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Martial Arts is not like other sports. No other sport taps into the fundamental human drive to test yourself, to conquer your limits and to defend yourself the way martial arts does. Martial Arts gives people an experience of their body mind and spirit at an incomparable level. Unfortunately, most martial art schools scare off most people by being unwelcoming, or too rigid. Students are forced into a dogmatic curriculum; Learning only what the instructor teaches—which was taught by his / her instructor— which was taught by his / her instructor…

The curriculum ends up being outdated, boring and not styled to the students preference, resulting in an unjust percentage of students who fail to achieve their goal due to lack of interest. Furthermore, achieving a black belt becomes inaccessible with the industry’s standards of conducting business: long term contracts, down payments, membership fees and belt promotion fees. The time has come for change. The time has come for a new martial art. The time has come for a martial art that works for everyone.

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Welcome to Yama — America’s 1st Personal Martial Art

At Yama, it is easy for people of all ages to achieve their personal goals through learning to be Martial Artists.

Yama builds: fit, strong, confident, disciplined, respectable and able to defend kids, teenagers, adults and families.

It is easier and friendlier than ever for someone to start and stick with their training because of our no enrollment fees, no long term contracts and no belt test fees.

Martial Arts Made Accessible OTHER SCHOOLS Enrollment Fees Long Term Contracts Belt Promotion Fees Dogmatic Curriculum Limited Schedule

YAMA No Enrollment Fees No Long Term Contracts No Belt Promotion Fees Personalized Curriculum Flexible Schedule

WE BELIEVE MARTIAL ARTS SHOULD BE ACCESSIBLE. WE BELIEVE MARTIAL ARTS SHOULD BE PERSONAL. WE BELIEVE YOU ARE MARTIAL ARTS.

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Martial Arts Made Personal Yama is America’s first martial art that offers a personal curriculum approach.

Yama recognizes that each student is an individual and his/her martial arts training should reflect his/ her individual wants and needs.

All Yama classes provide a General Education in:

Personalized Curriculum Paths:

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Self Defense Fitness Life Skills Beyond these basic requirements, students are free to personalize their curriculum path based on their interests.

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Tricking (Kicking and Tumbling - Freestyle) Forms (coreographed movements - Traditional, Modern and Weapon Forms) Self Defense (Street Defense and Mixed Martial Arts Basics)

Our Purpose Is To Live Passionately Through Embodying The Martial Arts Spirit. Integrity - Respect - Health - Joy - Perseverance

We are a community that accepts all healthy beliefs and cultures. Tradition is respected while progression and innovation are encouraged.

We are a place that nurtures the contemporary needs of self expression and self defense.

“We Believe, You Are Martial Arts”

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Yama Programs

Specialized Curriculum Paths

YAMA NINJAS (4 - 6 YEAR OLDS) YAMA YOUTH (6YRS - TEENS) “Friendship With a Purpose”

“Activity With a Purpose”

Developmental Growth Martial art is used as an exciting tool to teach more important developmental qualities: • • • •

Fundamental social skills Fundamental motor skills Fundamental cognitive skills Fundamental emotional skills Martial Arts Basics

Students experience an increase in their mental martial arts while having fun learning: • • • •

Kicks Punches Escapes Tumbling skills

Fundamentals Course • • • • • •

4 month course 5 week evaluations White, White 1, Yellow, Yellow 1 Self Defense, Kicking, Tumbling, Forms Cultivate a passion for martial arts Develop mental martial arts including respect, discipline, focus, perseverance and goal setting Upon successful completion of the Fundamentals Course, students earn the privilege to specialize a curriculum path based on their interests. …continued →

All Paths Include • • •

General Education Training in Self Defense, Fitness and Life Skills Belt progression through Black Belt 5 or 10 week evaluations

Students may try out multiple paths, but are encouraged to pick 1 to focus on. If a student wants to specialize in multiple paths, it is recommended to upgrade your training plan.

TRICKING PATH: Jumping, spinning kicks and flips! Tricking is a radical fusion of martial art kicks and acrobatics. This awe-inspiring creative discipline provides Yama students a platform to push the potential of their body’s mechanical movement.

FORMS PATH: Not all Art is made with paint. Forms are choreographed martial arts techniques that blend punches, kicks, blocks and stances to create a beautiful display of physical art. Students gain discipline and control over body as they strive for perfection in their technique.

SELF DEFENSE PATH: Learn how to fight so you don’t have to. Build strength and confidence through learning powerful and effective striking and escape techniques. Empower yourself with self defense skills so you may walk in peace and increase your odds of survival should an attack ever occur.

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Yama Adults FITNESS WITH A PURPOSE Exercise, Personal Defense, Art, Achievement It is our mission to increase the odds of survival should an attack occur. Experience your mind, body and spirit at a whole new level as you train along side peers in the following: • • • •

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Heavy and explosive striking skills: punches, knees, elbows, kicks Quick and effective escape techniques with real world application Cross-training fitness exercises Students’ Curriculum choice of Self Defense Path and/or Art Path

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Training Plans All Training Plans include: • • •

Training to achieve Black Belt No membership fees, down payments, long term contracts or belt testing fees. Month to month agreement with 30 day cancellation policy

Students are welcome to upgrade or downgrade their training at any time.

RECREATIONAL

PROFESSIONAL

2 classes per week $________/month.

6 classes per week $________/month.

Recommended for new students

Recommended for Black White Belt & higher students *Access to Friday Weapon Classes

VARSITY

FAMILY PLANS:

4 classes per week $________/month.

“Families that kick together, stick together!”

Recommended for Orange Belt & higher students

________% discount for 2nd family member ________% discount for 3rd family member ________% discount for 4th family member ________% discount for 5th family member

*Access to Friday Weapon Classes

(Families must share the same address to qualify for discount)

*Prices are subject to change

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Student Resources BASICS

CALL OUTS

● Power Posture • Straight legs, feet shoulder length apart, hands behind back, standing tall, chin up, eyes forward • Why? Scientifically proven to increase confidence (TedX - Amy Cuddy)

Instructor: “How are you doing today?” Students: “Outstanding Sir/ Ma’am! How are you Sir/Ma’am?”

Focus Stance • Straight legs, feet together, hands straight down by sides, standing tall, chin up, eyes forward • What does focus mean? To pay attention. • How do you focus? Focus eyes, mind and body. ● Bow • From Focus Stance, bend at waist, keep back straight, keep hands at sides • Why do we bow? To show respect. • When do we bow/who do we bow to? Entering and exiting the school, entering or exiting the mat, before and after a performance, to your instructors, to your partners, to your parents. ● Defensive Stance • Dominate leg goes behind you, knees slightly bent, hands extend in front of your face with open fingers • Why? Open hands communicate “Stop, stay back, I don’t want to fight.” Your hands are still available to strike and block if needed. The vital center of your body is less exposed to attacks. ● Yes Sir/Yes Ma’am • A signal to your instructors that you are present and understand the instructions. ● Sitting like a Martial Artist • Feet crossed, hands on knees, back straight

Instructor: “Focus clap one!” Students: Clap your hands together one time

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Instructor: “Eyes on who?” Students: “Eye on you Sir/Ma’am!”

Instructor: “Have a seat” Students: “Cross my feet Sir/Ma’am!” Instructor: “Start strong!” Students: “End strong Sir/Ma’am!” Instructor: “Last one!” Students: “Best one Sir/Ma’am!” Instructor: “Are you ready for a challenge?” Students: “Bring it on Sir/Ma’am!” Instructor: “Effort =” Students: “Progress Sir/Ma’am!” Instructor: “Eat, Sleep” Students: “Train!”

PROTOCOL AROUND THE SCHOOL

STUDENT ATTIRE

1. Our school is a house of respect. Respect must be shown to all people and things at all times. 2. Address all instructors by Sir/ Ma’am or by their last name. 3. Bow at the school doors facing inside when entering or leaving the school 4. Bow at the mat’s edge facing inside when entering or leaving the mat. 5. Always have good hygiene. Feet should be clean, clothing washed and odor free, fingernails cut and hair pulled back. Take pride over your appearance. 6. Put shoes and items away neatly. Please do not put any bags on top of the chairs to leave room for spectators 7. Be aware of yourself and be considerate to the students in class and those watching. 8. Sparring, weapons training, or use of the any equipment is with instructor permission and supervision only. 9. Always keep a good attitude, persevere through challenges and have respect for yourself and others. This is your opportunity to grow as a martial artist and human being.

Training Attire We believe that You Are Martial Arts and in keeping with that, we want you to be comfortable when you are training on the mat.

Parent Guidelines 1. We encourage parents to stay and watch their student in class but please refrain from coaching them and steering their attention away from the mat. This is their time for selfdiscovery and to work with the Instructors. 2. Your student’s success relies on a strong Parent, Student, Teacher relationship. Please help us help you by reinforcing our practices and protocol with your student. 3. It is important that you speak up if you have any questions, confusion or if your child is resisting coming to class. The sooner we know of an issue the sooner we are happy to address it.

Class attire protocol: • Uniform and belt, OR • Yama shirt with uniform pants and belt, OR • Yama shirt with black exercise pants (must be 80% black and modestly fit) and belt Graduation, Tournament and Special Event Attire For these special events, students should “Dress for Success.” • Full uniform and belt • Well groomed How to Tie Your Belt Remember to wash your Ghi (uniform) but don’t wash your belt!

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Student Resources MENTAL MARTIAL ARTS

● Ninjas Creed:

1. I will say I can do it, and follow directions with a smile. 2. I will eat healthy foods, and be good to others. 3. I will use my martial arts to help people and to never hurt anyone. Yama Creed: 1. I respect myself, my family, and my community and I make healthy choices everyday to better the world around me. 2. I use common sense before selfdefense and never use my training abusively or offensively. 3. Should someone put me in danger, I am prepared to use my skills with intensity until I feel safe. 4. I have an I can do it attitude. I am dedicated, I am motivated, I am on a quest to be my best.

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YAMA SALUTE

ACHIEVEMENT STRIPES

1. “Focus my energy.” Eyes look through the triangle of your hands, focusing your energy to accomplish your goals or tasks at hand.

Belt Striping: Students can earn colored stripes on their belt signifying special achievements in the Dojang.

2. “Protect my power.” Your fist represents all of your skills and strengths, but we keep it covered as to not show it off or use our skills for harm. 3. “Give my all.” Hands cover your heart as we think “anything worth doing is worth giving my all to.” 4. “Osu!” “Osu” is a Japanese word abbreviation of Oshi Shinobu that gives the meaning of perseverance. Oshi = “Push,” Shinobu = “To endure.” We declare “Osu!” (pronounced Oss!) as we pull our arms across our body reminding ourselves of the strength we have to endure and push through any challenge that comes our way.

WHITE: Earned when a student can tie their belt on properly by themselves. ORANGE: Earned by displaying proper Martial Arts School etiquette (saying hello to the instructors, bowing on and off the mat, etc.). YELLOW: Awarded to students for bringing a guest to class. GREEN: Earned by students who show excellent form in pushups, situps and squats or can kick above their head.

BLUE: Earned by students who can recite the entire Student Creed and Vow of Non Violence. BROWN: Earned by students who look and act like a black belt showing amazing focus, discipline, respect and dedication. RED: Earned by students who display comprehension and proper execution of techniques up to their belt level and are ready to graduate to the next level.

TESTING AND GRADUATIONS Many small goals put together = one large goal. The belt system is a wonderful way to teach this. Students will learn and focus on a 5 week cycle of curriculum. The last week of each cycle is “Red Tip Testing” week. When students come to class this week, they will be tested by their instructor on the material they have been learning during the current cycle. If the Instructor is satisfied with the students comprehension and execution of the curriculum, the student will earn a Red Tip on their belt, signifying they have passed their test and will graduate to the next level.

Graduation Ceremonies are on held on the Friday of Red Tip Testing Week (Thursday for Adults). Parents and spectators are encouraged to attend students’ Graduation Ceremony. Students who attend class on a consistent basis and practice at home should expect to advance each opportunity throughout the colored ranks. It is important to remember that students will perform differently at each level on their quest for the black belt and it is unreasonable to expect perfect technique from lower level students.

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Belt Systems NINJAS BELT CHART● White Belt 5 weeks = White 1 (degree on belt) 5 weeks = Yellow 5 weeks = Yellow 1 5 weeks = Orange 5 weeks = Orange 1 5 weeks = Green Belt 5 weeks = Green 1 5 weeks = Blue Belt 5 weeks = Blue 1 5 weeks = Red Belt 5 weeks = Red 1 5 weeks = Brown Belt 5 weeks = Brown 1 5 weeks = Camo Belt (Full Camo) Total Time to Camo Belt = 1.5 Years

ADULT BELT CHART A student may test and promote to a Camo Belt White Stripe:

Student needs to perform and display proficiency in the following:

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Green Belt or higher Approval by Instructor Must continue into the Youth Program

Student must display Camo Belt level energy, discipline, control and respect: • • • • •

Strong attention stances Full bows Strong Ki-haps Sitting like a black belt Eye contact and listening

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Counting 1-10 in Korean Blocking – inside, outside, low, high (both sides) Falling – Front Fall, Back Fall, Forward Roll Kicking – Front kick, Axe kick, round house kick. Performed above belt level Current Form and Self Defense techniques performed at Camo Belt Level.

White Belt 10 weeks = White/Yellow 10 weeks = Yellow 10 weeks = Yellow 1 (degree on belt) 10 weeks = Orange 10 weeks = Orange 1 10 weeks = Green Belt 10 weeks = Green 1 10 weeks = Blue Belt 10 weeks = Blue 1 10 weeks = Red Belt 10 weeks = Red 1 10 weeks = Brown Belt

10 weeks = Brown 1 10 weeks = Junior Black Belt 10 weeks = JBB 1 10 weeks = JBB 2 10 weeks = JBB 3 10 weeks = JBB 4 10 weeks = Black Belt Candidate 10 weeks = BBC 1 10 weeks = BBC 2 10 weeks = BBC 3 10 weeks = BBC 4 Black Belt Testing approx 2-12 months Total time to Black Belt = 4.5-5 years

STUDENT PROGRESSION

YOUTH BELT CHART● White Belt 5 weeks = White/Yellow 5 weeks = Yellow 5 weeks = Yellow 1 (Degree on Belt) 5 weeks = Orange Orange Belt 5 weeks = 5 weeks = 5 weeks = 5 weeks = 5 weeks = 5 weeks = 5 weeks = 5 weeks = 5 weeks =

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Orange 1 Orange 2 Green Belt Green 1 Green 2 Blue Belt Blue 1 Blue 2 Red Belt

Red Belt 5 weeks = Red 1 5 weeks = Red 2 5 weeks = Red 3 5 weeks = Brown Belt 5 weeks = Brown 1 5 weeks = Brown 2 5 weeks = Brown 3 5 weeks = Black Belt with a with a White Stripe (“Junior Black Belt”) Total time to Junior Black Belt = 2 years Junior Black Belt = Graduate to “Level 2”

Junior Black Belt 10 Weeks = JBB 1 10 Weeks = JBB 2 10 Weeks = JBB 3 10 Weeks = JBB 4 10 Weeks = Black Belt with Red Stripe (“Black Belt Candidate”) Total time to Black Belt Candidate = 3 years Black Belt Candidate 10 Weeks = BBC 1 10 Weeks = BBC 2 10 Weeks = BBC 3 10 Weeks = BBC 4 Black Belt Testing approx 2-12 months Total time to Black Belt = 4-5 years

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MAKEUP CLASSES Students are asked to only attend the amount of classes/week their program allows. However, attendance is based on an average; meaning if a student misses a class one week due to sickness or busy schedule they are encourage to makeup that class by attending more classes in the following week.

HOLIDAYS AND SPECIAL EVENTS The Martial Arts School is subject to be closed for major holidays, Tournaments, Promotion Ceremonies and YAMA Parties. There will be appropriate notice prior to each event, and students are invited to make up their missed time with extra classes.

PUBLIC DEMONSTRATIONS, CLASSROOM VISITS, AND PRIVATE SEMINARS It is a pleasure for us to reach out to the community and offer our knowledge for the benefit of all. We would love to give a demonstration, self-defense seminar or safety talk to any organization or class. We offer an array of different lecture topics or simple to extravagant demonstrations. If you are interested in having us interact with your group, simply let us know!

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Storm Team

Our view on Self Defense

SPECIAL TEAM OF ROLE MODELS

Through training, we develop internal strength and self confidence that projects outwards to the world, communicating “I’m a nice person but the wrong person to mess with.” We also become more aware of our surroundings and have an increased sensitivity to threatening situations, decreasing the potential to ever have to put our skills to the test.

As students become Black Belt Candidates, they become eligible to join our Special Team of Role Models.

STORM Team students can be seen assistant teaching in classes as they gain leadership and responsibility skills.

We are always on the look-out for students who behave and act in-line with Yama’s spirit. If you have a passion for martial arts and want to help others, ask a staff member about how to join the STORM Team.

STORM Team members receive 1 special class per week where they train on teaching techniques and other advanced life skills.

Unfortunately, there is evil in the world. We make it our goal, through training in the martial arts, to increase our odds of survival, should an attack occur.

On the mat you may hear words like “Fight!” “Knock out” and “Choke.” These strong words are used because A: this is the reality of a self defense situation, and B: to paint a picture for the students of the type of intensity required to defend one’s self. Each and every time self defense, weapons or other combat styled material is taught, the students are reminded of Yama’s Vow of Non Violence — teaching us to respect our training and only use self defense in a last resort scenario.

Our students learn to be 100% against fighting unless they are forced to be 100% for fighting (to save their life.)

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