Q: Q: How do I get started and how many classes may we attend?

A: First, complete a participation waiver. Next, pay monthly tuition and one-time registration. Purchase your student’s uniform online (no uniforms from outside schools), come to class. Class availability is based on class location.

Question 1

Q: What style of martial arts will my child learn?

Accepted Answer

A:  Hapkido, Taekwondo, & Mixed Martial Arts.

Question 2

Q: How many years experience do you have?

Accepted Answer

A. Over 25 years.

Question 3

Q: How do I get started and how many classes may we attend?

Accepted Answer

A: First, ​complete a participation waiver. Next, pay monthly​ tuition and one-time registration.
 
Purchase​ your student’s uniform online (no uniforms from outside schools), come to class. 
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Class availability is based on class location.

Question 4

Q: Is there a contractual obligation?

Accepted Answer

A: No, there is no contractual obligation to attend class, however parents must
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read, complete and return a participation waiver along with tuition plus first time
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registration before their child can participate in class.

Question 5

Q: Is a uniform required?

Accepted Answer

A: Yes,  no exceptions. Uniforms must be purchased through I AM Defense. Outside uniforms are not allowed.

Question 6

Q: If my child was previously apart of another martial arts school, may we use his/her old uniform for class?"

Accepted Answer

A: No.

Question 7

Q: Are training shoes required?

Accepted Answer

A: Training shoes are only required for students that train in cafeterias.  Students
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that train in other facilities are not required to purchase shoes however it is
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recommend due to various activities.

Question 8

Q: Can I enroll my child at anytime?

Accepted Answer

A: Yes, we have open enrollment.

Question 9

Q: How long are the sessions and how many times a week?

Accepted Answer

A: Generally classes are held immediately after school. Start times vary between
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3pm-4:30pm. Some classes are held in the evening beginning at 6pm.

Question 10

Q: What can I expect my child to learn?

Accepted Answer

A: Your child will learn basic self-defense techniques first along with basic martial
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arts techniques like universal blocks, kicks and punches and strikes. Once the
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foundation has been established your student will learn advanced levels of the same
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movements along with throws and takedown techniques, combination techniques,
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some forms and advanced locks.

Question 11

Q: Will my child lose weight?

Accepted Answer

A: Most children that attend our martial arts program experience an increase in
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physical ability and improved health.  With consistent attendance and balanced diet,
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your child should experience these same results or better.

Question 12

Q: What is the earliest age a student can begin training?

Accepted Answer

A: We recommend starting students at age 4.

Question 13

Q: When is tuition due?

Accepted Answer

A: Tuition is due the FIRST of each month.

Question 14

Q: What forms of payment do you accept?

Accepted Answer

A: Debit, credit, Paypal, money order, check and cash.

Question 15

​Q: Is there a registration fee involved?

Accepted Answer

A: Yes, there is a standard one-time registration investment per student.

Question 16

Q: What is a belt test?

Accepted Answer

A: A belt test is your student’s opportunity to receive a higher rank for
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displaying proficiency at their current level.  Students are tested on skill,
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preparation, attendance, attitude and spirit.

Question 17

Q: Will my child have a belt test?

Accepted Answer

A: Yes, all students will have the opportunity to qualify for advancement.

Question 18

Q: How long is a belt test?

Accepted Answer

A: Belt test are usually 40-50 minutes long depending on the number of students testing and
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their anticipated rank.

Question 19

Q: Is there an additional investment for testing?

Accepted Answer

A: Yes, belt testing investments are based on testing rank.

Question 20

Q: How often will my child test?

Accepted Answer

A: Although all students may not qualify for every test, belt test are conducted twice
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a year usually at the end of each semester.

Question 21

Q: What is sparring/sparring gear?

Accepted Answer

A: Sparring is when students practice their techniques against fellow training partners. Mock combat. It is one of the best ways for children to improve their martial arts skills 
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Sparring gear is the equipment used to ensure safety when students spar.

Question 22

Q: When will my child be encouraged to spar, is sparring gear required?"

Accepted Answer

A: Students will learn about the importance of sparring once they begin class, however they will not​ be allowed to spar until after their first test or at the instructor’s discretion. Most students are excited to spar and look forward to doing it.

Question 23

​Q:  Is once a week enough for my child to learn Martial arts?

Accepted Answer

A. Yes. Martial arts is a long term activity. Martial arts is a unique activity for children because it involves a lot of self motivation and practice. Children today, are involved in other sports and/or activities. We want to keep it fun. Once a week will prevent burnout and help with scheduling your other extracurricular activities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What style of martial arts will my child learn?

Q: How many years experience do you have?

Q: How do I get started and how many classes may we attend?

Q: Is there a contractual obligation?

Q: Is a uniform required?

Q: If my child was previously apart of another martial arts school, may we use his/her old uniform for class?"

Q: Are training shoes required?

Q: Can I enroll my child at anytime?

Q: How long are the sessions and how many times a week?

Q: What can I expect my child to learn?

Q: Will my child lose weight?

Q: What is the earliest age a student can begin training?

Q: When is tuition due?

Q: What forms of payment do you accept?

Q: Is there a registration fee involved?

Q: What is a belt test?

Q: Will my child have a belt test?

Q: How long is a belt test?

Q: Is there an additional investment for testing?

Q: How often will my child test?

Q: What is sparring/sparring gear?

Q: When will my child be encouraged to spar, is sparring gear required?"

Q: Is once a week enough for my child to learn Martial arts?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What style of martial arts will my child learn?

Q: How many years experience do you have?

Q: How do I get started and how many classes may we attend?

Q: Is there a contractual obligation?

Q: Is a uniform required?

Q: If my child was previously apart of another martial arts school, may we use his/her old uniform for class?"

Q: Are training shoes required?

Q: Can I enroll my child at anytime?

Q: How long are the sessions and how many times a week?

Q: What can I expect my child to learn?

Q: Will my child lose weight?

Q: What is the earliest age a student can begin training?

Q: When is tuition due?

Q: What forms of payment do you accept?

​Q: Is there a registration fee involved?

Q: What is a belt test?

Q: Will my child have a belt test?

Q: How long is a belt test?

Q: Is there an additional investment for testing?

Q: How often will my child test?

Q: What is sparring/sparring gear?

Q: When will my child be encouraged to spar, is sparring gear required?"

​Q: Is once a week enough for my child to learn Martial arts?

Q: Is there a registration fee involved?

Q: Is once a week enough for my child to learn Martial arts?