RMAI NEWS UPDATE

Hello everyone… Happy New Year! As we begin our first full week of classes in the new year, just want to remind everyone that we’ve adjusted the schedule slightly to allow for a White Belt only class.. This class will help shape beginners with tailored lessons to their experience level. In addition, the Orange through Brown class will reflect a quicker, more dynamic pace to challenge the students! If you have any questions, or issues with the schedule… see a staff member right away.

Also, another reminder that this week is STRIPE week! Get your training in, and work hard to get leveled up. Remember, just attending class is not enough to be rewarded with the stripe… knowing the material, and executing at as high a level as possible is the key. Students should understand that the question we get a lot after class “Can I show you my ____?” Is usually met with a ‘no’. Students should perform their best to receive stripes… IN THE CLASS!

…and furthermore. (this is directed towards the parents) Do your best to arrive in class ON TIME! Let’s start 2026 with a good habit of arriving in time for the ‘Bow in’ at the start of class.

RMAI VIP CLUB SCHEDULE

Here are the dates and times for 2026 in the VIP club.

January 14 4:00pm

January 19 4:00pm

February 21 9:00am

STRIPE WEEK

January Stripe week: 1/5 – 1/10

February Stripe Week 2/9 – 2/14

March Stripe Week 3/9 – 3/14

GUP TESTING

January testing 1/12/2026 (Monday)

February testing 2/16/2026 (Monday)

March testing 3/16/2026 (Monday)

RED BELT TESTING:

Saturday January 31st 1:00pm is the next Red Belt Test

BLACK BELT 65% QUALIFYING EXAM – NEW INFORMATION!!

The date for the first black belt pre-exam is Friday 3/20/2026. 5:30pm

ANYONE who holds the rank of RED and above is invited to come an ‘try’ it.

ANYONE who is eligible in the year 2026 (even December final) is invited to also try it as an accurate way to determine level of readiness You know… for the fun of it.

UPCOMING RMAI HOLIDAYS

April 3 – April 5 Easter Break

See you TONIGHT!!