FAREWELL

It has been an honor..

In October of 2016 Valhalla Krav Maga opened its door to everyone and anyone who wanted to get stronger, safer, healthier. Samantha and I had no idea what to expect, we had no idea who (if anyone) would show up. We had a dream and we wanted to make that dream a reality. We had a goal, and we were going to see that goal through to the very end.

Since then, hundreds of people have trained at Valhalla, countless classes have been held, tests have been run and passed. People have pushed themselves far beyond their perceived limits. They have reached goals that they didn’t think they could. Fears and doubts were conquered. Confidence was grown and nurtured. I was constantly amazed and humbled at how hard our students worked. How much dedication they showed to their craft. How much dedication and responsibility they showed to their personal safety and health.

Valhalla Krav Maga could never have been what it was without our students. For them I am forever grateful for the trust, blood, sweat, and tears. I am forever grateful that they helped build a community from different backgrounds into one mission: make their corner of the world just a little bit safer. I truly hope that you all continue your journey, it is an amazing path and you’ve all just really started. Please continue to Walk in Peace.

Valhalla Krav Maga could never have been what it was without our dedicated instructors from Hunter, Ian, Bee, Maria, Troy, Emily & Rachel I thank you for the amazing classes you taught. I thank you for all the hard work behind the scenes, the work that few saw, but all benefitted from.

Valhalla Krav Maga could never have been what it was without my wife, Samantha. She was the one who convinced me to open Valhalla in the first place. Her belief in me kept me going during the hard times and the great times. Her passion for helping others is unmatched. She always made everyone feel welcome and included.

My Krav Maga journey is not over, nor am I done teaching. In the following months, I will be guest teaching at Krav Maga Wolfpack and RHMMA Krav Maga. I still have a 2nd Dan to get and I am no where near done.

This is Farewell, but it is not good-bye. This is the closing of one chapter but the story isn’t over. I believe that at our best, we are meant to keep pushing, keep striving, and to keep learning. I believe that we can make a difference for the betterment of our fellow humans by being the best version of ourselves as often as we can. I have tried to always give you, my students, the very best of me.

KIDA!!

Don Lams