Hello everyone,

MLK DAY -Holiday Camp CANCELLED

Important!! Tomorrow's,(1/15/24) MLK DAY Holiday Camp has been CANCELLED. We apologize for any inconvenience it may have caused, but we will not be having the day camp tomorrow. There will be an open mat training from 12:00-2:00pm however for those who may want some extra practice time, and we WILL be open for regular classes, and testing tomorrow.

The Following information is re-broadcasted from the last email.

1/15/24 GUP TESTING

On Monday 1/15 we will be holding our GUP testing. In the last two years we've experimented with different formats regarding testing. We want to announce that in 2024 we will be returning to our ORIGINAL format, which is: MONDAY belt exams will be given, and FRIDAY passing students will be promoted. The week long testing format in classes, did not produce the intended results. Students who wish to move up in rank, should make arrangements to be at the studio ON TIME on the day of the test to be considered for advancement. The loose format we adopted over the last few years actually was detrimental to the advancement of the students, the original format was considerably better.

The following people are eligible for promotion if they acquire all of their progress stripes:

Little Champions 4:30pm

Grant Tripler

Avi Mamtani

Young Gladiators 5:00pm

Jesse Saliba

Leander Spina

Nicholas Dukaj

Sam Randolph

Theodore Mirau

Abdelrahim Menadli

Bryson Barrett

Cora Powell

Elliot Acker

Elson Deng

Anna Purcell

Warrior Training 6:30pm

Zion Babbitt

If for whatever reason you cannot make this testing time, you need to schedule a private exam with an instructor.

1/18/24 WILMINGTON FRIENDS SCHOOL Martial Arts Program.

Our newest affiliate program begins at 3:30pm on Thursday 1/18. For any Black Belts who are interested in assisting in this program should see Master Celona. You must provide your own travel.

1/19/24 GUP GRADUATION 7:00pm

Students who pass the test on Monday will be promoted Friday 1/19

DEMO TEAM

In case you are unaware, we are forming our Demonstration Team for the Winter/Spring 2024 Season. The team is currently in the planning stages for its performance at the upcoming PMAA tournament. Students in the Young Gladiators class and the Warrior Class are eligible. Spots are limited, so sign up today. Practices will be every other Saturday (after regular classes) Sign up sheet is in the lobby. See Mr. Kurchan for more details.

3/23/24 BLACK BELT EXAM #1 9:00am -no classes

4/13/2024 PMAA CHAMPIONSHIPS @Strath Haven High School (ALL STUDENTS INVITED)

4/27/24 BLACK BELT EXAM #2 9:00am - no classes

5/18-19/24 MARTIAL FUSION PART 2 with Chris Hanson from Karate Unity (more information to follow soon)

5/24 - 5/27 MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND (studio closed)

6/8/24 PMAA FINAL BLACK BELT EXAM @RMAI -no classes

6/17-21 SUMMER CAMP WEEK 1

6/24-28 SUMMER CAMP WEEK 2

7/27/24 BEACH WORKOUT -OCEAN CITY, NJ

I hope all of this information helps. Enjoy your week.

RMAI MANUAL

For those who lost the link, or accidentally deleted it... or maybe it went into spam.. Here's the student manual:- RMAI MANUAL PDF

SEMINAR BOOKING

We are booking self-defense seminars for groups of about 10 or more. This is perfect for small business owners and social groups looking for team building, self-defense training, or just something fun and different. Seminars can take place at RMAI or at your facility. Email mailto:mastermcelona@gmail.com for more information.