Sunday, January 29, 2017

February 2017 Newsletter

February is FULL of action - Read on!

Dunamis Karate News February 2017

This month is packed with things you need to know, so read carefully and mark your calendars now so you don’t miss anything.  If you have questions about any of these upcoming things, let us know!

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Ridgeland students can enroll here.
Hampton students enroll here.

Printable Calendar, Newsletter, Test Form, Goodwill Tournament Flyer & Registration Form
FREE Krav Maga Force Class
Tue. 1/31  7:00 PM
Ages 13 and up only

Krav Maga Force is a no nonsense self defense system that you can learn today and be able to use tonight!  Come experience KMF for yourself … and feel free to bring a friend with you!
Tee Shirt Week
Feb. 6-9

For a $1 donation, students will be allowed to wear a t-shirt to class in place of the gi tops.  All money raised will go toward mission projects in Liberia, West Africa. 
Hyper Fight Club
& Pizza Night

Friday, Feb. 10

  6:00-7:30 PM   -  $10
Join us for this fun fight night followed up with 2 slices of pizza and some great fellowship.

NOTE:  Sparring is apart of your belt requirements.   Intermediate students (Purple - Blue) are required to attend at least one fight night per test cycle.  Advanced students (Blue/Green - Black) are required to attend at least 2 fight nights per test cycle.
Belt Testing
HAMPTON 2/20

RIDGELAND 2/23-2/24


            Test Requirements:
  • Minimum of 80% class attendance
  • Tuition payments up to date
  • Test Form and Test Fee $20 turned in week prior to testing (After 2/16 there will be a $10 late fee)
  • Flag & Dunamis Patch attached to uniform (Gold Belts & Higher)
  • Active UFAF Membership with Patch on uniform (Purple Belts & Higher)
  • Attend Fight Night (One for Purple-Blue and TWO for Blue/Green & Up)

Goodwill Tournament
February 25th
Lady's Island


Every year our students look forward to competing at the Goodwill Tournament and this year is no different.  It’s really your only chance to compete this close to home.  Students of all ages and ranks can compete in up to 3 events for just $45 and every competitor will receive a beautiful trophy.  There will even be special divisions for the Tiny Tiger age students.  Pre-register before Feb. 18 to get the $45 rate.  Registration forms available at the pro-shop.
Hampton Fun Night
Friday, Feb. 3rd  
FREE
Kids – Hyper Bully Defense 5:45 PM
Adults – UFAF Krav Maga Force 6:30-7:30 PM 
KMF Guest Day
Tuesday, Feb. 7th 
The KMF Student who brings the most guests to class on Tuesday, Feb. 7th will get a FREE KMF Tee!
Tournament Prep Class
Weapons 
Friday, Feb. 17    6:00-7:00    $5.00
Do you want to compete with a weapon at the Goodwill Tournament? Do you want to just learn a weapon for fun? These classes are for you! We offer training with the Bo Staff or Nunchucks. Students may choose from either of these weapons!
Tournament Prep Class
Katas 
Friday, Feb. 24    6:00-7:00    $5.00
Let's fine-tune your kata for the Goodwill Tournament.  This class is fore EVERYONE who plans to attend the Goodwill Tournament.  We will help you choose which form is the best fit for your competition and give you tips to impress the judges and increase your scores!
Bring a Friend Week
Feb. 27-March 2
Bring a Friend to Class with you this week only!
PARENTS: We are having a MEMBERSHIP DRIVE… if you/your child brings a friend who enrolls by March 9, you will receive a $25 Gift Card!!

This goes fore EVERY FRIEND who enrolls!  We will give you a $25 gift card for every friend who enrolls as a new student by March 9th. 
Upcoming Events:
Parent’s Night Out Nerf War 3/3
Ladies KMF Self Defense Course 3/4
Membership Drive ends 3/9
Hyper Fight Club & Pizza 3/10
Youth Black Belt Pre-Test 3/11
Next Belt Test 4/17 Hampton, 4/19-20 Ridgeland
Regional Black Belt Test & Workouts in North Augusta, SC 4/21-4/22
Youth 1st Degree Black Belt Test 4/29
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Monday, January 23, 2017

Belt Testing is quickly approaching.

Belt Testing is quickly approaching.  


Hampton students will test on Monday 2/20.
Ridgeland students will test on Wednesday or Thursday, 2/22 or 2/23.


Don't wait until the last minute to check this list of requirements and make sure you/your child are eligible to test.

  • Gold Belts & Up
    1. Minimum of 80% class attendance
    2. Tuition payments up to date
    3. Test Form and Test Fee $20 (to be turned in the week prior to testing)
      1. Download test form here.
    4. Flag patch attached to left shoulder
    5. Dunamis patch attached to right shoulder

  • Purple Belts & Up
    1. Minimum of 80% class attendance
    2. Tuition payments up to date
    3. Test Form and Test Fee $20 (to be turned in the week prior to testing)
      1. Download test form here.
    4. Flag patch attached to left shoulder
    5. Dunamis patch attached to right shoulder
    6. Active UFAF Membership
      1. visit www.ufaf.org and register as a new member
    7. UFAF patch attached to left chest
    8. Attend at least one "Fight Night"
  • Blue/Green & Up
    1. Minimum of 80% class attendance
    2. Tuition payments up to date
    3. Test Form and Test Fee $20 (to be turned in the week prior to testing)
      1. Download test form here.
    4. Flag patch attached to left shoulder
    5. Dunamis patch attached to right shoulder
    6. Active UFAF Membership
      1. visit www.ufaf.org and register as a new member
    7. UFAF Patch attached to left chest
    8. Attend at least TWO Fight Nights