The Black Belt Club is a club within the school for students that have made a commitment to earn their Black Belt by showing Black Belt Excellence in everything that they do at the Academy, at home, and in school or work. These students fully understand what it means to be a Black Belt, they are aware they need to set their goals high and stay committed to those goals both mentally and physically. This club is comprised of other students with this same common goal in order to support each other and supply the necessary motivation and instruction so that each student fulfills their dream. Your membership in the Black Belt Club opens up a whole new world for your growth as a martial artist. By fully using the privileges of membership, you will accelerate your learning, strengthen personal development attributes, and most of all, move into the inner circle of your school. Martial arts is an exciting activity that has a powerful impact on the lives of its practitioners. However, that impact is in direct proportion to the level of personal commitment you put forth toward earning your black belt. |
AMERICAN BLACK BELT ACADEMY |
BLACK BELT TRAITS * The black belt represents high personal standards. * Black Belts have high levels of self-confidence in their ability to folow through and get the job done despite any obstacles. * Black Belts have razor sharp focus and concentration skills. * Black Belts are secure in their ability to take care of themselves and feel no need to showoff or bragg. * Black Belts understand the importance of respect and courtesy. * Black Belts develop intense levels of self-discipline and self-control that aid them in all areas of achievement. * Black Belts finish jobs. The world is full of great starters, but Black Belts realize that it's the completion of the final 10-15% of a project that separates the best of us, from the rest of us. * Black Belts are healthy coordinated people who value their physical and mental well-being. They are less apt to fall into abusive habits that might threaten their sense of wellness. * Black Belts are leaders. (Leadership training is an important aspect of advanced level training in the martial arts. Black Belts place a strong value on contribution and service to others. Black Belt training teaches that we can have anything in life we want as long as we help as many people as possible achieve what they want in life. |
MEMBERSHIP QUALIFICATIONS |
The Selection Process Our instructors are experts at determining which students have the necessary attributes for going "all the way." Based on our experience, we feel that students displaying the following three traits are the most likely candidates for achieving a black belt. Attitude The first attribute is the Black Belt Attitude. This is the never-quit attitude of a winner. Students with the black belt attitude consistently maintain high levels of positive self-expectancy in and out of the martial arts school. Having this kind of attitude is critical for earning a black belt. Attendance The second attribute is attendance. Students with consistent class attendance typically have the follow-through skills necessary for sticking to major goals. Also, we have learned that good attendance is an indicator of strong self-discipline, another necessary quality for achieving blacl belt. We realize that it's difficult to change any one technique or improve any one area of life 100% overnight. Instead, we seek to improve 100 little areas 1% each week. When achieved consistently, these improvements will lead to fantastic mental and physical breakthroughs. Clearly, this type of learning can only be accomplished through consistent class attendance. That's why we only accept students with excellent attendance into the Black Belt Club. Commitment The third attribute is a true commitment to earning a black belt. In many ways, this attribute is the most important. As a Black Belt School, we have two levels of students. The first are the beginners who are in the midst of their introduction to the exciting world of martial arts. These students are considered entry-level students. Since they have not yet committed to earning a black belt, they are only scheduled to attend a limited number of classes per week and are not taught certain more advanced techniques. Our second level students are those individuals that have made the commitment to earn their black belt. These students have demonstrated their long-term dedication to the instructor and school by becoming members of the Black Belt Club. In turn, our instructors will conduct specialized classes and enter into advanced training with these students. By nominating you to join the Black Belt Club, we have determined that you have all three attributes and more. We believe that you have what it takes to earn your black belt, and we are willing to commit to providing you with the leadership, guidance and skills required to get you there. The rest is up to you. |
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS |
The Black Belt Club Offers You: (subject to restrictions) * A membership certificate. * A special Patch to wear on your uniform. * A membership card designating that you're a Black Belt Club Member. * Oportunity to attend additional classes. * Discounts on seminars and special events hosted by school. * Special Black Belt Club uniform. * Monthly Black Belt Club members' only class. * Increased chances for S.T.O.R.M. / S.W.A.T. Team qualification. * The lowest possible per-class tuition. * Pride and prestige since membership is only possible through the recommendation of the instructor. * Increased enthusiasm and commitment to your Black Belt Goal. Accepting membership into the Black Belt Club means that you are agreeing to take action on your goal of earning a black belt and we are always committed to helping you with that goal. |
AMERICAN BLACK BELT ACADEMY |
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