Saturday, May 4, 2024

May 2024 Newsletter

 


Dunamis Karate

May 2024 Newsletter

We have a LOT of BIG things happening this month.  
You’re going to want to make note of these dates now and get them on your personal calendars so you don’t forget anything!

Printable Calendar HERE

Summer Uniforms Begin 5/6

During the months of May through October, students are allowed to wear
a “summer uniform" in stead of the full uniforms.  


The summer uniform consists of shorts (longer than the finger tips)
or workout pants with the Dunamis Karate logo and a Dunamis Karate,
Chuck Norris System, UFAF or UFAF Krav Maga tee shirt.  


Finding a summer uniform is super easy.  You can purchase tees from our pro shop, the UFAF store, or bring us your tee/shorts and we can add the Dunamis Karate logo.

Moms on the Mat

In honor of Mother’s Day, we are hosting MOMS ON THE MAT.

We invite Moms to join their students on the mat on Wednesday/Thursday, May 8-9.

Moms, you are also invited to join the Tuesday/Thursday 7pm Krav Maga class.

Action Hero Photography

Friday, May 10th in HAMPTON

Saturday, May 11th in RIDGELAND

Reserve your time slot in the Dunamis Karate App!

Reserve a time for EACH student … for example, a family of 3 will need 3 time slots!


It is FREE to have your photo taken and be on our school poster.  

If you choose to purchase photos, packages start around $30.

Ridgeland School CLOSED May 16-17

The Ridgeland location will be CLOSED Thursday & Friday, May 16-17.  
All our instructors will be traveling for training.

Hyper Fight Club

May 18th in HAMPTON

May 25th in RIDGELAND

This is the last one of this test cycle!

Remember, purple belts and up must attend

at least one Hyper Fight Club per test cycle!

Panda Fury Parents Night Out

Friday, May 24th 6-9 PM

at Both Locations

Unleash your child's inner panda warrior at Panda Fury!

An evening filled with Kung Fu Panda-inspired games awaits.

From Bao Bun Pass to Panda Dumpling Duel, they'll learn, laugh,

and make new friends in a safe, engaging environment.

Meanwhile, you? Enjoy that well-deserved quiet time or a romantic night out. 


Don't miss out! Reserve a spot for your little hero now! 

Hyper Leadership Training


“Leaders Aren’t Born - They are Made”
Saturday, May 25th 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM


Even if you haven't attended any of the previous modules,
you can still attend this one!! 


Participants will learn these Module 3 Lessons: 

  • Combat Drills

  • Empowerment Zones

  • 5 Strategies to Empower Each Student

  • Empowerment Tips & Tricks

  • Eliminating the 5 De-motivators


Leadership is a Skill that can be Learned by Anyone

This class builds Leadership Power and earns Respect which is the foundation of leadership and helping others.


1. Members practice the teaching/leadership skills with each other in the Leadership Training Sessions. 

2. Members role model in their regular classes. They show their leadership skills and help create the leadership culture in our school. 

3. When members are ready, they help intern in regular classes and events. Learn, Train, Lead, Empower, Earn Respect and then Teach.

CLOSED for Memorial Day

We will be CLOSED for Memorial Day on Monday, May 27th.  No classes will be held!

Belt Testing June 3-6

If you are missing a Black or Red Stripe or low on class attendance, BOOK A PRIVATE LESSON NOW with one of our instructors!  Our time slots are limited so don’t wait too long!!


Registration will open soon!


Register by Monday, 5/27 to Avoid Late Fee!  Late Fee will be added 5/28

Registration will CLOSE COMPLETELY on 5/31


Belt Graduation will be held on Friday, June 14th

Friday, March 29, 2024

 



Dunamis Karate April 2024 Newsletter

We have some exciting things happening this month including black belt testing!!  You’re going to want to read this newsletter carefully and mark your calendars now so you don’t miss anything!  
Printable Calendar HERE

1st Degree Black Belt Test

Saturday, April 6th 10:00 AM in Ridgeland

We have 2 candidates testing for 1st degree black belt on Saturday, April 6th, Mr. Slade Anderson from the Hampton location and Miss Kianah Alvarez from our Online training program.  This event is open to spectators.  

Turtle Mayhem PNO
HAMPTON - Friday, 4/12
RIDGELAND - Friday, 4/26


The Mutant Mayhem PNO will be an interactive game night inspired by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Perfect for kids aged 5-12, this event offers a thrilling blend of action and creativity. 


Your little ninjas will wield padded swords and nunchucks, engage in safe and fun battles, follow along to exciting audio drills, and explore their artistic side with TMNT-themed arts and crafts. Plus, they'll love making and munching on delicious TMNT-inspired snacks. 


It's a fantastic way to engage their energy, spark their imagination, and provide an unforgettable evening of adventure and fun! Join us on for a night filled with ninja excitement! 


Spaces are limited, so sign your young heroes up today for Mutant Mayhem PNO! Use the EVENTS tab in the Dunamis Karate app or use the button below.

Sign Up Now

HAMPTON - Sat. 4/13 at 10:00 AM
RIDGELAND - Sat. 4/27 at 10:00 AM

4th Degree Black Belt Test

Saturday, April 20th in Ridgeland at 10:00 AM

Following the test we will have a series of training seminars for our students who are UFAF members.  Stay tuned for more information on these training opportunities.

Hyper Leadership Training
Saturday, 4/27, 11:00 AM


Leadership is a Skill that can be Learned by Anyone

This class builds Leadership Power and earns Respect which is the foundation of leadership and helping others.


1. Members practice the teaching/leadership skills with each other in the Leadership Training Sessions.

2. Members role model in their regular classes. They show their leadership skills and help create the leadership culture in our school.

3. When members are ready, they help intern in regular classes and events. Learn, Train, Lead, Empower, Earn Respect and then Teach.


This class will cover

  • 8 pad holding movement drills

  • 5 strategies to be charismatic

  • How to give specific Highlights

  • 3 Ways to be a powerful teammate


Acquire the Leadership Skills to Live Your Best Life

  • Increase Motivation, Inspiration and Self -Confidence

  • Build Dedication, Commitment, and Perseverance

  • Develop Social and Friendship Building Skills

  • Learn Valuable Public Speaking and Communication Skills

  • Learn to be a Great Team Player and Empower Others

  • Surround Yourself with a Powerful Community of Positive Friends

  • Accomplishing Meaningful Goals

The world is experiencing a leadership gap! Over 77% of businesses report a lack of leadership ability among new hires, and over 40% say they are looking for leadership skills when hiring new employees or promoting from within.  


This Leadership Program is a multi-faceted system designed to address the critical skills needed to live a meaningful and productive life.


Our Leadership Training Program leverages the insights and skills needed to be a powerful force of change in life and in your community. This program gives you the tools to develop the fundamental skills needed to live an impactful life, and give others the confidence and strength to achieve their goals by being a positive role model and mentor.

Stripe Testing April 29 - May 2

Do your best to attend both your A-day and B-day classes.  If you miss or fail a stripe test you must get a private lesson to make up the test!!

Summer Uniforms Start May 6th

During the months of May through October, students are allowed to wear
a “summer uniform" in stead of the full uniforms.  


The summer uniform consists of shorts (longer than the finger tips)
or workout pants with the Dunamis Karate logo and a Dunamis Karate,
Chuck Norris System, UFAF or UFAF Krav Maga tee shirt.  


Finding a summer uniform is super easy.  You can purchase tees from our pro shop, the UFAF store, or bring us your tee/shorts and we can add the Dunamis Karate logo.

Action Hero Photography

Coming to Hampton May 10
Coming to Ridgeland May 11

Reserve your time slot in the Dunamis Karate App!  Reserve a time for EACH students … for example, a family of 3 would need 3 time slots!

Reserve your spot now through the Dunamis Karate App!

It is FREE to have your photo taken
and be on our school poster.  

If you choose to purchase photos, packages start around $30.

Join Our Members/Parents Group

on Facebook

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

March 2024 Newsletter

Dunamis Karate
March 2024 Newsletter

We have a lot of things happening this month including belt testing and graduation!  Be sure to read this newsletter carefully and mark your calendars now so you don’t forget anything!!

Get a Printable Calendar HERE

Saturday, March 2nd at 10am
Saturday, March 9th at 10am

Red and Black Belts: Start prepping now for your black belt test.  Find out exactly what’s in store for you when it’s your time to test.  Get in the training to be prepared and go into your test with confidence!

This is open to Red and Black Belts only!

Parents Night Out
3/8 in Hampton
3/15 in Ridgeland

The Athlete Games is an exhilarating and creative event for children aged 5 to 12, blending physical challenges and imaginative activities in a safe and fun environment. 


Kids can participate in a variety of games, from the strategy-driven Mockingjay Scavenger Hunt and the Fortress Build competition, to the innovative Capitol Fashion Show and Peeta's Bakery Challenge. The night also includes action-packed activities like Tracker Jacker Tag, Archery Knockdown, and the Athlete Games Final Challenge with events such as Pool Noodle Javelin and Paper Airplane Toss. 


This unique experience not only fosters teamwork and creativity but
also gives parents a well-deserved break, knowing their kids are engaged in
a day full of learning, fun, and adventure.


Secure their spot now and take a much needed night off!  Register through the EVENTS TAB of the Dunamis Karate app!

Hampton - March 9th at 10am
Ridgeland - March 16th at 10am

Purple Belts & Up - this is your last chance to meet your
sparring requirements before belt testing!

March 18-21

  • Limited spots are available for each time slot.  

  • The times are fist come-first served!

  • You must reserve a time for your appropriate rank level.  

  • Arrive early - be dressed and ready! 

  • If you are late you will not be allowed to test. 

  • If you are not pre-registered, you will not be allowed to test! 


TEST REQUIREMENTS: 

* Clean well-fitting white uniform                                  

* Minimum 80% Class attendance

* Membership Program Payments up to date                                                   

* Test fee paid by Monday, 3/11 or $10 late fee will be added.

* Must have earned Black, Red, & Yellow Stripes (Traditional, Combatives, Fitness)

* Flag & Dunamis Patch attached to the uniform (Gold Belts & Up)        

* Active UFAF Membership (Purple Belts & up)

* Fight Night Attendance (Purple & Up – 1 every 3 months)


Register by 3/11 to avoid the late fee!


Register NOW in the Dunamis Karate app!  

Registration will be turned off on 3/15!!

If you do not register before 3/15, you will not be allowed to test!

Test Schedule

Belt Graduation
Friday, March 22

This is an optional time of performance and celebration for students who pass their belt test.  Each student will be able to perform some of their best, most exciting skills for family and friends then receive their new belts.  


The Black Belt Club & Master Club students will also perform.


After you pass your test, register for the graduation.  There is no additional fee to attend, but we want to know who is coming so we can be prepared.

Due to limited space, we will separate students by rank.

New Students, Tiny Tigers & Beginners will have their ceremony at 5:00.

Intermediate & Advanced ranks will have their ceremony at 6:30.


This event will be held at our Ridgeland location:
1000 West Adams St., Ridgeland, SC 29936


Students who do not attend the graduation will get their new belts
at the next regularly scheduled class.
 

Saturday, March 23rd

Red/Black belts who are eligible to test for 1st degree will pretest at 10:00am.  
Mr. DJ will pretest for his 4th degree black belt at 1:00pm.

We will be CLOSED 3/29
for Good Friday

Now Taking Registrations for
Summer Camp

Learn More About Summer Camp