Irwin Carmichael

08/09/2026

I hope everyone is having a blessed Sunday! ❤️🙏Friends, family & community — I’d like to personally invite you to come see what we’ve been working on at our venue- Carmichael Farm at South Mountain!

This venue means a great deal to our family, and I’m excited to open the doors and welcome everyone out for our “Open House” this Saturday, August 15th from 11:00 AM–3:00 PM.

Come walk around, tour the property, enjoy some popcorn and refreshments, meet the team and see all the possibilities Carmichael Farm has to offer.

You don’t have to be planning a wedding to come! If you’re planning any type of event, or just a friend, neighbor, local business owner, vendor, community member—or you’ve simply been curious about the Farm—I’d love for you to stop by.🎉🍿🥂💕

Bring your family. Bring a friend. Come stay awhile.

We hope to see a lot of familiar faces Saturday!

Carmichael Farm at South Mountain

“Where Memories Meet the Mountains”

07/27/2026

🎉❤️Let’s begin this week by recognizing the people who keep our communities moving forward.

Educators walk into classrooms each day prepared to lead, encourage and bring out the best in their students. Healthcare professionals step into demanding situations with knowledge, compassion and a commitment to caring for others.

These professions require patience, courage and a heart for service. That deserves more than a quick thank-you—it deserves genuine recognition.

MATI• Martial Arts Training Institute is offering a special opportunity for educators and healthcare workers:

🍎 Educators: use code EDUCATOR
🩺 Healthcare professionals: use code HEALTHCARE

Register for a qualifying 2026 CCH course by July 31, 2026, and receive a free pepper spray with your registration.

We are also giving away two free CCH class seats. Like the original post, recognize an educator or healthcare professional in the comments and share it to help us spread some well-deserved appreciation.

Thank you for the important role you play in the lives of others. Your service strengthens our entire community.

— Irwin

📞 704-391-9999
🌐 MATI.com

07/26/2026

Be sure to head over and Stand with Heroes! Their 2nd Annual “Stand with Heroes” Gala will be held at Carmichael Farm at South Mountain on September 11th at 5:30pm.

For ticket, sponsor or auction items donations visit www.StandWithHeroesGala.com

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🎉 TWO MORE TABLES ARE OFFICIALLY FILLED! 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙

We are excited to announce that “The Patriot”Table and “The Heroes” Table have officially been filled thanks to the incredible generosity of Yates Construction!

Their support is helping us fill the room, honor those who serve and create an unforgettable evening of celebration, gratitude and impact at the 2nd Annual “Stand with Heroes” Gala.
Stand with Heroes Gala & Family Day

Every table purchased helps us recognize and support our U.S. Armed Forced, veterans, first responders, law-enforcement officers, healthcare workers, educators and military families—and brings us one step closer to a full room on September 11.

There are still several hero tables available:

🤍 The Freedom Table
🚓 The Blue Line Table
🚒 The Firefighter Table
🩺 The Healthcare Heroes Table
🍎 The Educator Heroes Table
🪖 The Military Families Table

Purchase a table for your business, organization, church, family or team—or sponsor a table so deserving heroes can attend.

Who will be the next to help us Fill the Room for Our Heroes?

📅 September 11, 2026
📍Carmichael Farm at South Mountain
🌐 StandWithHeroesGala.com

Thank you, Yates Construction, for standing with our heroes and investing in our community!

07/25/2026

As someone who has spent decades serving our community, I have tremendous respect for the men and women who dedicate their lives to educating, caring for, and supporting others.

Our educators shape the future every single day, and our healthcare professionals provide compassion, strength, and care during some of life’s most important moments. Both deserve to be recognized and appreciated.

MATI• Martial Arts Training Institute is proud to offer special promotions for these incredible professionals:

🍎 Educators: Use code EDUCATOR
💙 Healthcare Professionals: Use code HEALTHCARE

Register for a qualifying 2026 Concealed Carry Handgun course by July 31, 2026, and receive a free pepper spray with your qualifying registration.

We are also giving away two FREE CCH class seats, with winners announced September 1st.

‼️🎉Be sure to head over to the MATI page, give us a follow, and stay connected for:

• Updated class schedules
• Upcoming promotions
• Special contests and giveaways
• Firearm-safety information
• New training opportunities
• Important announcements

No previous firearm experience is necessary. Our goal is to provide a safe, professional, and supportive environment where every student can become more knowledgeable, confident, and prepared.

To every educator and healthcare worker: THANK YOU for all you do for our families and our communities. I look forward to meeting you and training with you soon.

📞 704-391-9999
🌐 www.MATI.com

Confidence today. Safety tomorrow. Stronger community.

07/24/2026

It’s Thursday Trivia!

Here’s tonight’s question:

True or false: You must already have firearm experience before taking a Concealed Carry Handgun Course.

The answer is FALSE!

At MATI• Martial Arts Training Institute , no previous experience is necessary. Our goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and professional learning environment where students can become more knowledgeable, confident, and prepared.

Tonight, I also want to recognize two groups I deeply respect: educators and healthcare workers. You spend your days teaching, caring for, encouraging, and protecting others, and your service to our communities does not go unnoticed.

Register for a qualifying 2026 Concealed Carry Handgun Course by July 31 and receive a FREE pepper spray with your registration.

🍎 Educators: Use code EDUCATOR
🩺 Healthcare Workers: Use code HEALTHCARE

I look forward to meeting you and training with you soon!

— Sheriff Irwin Carmichael

📞 704-391-9999
🌐 MATI.com

07/23/2026

🛡️ Training Thursday™

Where Those Who Protect Others Learn to Protect Themselves.

🚨 It’s TRAINING THURSDAY at MATI• Martial Arts Training Institute !🚨

At MATI, we believe the people who dedicate their lives to serving others deserve every opportunity to protect themselves.

Whether you’re shaping young minds in the classroom or caring for patients on the front lines, we see your sacrifice, we value your commitment, and we THANK YOU.

❤️ To every educator…Thank you for inspiring, encouraging, and preparing the next generation.

💙 To every healthcare worker…Thank you for serving with compassion, strength, and unwavering dedication during life’s most challenging moments.

As a small token of our appreciation, register for any qualifying 2026 Concealed Carry Handgun Course by July 31 and receive a FREE Pepper Spray with your registration.

REGISTER: https://www.mati.com/concealed-carry
🎯 Use Promo Code:
EDUCATOR (Educators)
HEALTHCARE (Healthcare Workers)

At MATI, we’re committed to providing a safe, professional, confidence-building environment where you’ll learn:

✅ NC/SC Concealed Carry Laws
✅ Firearm Safety & Responsible Handling
✅ Situational Awareness
✅ Real-Life Defensive Scenarios
✅ Home, Workplace & Classroom Safety
✅ Confidence & Peace of Mind

You spend your careers protecting others. Let us help you protect yourself.

We have the utmost respect and appreciation for every educator and healthcare professional who serves our communities each day, and we look forward to welcoming you to the MATI family and training alongside you soon.

📞 704-391-9999
🌐 www.MATI.com