Ninja of the Month 2025

Mara Spriggs is Kula's February Ninja of the Month! Mara participates in Kula Karate at Redeemer Lutheran, and she is currently ranked an orange belt!  Mara was nominated by her coaches because Mara is always a great example in class and is super supportive and encouraging to the other students. Coach Marly says, "I remember one time another kid was having trouble with his front kick and she told him that 'it's okay, I didn't get it on the first try either - just keep trying!"

Mara values learning karate with other kids and that Kula coaches make learning karate fun! Her favorite thing about Kula is making new friends, learning how to do a snap kick, and having good balance.

Mara's favorite thing about school is learning science, her friends, and the playground! When she grows up, Mara wants to be a veterinarian. Aside from Kula Karate, Mara participates in i9 soccer and Kids Acting Studio. Additionally, Mara loves attending Sunday school and playing with her two dogs Louie and Mayday.

Way to go Mara for being Kula's February Ninja of the Month!

Wolfgang Mata is Kula's January Ninja of the Month! Wolfgang participates in Kula Karate at Highland Park, and he is currently ranked a white belt with two orange stripes.  Wolfgang was nominated by his coaches because Master Wayne says, "Wolfgang is a pretty awesome little dude," and Coach Marly says, "Wolfgang is always on top of his game during class!"

Wolfgang values and loves the tradition of the art and his favorite thing about Kula is the games at the end of class and the Ninja of the Day recognition.

Wolfgang's favorite thing about school is recess, choice centers, and when he gets to play with his friends! When he grows up, Wolfgang wants to be an astronaut, president, or an actor. Aside from Kula Karate, Wolfgang has recently fallen in love with chess. He also participates in the Soccer Shots program. 

Way to go Wolfgang for being Kula’s January Ninja of the Month!