- I am out of shape, can I still do this?
- Do you offer private lessons?
- What kind of a belt system do you use?
- How do you get promoted?
- Are there other fees (besides standard tuition)?
- How much is a uniform?
- When is the best time to start a class?
- I want to learn Kung Fu, but I am very shy... how can I overcome this? What should I do?
Q: I am out of shape, can I still do this?
A: Yes! Absolutely! Everyone learns at their own pace. Since Fighting Dragons is a personalized training system, it is suitable for everyone. It is important to know that no matter what shape you are in, if you use your body correctly anyone can become an effective fighter.
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Q: Do you offer private lessons?
A: Yes! Although it is more expensive per lesson, you also get a lot more out of one private lesson than a regular class because you are one on one with the instructor. If interested, please call to make arrangements.
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Q: What kind of a belt system do you use?
A: For the adults, you start with white, then yellow, green, green 2, brown, brown 2, black. There are eight degrees of black, the eighth is given the title of Master.
For the kids, the same belts are there, with several additional colors. The added ranks are made to promote self esteem and motivation, and to indicate progress.
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Q: How do you get promoted?
A: There are no tests (right now). Traditionally, there have not been tests for belt ranking. The instructors see the students' abilities every night and are able to judge from this whether or not a student is worthy of being promoted.
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Q: Are there other fees (besides standard tuition)?
A: No! I do not charge for anything except monthly tuition. There are service charges if you wish to order a new uniform or other products, but that only applies if you want to buy something (completely optional)
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Q: How much is a uniform?
A: Standard uniform carries a $30 service charge (i.e., you pay $30 total), but one uniform is included free with your first paid month (call for more details on the free uniform offer)
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Q: When is the best time to start a class?
A: Right now! Classes are ongoing. Thanks to the well developed year round lesson plans at the school, any time is a good time to start!
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Q: I want to learn Kung Fu, but I am very shy... how can I overcome this? What should I do?
A: The relatively easy answer is private lessons. I have had many students start as private students until they felt comfortable; then they joined the regular class.
The other answer is this; it is ok to be shy... you will still learn! Many students come in shy, but the atmosphere at Fighting Dragons is one of respect and kindness. Everyone (current students) remembers when they first started, and so are very friendly and willing to help with newcomers. Furthermore, I usually work one-on-one with newcomers to help them feel comfortable and, obviously, to learn the first basic moves. You won't feel lost when you start. There is a lot of stuff to learn on the first night, but you don't have to learn it all at once. You will learn at your own pace and an instructor will always be there to help you! :)
Finally, if you have doubts or fears, just call me! You can also come in and talk to me or another instructor any time.
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