Weapons training classes are paused for now and are expected to resume in early 2027. Additional details will be shared closer to restarting. Please contact Mr. Martin by email with questions.
This Cycle
At a glance
Tiger-Rock Fall District Competition
Saturday, November 14, 2026
Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center
1801 Nash St, Sanford, NC
Competition events
- Tiger Cubs: Skills and Board Breaking
- White & Yellow Belts: Forms, Player 2, and Board Breaking
- Junior Green-Red Belts: Forms, Point Sparring, and Board Breaking
- Junior Black Belts; Teen & Adult Green Belts and above: Forms, Open Sparring, and Board Breaking
Competitor fees: Tiger Cubs $95; Junior, Youth, and Adult competitors $115.
Let's bring home the gold!
Testing
Belt Exams
December 9-10
09
Dec
Tiger Cubs: White-Green Belts
Tiger Cubs
09
Dec
Tiger Cubs: Blue-Black Belts
Tiger Cubs
09
Dec
Junior: White/Yellow Belts
White
Yellow
09
Dec
Junior: Green Belts
Green
10
Dec
Junior: Blue Belts
Blue
10
Dec
Junior: Brown-Black Belts
Brown
Red
Black
10
Dec
Youth/Adults: White-Black Belts
White
Yellow
Green
Blue
Brown
Red
Black
R15E Journey
The 15 Step RISE Program
How high will you R15E?
Choose
Level 1: Choose
White Belt
White
Every R15E journey begins with choosing the path and deciding to become something greater through training.
Commit
Level 2: Commit
Yellow Belt
Yellow
Students commit to the process, the team, and daily improvement physically, mentally, and socially.
Focus | Believe | Practice
Level 3: Grow
Green Belt
Green
Growth comes through focus, belief, and practice: paying attention to the right inputs and taking action toward goals.
Challenge | Compete | Evaluate
Level 4: Achieve
Blue Belt
Blue
Students learn to challenge limits, compete for opportunities, evaluate actions, and honor the people who help them progress.
Observe | Recognize | Respond
Level 5: Distinguish
Brown Belt
Brown
Students stand apart with purpose by observing needs, recognizing what matters, and responding with real solutions.
Collaborate | Inspire | Demonstrate
Level 6: Influence
Red Belt
Red
Students use their growth to help others by collaborating, inspiring hope, and demonstrating that progress is stronger together.
Transform
Level 7: Transform
Black Belt
Black
Black belts train to lead, face obstacles as opportunities, and use their skills to transform themselves and the world around them.
Shared Photos
Photo highlights
Black belt pre-test highlight art.
Calendar
Family dates and reminders
31
Oct
Advanced Red Belt & Black Belt Training
Red Belt Level 3 students and current Black Belts only. Dedicated advanced training beyond normal classes; this is an additional opportunity, and students should continue attending their regular classes.
07
Nov
Advanced Red Belt & Black Belt Training
Red Belt Level 3 students and current Black Belts only. Dedicated advanced training beyond normal classes; this is an additional opportunity, and students should continue attending their regular classes.
13
Nov
Academy Closed - District Competition
Academy closed November 13-14. Competition activities are scheduled for Saturday, November 14 only.
14
Nov
Tiger-Rock Fall District Competition
Tiger Cubs: $95. Junior, Youth, and Adult competitors: $115.
17
Nov
Board Breaking Training
Special board breaking training takes place during each student's normally scheduled class time.
21
Nov
Black Belt Pre-Test
21
Nov
Advanced Red Belt & Black Belt Training
Red Belt Level 3 students and current Black Belts only. Dedicated advanced training beyond normal classes; this is an additional opportunity, and students should continue attending their regular classes.
25
Nov
Thanksgiving Break - Academy Closed
Academy closed for the entire Thanksgiving break, November 25-28.
30
Nov
Training Resumes
Normal class schedule resumes.
05
Dec
Tiger-Rock Holiday Party
Time TBA.
09
Dec
Belt Exams: Tiger Cubs: White-Green Belts
09
Dec
Belt Exams: Tiger Cubs: Blue-Black Belts
09
Dec
Belt Exams: Junior: White/Yellow Belts
09
Dec
Belt Exams: Junior: Green Belts
10
Dec
Belt Exams: Junior: Blue Belts
10
Dec
Belt Exams: Junior: Brown-Black Belts
10
Dec
Belt Exams: Youth/Adults: White-Black Belts
12
Dec
Awards Ceremony
All Tiger Cubs: 1:00 PM. All White-Blue Belts: 1:00 PM. All Brown-Black Belts: 1:45 PM.
14
Dec
Training Resumes
Normal class schedule resumes after the December belt exams and awards ceremony.
19
Dec
Advanced Red Belt & Black Belt Training
Red Belt Level 3 students and current Black Belts only. Dedicated advanced training beyond normal classes; this is an additional opportunity, and students should continue attending their regular classes.
23
Dec
Holiday Break - Academy Closed
Academy closed for the entire inclusive date range. No January reopening date has been announced.
Weekly Schedule
Class times
Monday
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Tiger Cubs: White-Green
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Tiger Cubs: Blue-Black
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Junior: White-Yellow
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Adults: All Ranks
Youth: All Ranks
Tuesday
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Junior: Green-Blue
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Junior: Brown-Black
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Adults: All Ranks
Youth: All Ranks
Wednesday
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Junior: White-Yellow
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Junior: Green-Blue
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Junior: Brown-Black
Thursday
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Junior: Brown-Black
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Junior: Green-Blue
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Adults: All Ranks
Youth: All Ranks
Friday
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Tiger Cubs: White-Green
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Tiger Cubs: Blue-Black
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Junior: White-Yellow
Saturday
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Junior: White-Yellow
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Junior: Brown-Black
Junior: Green-Blue
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Adults: All Ranks
Youth: All Ranks
Sunday
No classes scheduled.
Academy Standards
Training expectations
Bring all required sparring gear
Missing or damaged gear can prevent participation. Label each piece with the student's name.
Check uniforms and jacket patches
Make sure required patches and uniform pieces are ready. See Mr. Martin for replacement gear or patches.
Practice rank-appropriate skills
Use the academy's current reference materials to practice the skills assigned to your rank.
Private lessons are available
See Mr. Martin for availability.
Train at least twice each week
Suggested attendance is at least two classes per week.