Our charter school program is a non-combative version of our in-house curriculum. Students focus less on the sports application of martial arts and place a greater focus on the self-defense aspect.
Tae Kwon Do - Jiu Jitsu - Boxing Fundamentals
Our physical focuses revolve around our three core styles.
Tae Kwon Do - For flexibility, combination memorization, and footwork. TKD students usually do well in other sports due to the footwork development.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - Ground Defense, positional recovery, and control positions. Jiu-Jitsu teaches students how to get out of compromised positions. Most altercations end up on the ground, and we like our students to be prepared. Jiu-Jitsu is a skill that has many physical and mental benefits.
Boxing Fundamentals - For flinch response, hand placement, and striking defense. The best offense is a great defense. Our boxing curriculum helps students to mature their reflexes.
Although we practice strikes and blocks, we highly encourage non-combative approaches.
“I do not teach you to fight. I teach you to protect yourself. If used correctly, your words and attitude will get you further than your hands ever could.”
-Mr. Lamar
Character Development - Situational Awareness - Mental Fortitiude
Character Development - Our principles help to instill respect, focus, integrity, and self-control.
Situational Awareness - Our programs help to outline boundaries, encourage students to speak up and advocate for themselves, and sort through when appropriate force is necessary.
Mental Fortitude - Our program helps to develop fortitude by teaching students to breathe, calm themselves, and find solutions.
“You can’t kick and punch all of your problems.”
-Mr. Forsythe
Comfort
Since we do not strike in our charter school program, we do allow students to grapple using Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques. With Jiu Jitsu being a “close proximity” skill set, students are highly encouraged to vocally state their comfort level.
Yes, I understand and am comfortable.
Yes, I understand, but I am not comfortable with that.
No, I am not comfortable with that.
-We encourage students to state their comfort and understanding so that we respect their boundaries. No student is ever to feel insecure about setting boundaries. Boundaries are highly encouraged and considered.
Control Positions vs. Submissions
To prevent injury, students are not taught submission techniques. Instead, we employ control positions.
Control positions are positions to manage the threat of another person without striking.
Students with prior training are placed in teaching positions for our peer-led groups, but for the safety of others, they are still not allowed to employ submission positions.
Guides
Training with Opposite Gender
Students are only allowed to train with the opposite gender upon request and upon instructor approval.
Instructor approval is according to the following standards.
Parent/Personal comfort. If parents say no, then it’s no.
There are no religious and/or cultural boundaries.
Students have reached a point in their jiu-jitsu training where instructors feel they are either ready for a challenge and/or have enough control of their power to secure positions without injuring others.
Instructor Demonstration - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
At times, instructors will partner with a student either to demonstrate a technique, encourage/build confidence in a student, or test a student's skill before allowing that student to lead a peer group. Instructors adhere to these standards when partnering with students.
Parent/Personal comfort. If parents say no, then it’s no.
There are no religious and/or cultural boundaries.
Student has given verbal permission that they understand the technique and position.
The instructor has athletic wear and uniform pants.
Q: Can my child bring their belt from another martial arts school?
A: Yes. As long as a student demonstrates the leadership expected of their rank, then we will honor their belt. However, when we do our Tip advancement, students with belts from outside of the program cannot receive a tip on that belt.
*We cannot replace a belt from an outside school.
FAQ
Q: Does my child need to wear their uniform each day?
A: Yes. Being prepared and in uniform is a standard that we ask parents and teachers to assist us with. Parents are encouraged to notify the homeroom teacher should any concerns arise.
*Teachers will communicate if the weather becomes a concern.
Q: The program used to just be Tae Kwon Do, why was Jiu-Jitsu added?
A: As our knowledge as instructors increases, so does our program and curriculum. Jiu-Jitsu teaches students how to get out of compromised positions. Most physical altercations end up on the ground. We would rather students have the techniques and never need them, than to one day need them and not have them.
Q: I have a medical, proximity, or safety concern for my student.
A: Your conerns are our concerns. We are here to support home. Please notify the assigned grade-level teacher of any concerns. If the onsite administration suggests an in-person meeting, we are happy to schedule a time with you.
If you have any concerns or questions not addressed here, please contact your assigned grade-level teacher.
Thank You