Hello Parents and Students!
Welcome to the Spring 2025 Semester with Sensei Sean, Sensei Ashton, and Sensei Dave. Please read the "Important Weekly Notice" as it may pertain to class location changes, class time changes, or information your student will need for the week. Beyond that there is a "General Information" section which will have common class information.
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IMPORTANT WEEKLY NOTICE!
Please read this weekly for any last-minute schedule changes, added classes, location changes, and other upcoming important events.
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SPECIALS CHANGE!
Starting this week specials will be changing to Sparring in order to prepare for the tournament. Bring your sparring gear and your sparring form! This is for both Ashton Ranch and Canyon Ridge.
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CANYON RIDGE CLASS TIME CHANGE!!
Students in the 2:15 pm class will be attending the 1:30 pm Class starting this week. Please note the NEW schedule for Canyon Ridge.
* 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM : ORANGE BELTS & ABOVE; ADULTS
* 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM : SPECIALS ($4.00) - TONFA
* 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM : BLUE & PURPLE BELTS
* 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM : BEGINNER/WHITE, YELLOW, & GREEN BELTS (all ages)
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HOMEWORK
**Please write the student's name on a small piece of paper and the chore. It will be exchanged for a ribbon at the end of the class. This will also make the process faster when leaving.**
Practice tying your belt
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PHOENIX VALLEY OF THE SUN KARATE TOURNAMENT
Come and show what you have learned! All ranks are welcome to register!
WHEN: Saturday, April 5th & Sunday, April 6th
WHERE: Washington High School: 2217 W Glendale Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85021
Please click the link above for more information!
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GET THE GEAR!
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Please read this weekly for any last-minute schedule changes, added classes, location changes, and other upcoming important events.
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CLASS SCHEDULES
**Times and classes are subject to change depending on the number of students in each class**
ASHTON RANCH MIDDLE SCHOOL - THURSDAY NIGHTS
* 5:45 PM - 6:30 PM BEGINNER (AGES 4-7)
* 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM BEGINNER, YELLOW, AND GREEN BELTS (AGES 8+)
* 7:30 PM - 8:00 PM SPECIALS ($4.00) - SWORD
* 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM BLUE BELTS AND ABOVE; ADULTS
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CANYON RIDGE - SATURDAYS
* 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM : ORANGE BELTS & ABOVE; ADULTS
* 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM : SPECIALS ($4.00) - TONFA
* 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM : BLUE & PURPLE BELTS
* 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM : BEGINNER/WHITE, YELOW, & GREEN BELTS (all ages)
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BEFORE COMING TO CLASS
* Parents please be sure to check in online prior to coming to class every week
** You will not need to do this for the first class, as students are automatically checked in when you register
** Online Check-In can be done through the ActivStars App or on the ActivStars Athletics Website (the link is in my signature below)
* Parents please check in with the class secretaries upon arrival every week. If they are not checked in in person, then they will be marked absent.
** This is to ensure proper attendance for each student
* Please be sure to read the Parent Helper Guidelines below if you would like to participate as a Parent Helper
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CLASS ETIQUETTE
* Students please bow before entering/exiting facing inside of the dojo (gym/cafeteria)
* Students please take off shoes or wear karate shoes
** Shoes can be placed in a designated area provided by the instructor
** KARATE SHOES can be purchased if students do not wish to go barefoot.
* Students please bow before leaving the dojo (gym/cafeteria)
* Students please use "Yes, Sir" or "Yes, Ma'am" during class
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PARENT HELPER
Parents/Guardians can come to class to watch by becoming a Parent Helper. Please sign the Yellow Sheet at the check-in desk in order to become a Parent Helper. Please read the Parent Helper Guidelines.
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PARENT HELPER GUIDELINES
* If you sign in as a Parent Helper, then you will be required to assist with class/practice. Parent Helpers are NOT allowed to sit down and merely observe the class. If we allow this, then other parents will view this as unfair.
* Please sign the Parent Helper sign-in sheet before assisting in class/practice.
* Please do NOT bring other children to class - (i.e., a younger sister or brother)!
* Parent Helpers AT NO TIME may discipline students, always alert the instructor or Coach to problems. ALWAYS BE COURTEOUS & POLITE WHEN TALKING WITH STUDENTS & PARENTS.
* Please use a calm and reassuring tone of voice while talking to students.
* Use positive reinforcement towards students. Example "Good job, you're doing very well!" Never "belittle a student."
* Parent Helpers must always go in pairs when escorting students to bathrooms. If no other parent helpers are available have the class secretary or advanced student assist you.
* Please be as quiet as possible during class/practice, noisy helpers will be asked to wait outside.
* Parent Helpers at no time may get into inventory/merchandise, drop box, or class materials without consent of the instructor or coach.
* Please dress in appropriate clothing to assist. Example, do not wear bikini tops, miniskirts, T-shirts with foul language, etc.
