for new members
Check out the links below for infomation you may find helpful as a new or perspective student:frequently asked questions
- I forgot to cancel my membership and just realized that I am still being charged. Can I get a refund?
Martial art training is similar to other services such as cell phones, internet, cable television, insurance, rent, mortgages, etc. Even if the service was not used, it still needs to be paid for. Our policy is that cancellation notices must be submitted in writing in order to take effect and cancel your membership with us in all cases. Missing class or not attending classes for periods at a time does not qualify as legitimate cancellation of your membeship agreement. We require a minimum 30 day written cancellation notice before your last payment is cancelled. As an example, if you cancel on January 1st, your last payment will be February 1st.
- Can I put my membership on hold?
We understand that sometimes life and money circumstances happen. Holding your membership at a reduced monthly rate (with at least two week advanced notice) is a great way to keep you connected as an ongoing member of our academy. The hold would start after the next billing cycle and full payment would resume when notice and regular participation happens. We will hold your membership rate and roster spot for up to 2 months. If circumstance requires more time than we request you notify us so we can discuss options. Holding your membership also guarantees that if prices go up while you are out, your rate will stay the same. It also secures your roster spot will be there when you return. The standard membership hold rate is $50 per month. Putting a membership on hold is not a cancellation notice and does not satisfy our 30 day cancellation notice policy.
- How do I sign-up?
Please call, email or stop by our school to schedule an appointment with us and take advantage of our COMPLIMENTARY one day unlimited class offer. We recommend and encourage you to ask questions, observe classes and/or participate.At the beginning of your appointment and introductory class we will greet and meet, have you fill out a participation waiver and application, discuss your interest and training desires and get you moving in one of our exciting classes!
Lastly, whether you participate in one or more classes, we will leave some time at the end of your class to talk and answer questions about your experience at our academy. We believe that you will remain excited and interested in joining our academy and therefore, ask that you please come prepared with your bank information, cash or credit/debit card. We offer special same day enrollment offers for students that join after their complimentary class.
- What do we teach?
Our academy specializes in authentic Muay Thai kickboxing, Western Boxing, Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Weaponry, Clinch/Ground Boxing, and Fitness Kickboxing.Our programs are taught by certified and authorized instructors. We are proud and honored to offer authentic and legitimate training in the curriculums that we promote.
- How old do I need to be to practice martial arts?
We welcome students starting 7 years old and up. We believe that age should never be used as a limitation or excuse. We believe the key is in learning in a safe, fun and appropriate manner based upon one’s age . Age is a matter of conditioning , consistency, dedication, desire and safe training.
- How fit do I need to be to start?
Start where from you are. Make the self agreement to be dedicated, consistent, disciplined and you will create amazing results for yourself with our assistance. NO EXCUSES!
- Do I need to have previous martial arts experience?
No. Our classes are designed to welcome and support the novice beginner to advanced practioner. We have something for everybody!
- Can I test for belt ranks?
We offer rank promotions but they are not the main emphasis of our academy. We have programs and ranking designed for the general practitioner to the student that would like to become a part of our Instructor Candidate Program. We offer inventory reviews quarterly at this time. Our inventory reviews are fun, supportive and designed for your success and to leave you feeling clear, capable and confident. We believe in the tradition of dedication, hard work, consistency, effort, loyalty , patience and working progressively toward goal achievement.
- Do you have contracts?
Yes. We have membership agreements we feel are a necessary part of our academy’s training experience. Simply stated, we are committed and dedicated to providing the best quality instruction possible, providing a safe and fun learning environment and making sure that our doors remain open to you and our community. We feel your mutual agreement and support is equally as important.
- Do I have to compete or spar?
No. However, we train students interested in competing in authentic Muay Thai matches and Filipino stick fighting competions. We encourage our students to spar only if they desire to and we ensure each student is prepared within progressive drill and sparring methods before they are allowed to participate under a controlled, safe and supervised environment. We believe in building a foundation of sound basics first and foremost.
- Are you an MMA school?
No. We are not specifically an MMA school, however, we teach several of the elements of the sport known as MMA. Our specialty is authentic Muay Thai Kickboxing. We do offer a mixed martial arts phase program which consists of developing students abilities in the primary ranges of combat; weaponry to empty hand striking, standing to ground.