Welcome to the Spring 2024 Semester with Sensei Ashton and Sensei Dave! Please read all the information below, especially the "Important Weekly Notice' section, as it will pertain to any schedule changes. Parents who would like to be in the class to assist must sign the yellow "Parent Helper" sign-in sheet at the front desk, and please read the "Parent Helper Guidelines" below. The bottom of the page includes the ActivStars Athletics Policies, please read them. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.
IMPORTANT WEEKLY NOTICE!
Please
read this weekly for any last minute schedule changes, added classes, and other
upcoming important events.
All missed classes must be made up BEFORE belt rank testing. Students without perfect attendance will receive a certificate and medal. Students may make the classes up the following semester, and test before the next scheduled test. Please see one of the Secretaries to find out how to do make-up classes or if you have any questions.
TESTING DATES:
ASHTON RANCH | KINGSWOOD
THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2024 | SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2024
FREE RAFFLE
We
will be having a FREE RAFFLE for USED uniforms and equipment starting in Week
2. To participate, fill out a ticket with your name, student's name, phone
number, and the item you would like, and place it into the raffle box at your
location. Winners will be announced in Week 5. Unclaimed items will go to the
next ticket holder. One item per ticket please. You may enter up to 5 tickets
per student.
*
There will be a list of items available at the check-in desk
*
You may take 5 tickets
** please write your child's name, and the
item you want on the back of the tickets
** Be sure to put the tickets with your child's name and item in the box for the drawing
*
Keep the tickets with the number and blank on the back
** Winners will be contacted thru text or
email in week 5
** Items not claimed by week 5 will go to the
next ticket holder
** If the winner does not need the item
anymore, it will go to the next ticket holder
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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
*
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 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 by using the link
*
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 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 YELLOW 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.
HELPFUL TASKS TO ASSIST DURING INSTRUCTION
* DOOR GUARD: Primary Duty is to effectively
guard all exits, do not allow students to leave the facility unless with a
parent or guardian.
* Keep a helpful eye on students, look for
students who may have to use the bathroom or students who may be getting sick.
Watch for dangerous situations and advise the instructor/coach immediately.
* Help with lining up students and preparing
students for instruction.
* Watch instructors teaching gear and
belongings.
* Help to keep the facility clean and parents
in their designated areas to wait for pick-up. Assist with putting the facility
back into order at the end of the day/night.
* Help with holding body shields, etc.
**Any
further questions, concerns, or comments should be directed to your instructor
or coach.
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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 ($3.00) - SPARRING
* 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM BLUE BELTS AND ABOVE; ADULTS
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KINGSWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - SATURDAYS
* 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM BEGINNER - YELLOW BELTS
(AGES 4-7)
* 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM BEGINNER - GREEN BELTS
(AGES 8+)
* 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM SPECIALS ($3.00) - SPARRING
* 1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM BLUE - PURPLE BELTS
* 2:00 PM
- 3:30 PM ORANGE BELTS AND ABOVE;
ADULTS
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SPARRING/SPECIALS CLASS: Each ACTIVSTARS ATHLETICS Instructor offers his/her specialty
weapon, sparring, or other drills during this 30-minute sparring class. It can vary from location to location.
Sparring/Specialty class cost is $3 in addition to the regular lesson fee and
is 30 minutes long.
This
semester will have sparring as our Specials! This may change partway through
the semester. Please be sure to have all necessary sparring gear in order to
participate in class. You may use the link in "GET THE GEAR" to
purchase sparring gear. See the schedule above for the time of your location's
Special's Class.
Sparring
is open to students ranked GREEN BELT and ABOVE.
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GET THE GEAR!
BEGINNERBUNDLE < USE THE LINK
ESSENTIALSPARRING PACKAGE < USE THE LINK
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ACTIVSTARS ATHLETICS SECURITY POLICY: We take
great steps to provide the safest, uninterrupted learning environment for your
child. Parents are invited to watch the first lesson and the awards program.
Spectators are not permitted during regular classes as children get easily
distracted and may not focus on the instructor's instructions. An environment
with minimal distractions provides a better learning atmosphere.
* To prevent unwanted guests and strangers in
the classroom, ACTIVSTARS ATHLETICS, our sponsors, and facilities require
everyone to sign in on the forms provided. Parents are encouraged to volunteer
as "Parent Helpers". Volunteers are needed in each class to assist
the instructor. Parents, when volunteering as helpers, please read and sign the
Parent Helper Sign-In Sheet located by the check-in box.
* At
each class, Parent Helpers need to:
*
Sign-In on the Parent Helper Form
* Be
able to assist without distractions; do not have other children (younger or
older siblings) with them. Children (not
enrolled in our program) are not allowed to stay inside the facility.
*
Wear a Parent Helper I.D. while assisting. Parent Helper I.D.s are issued upon check-in.
* Be
willing to assist with class functions as directed by the instructor.
*
Additional Parent Nights may be scheduled pending facility and sponsor
approval; your instructor will communicate any additions directly.
* As
a courtesy, we ask that additional children or guests brought to the facility
during check-in and pick-up are always monitored by parents!
**
Parents/Guardians PLEASE READ the attached Yellow Parent Helper
Volunteer Release/Acknowledgement Form - the sign-in sheet will be available at
the location upon check-in
MEDICAL CONDITION/DISABILITY: We
encourage parents that have students with a serious medical condition or a
disability to stay weekly with their child.
Parents are also required to inform the instructor and fill out a
Medical Disability Form.
YOUR CHILD'S SAFETY IS OUR #1 PRIORITY!
Please
physically walk your child to and from the facility and teaching area; we do
not want children going outside alone.
Do not drop off your child and drive away without first ensuring that
the classroom is open, and the coach is present. If you wait in your car during your child's
class, please come inside 5 minutes prior to the end of class to listen to
announcements and walk your child out to your car. Please explain to your child that he/she is
required to wait in our holding area until you pick him/her up after
class. All students are required to wait
in a holding area; students will not be allowed to leave or wait outside! The exception to this rule applies only if a parent
signs a Walker Release Form, giving the student permission to walk to and from
class without an adult.
MAKE-UP CLASSES: We know that there may
be times when your child cannot attend class.
Missed classes can be made up by attending two classes back-to-back
(their regular class and the class either before or after the regular
class). Make-up classes must be either
pre-paid or paid the day the make-up is done.
*
Please inform the class secretary at the check-in table that your child
will be taking (2) classes, and she/he will issue a make-up wristband to your
student. Remember to tell your child
when he/she is doing a make-up class!
CANCELLATIONS:
There are times when we may have to cancel a class due to holidays, school
conflict, or bad weather. If possible,
an email or note is sent out the week before to inform you of the cancellation.
* In
some cases, when possible, we will offer an online Zoom class, or the course
will be extended.
* If
your child misses a class, please check your email or call the ACTIVSTARS
ATHLETICS office or log-on to our website www.activstarsathletics.com to view
missed class communication, class calendars, and other up-to-date information.
PERFECT ATTENDANCE: All missed classes must
be made up BEFORE belt rank testing.
Students without perfect attendance will receive a certificate and
medal. Students may make the classes up
the following semester, and test before the next scheduled test.
CLASS COMMUNICATION: ACTIVSTARS ATHLETICS
communicates with parents and students through written communication, primarily
through email. Please be sure that we have an updated email address in our
records, or you will not receive these notices, and you could miss important
class information. We will also occasionally send out text messages, notes, and
fliers regarding upcoming events, class cancellations, etc.
PLEASE READ EVERY EMAIL or HANDOUT YOUR STUDENT BRINGS HOME FROM
EVERY CLASS!
ACTIVSTARS ATHLETICS MERCHANDISE: ACTIVSTARS ATHLETICS merchandise is purchased
at wholesale prices, and the savings are passed on to you. All merchandise is ONLY available for
purchase online at www.store.activstarsathletics.com or at scheduled events.
*
Students are encouraged to have a karate uniform (gi), which provides
comfort and freedom of movement. White
& Yellow Belts can purchase the beginner ACTIVSTARS ATHLETICS
Gi/uniform. Green-Blue Belt students may
upgrade their uniforms to the intermediate Gi/uniform. Advanced students Purple Belts & above
may purchase the advanced Gi/uniform. All ACTIVSTARS ATHLETICS Gis are quality
middleweight uniforms!
RETURNS & EXCHANGES: All claims and return
requests must be made within ten business days of receipt of goods.
*
Worn garments or garments with numbers or any other modifications,
decorations, or customizations may not be returned.
*
Any defective goods may be returned but must follow our 10-day return
policy.
* No
refunds are given for apparel or gear, which has been worn or used.
*
Please be sure to inspect your merchandise upon receipt of your order.
We maintain the right to inspect the returned merchandise to determine whether
replacement or adjustment is valid. If merchandise is returned after the 10-day
inspection period, a 15% restocking fee will be applied.
REFUND POLICY: We do not give refunds
for prepaid students after the third week of the semester. This is due to fixed insurance costs incurred
by the fourth week. Any refunds after
the third week of the semester will be issued as class credit vouchers. Registration fees and classes already
attended will not be refunded. Refund
requests must be submitted through email to the Accounting Department,
accounting@activstarsathletics.com.
Merchandise must be returned to the ACTIVSTARS ATHLETICS office. Refunds may take as long as 3 weeks to
process.
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ActivStars Athletics Online Check-In :
https://signup.activstarsathletics.com/
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