidence.
Kokoro
Acting from integrity and presence in all professional interactions.
Learning Objectives
Build composure and stress resilience in high-demand conditions.
Develop communication grounded in clarity and emotional intelligence.
Strengthen teamwork through focus, trust, and mutual respect.
Translate movement awareness into professional collaboration and leadership.
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📅 Upcoming Public Workshops
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Atelier en français
27 Sept & 28 Sept 2025
Sat: 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sun: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
10-Hour In-Person Leadership Workshop
French | Paid Event
Location: Gadbois Recreation Complex | 5485 Chemin de la Côte-Saint-Paul, Montreal, QC H4C 1X3
Past Events
May 31 & June 1, 2025
5-Part In-Person Leadership Workshop
French | Paid Event
April 26 & 27, 2025
5-Part In-Person Leadership Workshop
French | Paid Event
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