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    Appalachian Karate Academy

    Appalachian Karate Academy

    1.0(6 reviews)
    4.6 mi

    Make sure that you do not sign the contract. If you do, then Larry Bullard can choose to teach or…read morenot teach anything he wants, and you will still have to pay. My child did not improve her martial arts abilities, as sparring was not focused upon. Katas and up-selling were. We originally signed a contract that was valid through the end of the year. Larry then up-sold us to the "black belt club", amending the contract termination date. To join the "black belt club", according to Larry, you had to demonstrate martial arts abilities. It's really just to extort $25 more a month. At the time, it cost $40 every six weeks to attend the "graduation" to advance to the next belt. Despite Larry telling me and my wife that should we ever become dissatisfied with the instruction we could simply submit a 30-day notice to un-enroll our child, we were locked into the contract until the end of the contracted period--three years. Our only recourse was to sign a settlement agreement for well over $1,000. We decided to leave because the instruction was horrible. Most of the instructors were older and overweight. Sessions primarily consisted of rudimentary, repetitious group activities. Participants were not separated by level. To graduate to the next belt level, you only needed to attend the specified number of classes, and children needed to turn in sheets documenting that they performed parent-specified tasks (such as, cleaning their rooms without being told to do so). The instructors spent a large portion of each class talking about how great they were. If you aren't well-versed in science fiction, then don't expect to get their jokes. Following class, Larry would typically ask the children to perform marketing for him by going to school and talking about "the dojo" and/or convincing school officials to let him present. You may have seen his advertisements on your child's school's binders. If you are serious about you and/or your child becoming proficient in a martial art, shop around. Go to several places and watch the instructors. Are they focusing on sparing? Is each participant getting attention, despite his or her age? Are there any children with black belts?--There shouldn't be. Ask how often students spar and whether it's full-contact or slowed down. During your search if you ever hear that the instructors have special training to enable students to advance quickly, then leave. If there is anything like a "black belt club", then leave. If you are pressured into signing a long contract, then leave. Stay away from Appalachian Karate.

    Is it possible to give a negative star rating?? Look…read moreelsewhere for karate lessons. From the minute we enrolled we were hit up for more money (to join more elite levels, to purchase equipment, to "graduate" to the next levels, etc.) My children did not seem to learn all that much but as long as we paid the graduation fees they were moved up a belt. There was an extremely high turnover of staff with no explanation ever given for their sudden departures, which also seemed suspicious to us. Trying to end our lessons was a nightmare and involved us having to hire an attorney. In our opinion the owner of this establishment is deceptive and more interested in his bottom line than running a reputable business.

    Shaolin Institute

    Shaolin Institute

    5.0(6 reviews)
    14.1 mi

    GENERAL ASSESSMENT Our overall assessment is that Shaolin…read moreInstitute does an amazingly successful job fulfilling its promise as a learning experience for both the body and mind. As we have so far experienced it, Shaolin Institute indeed teaches a "way of life" in which students can experience gratifying physical achievement, whether in Tai Chi or Kung Fu, while also exercising and expanding mindfulness. One of the most appealing aspects of Shaolin Institute is the frequent reference before and after classes regarding how specific cultural, historical, medical, and scientific achievements are directly relevant for learning and appreciating martial arts. TEACHING ASSESSMENT It is impressive that Shaolin Institute exceeds expectations in basically every category used to evaluate teachers. Below are our summaries of Shaolin Institute's multifaceted teaching strengths. CURRICULUM * SI teachers follow the SI curriculum. * SI teachers choose activities for each student relevant to the SI curriculum and each student's level of achievement. * When feasible, SI teachers sometimes helpfully group students together to learn and practice as a group the forms they have previously learned. INSTRUCTION * SI teachers provide direction so that each student knows what to focus on during class. * SI teachers present new forms clearly and logically, and helpfully demonstrate new forms. * SI teachers provide feedback and re-teach forms when necessary. Teachers provide opportunities for students to practice new forms both with and without supervision. MOTIVATION * SI teachers show genuine concern for the students. * SI teachers project a positive, encouraging tone for the classroom experience. * SI teachers establish a level of difficulty, suited for each student's level, which encourages success. SI teachers provide good verbal praise, as well as critique as needed. COMMUNICATION * SI teachers always demonstrate enthusiasm in what they are teaching. * SI teachers explain and demonstrate forms clearly. * SI teachers respond graciously and substantively to questions. EXPECTATIONS * SI teachers communicate expectations to students. * SI teachers listen to students' feedback during class and adjust their teaching pace and content accordingly. * SI teachers encourage students to participate inextracurricular community opportunities, which isimportant for the students' confidence as well as the school's exposure. METHODOLOGY & MATERIALS * SI teachers often vary how they conduct classes, for example by describing the forms, including their origins, applications, etc., and/or by physically demonstrating the forms. Both methods are helpful, especially for students who learn in different ways. * SI teachers sometimes provide supplemental resources, such as video recordings of the classes, which can be exceptionally helpful for students who want to practice at home. EVALUATIVE ACTIVITIES * SI teachers monitor and give feedback on student progressduring each individual class. * SI teachers give oral evaluative comments, as well as sometimes grades or scores. * SI teachers are available for and sometimes proactively create opportunities for one-on-one progress discussions with students. CLASS ENVIRONMENT * SI teachers clearly communicate requirements for attitude and behavior, notably by emphasizing the SI student creed and the rituals of class beginnings and endings. TEACHER-STUDENT INTERACTIONS * SI teachers make an effort to know each student as an individual. * SI teachers routinely work to promote positive self-image in students. * SI teachers routinely create a classroom climate in which students are encouraged to grow and assume personal responsibility for their growth. LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOR * SI teachers are observed routinely cooperating graciously with their teaching peers, demonstrating authentic respect for one another. * SI teachers are often observed sharing ideas and methods with their fellow teachers. * SI teachers are observed regularly seeking to advance their own growth. This continuing education, observed by the students, is motivating to the students and demonstrates how we are all learning and growing.

    I went to China with Shivu in 1993. We trained at the Shaolin Temple. He is the real deal. We still…read morestay in touch 30 years later!

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