My husband and I signed up our grandson for classes with this organization. We were very happy at…read morefirst, a bit disappointed that majority of the equipment and testing to get a belt up is also an additional cost, but our grandson enjoyed the classes and the feeling of community, so, we continued. Once COVID-19 hit us here in America, I was personally affected and lost my employment. My employer said, either come to work or stay home with your grandson, your choice. Well, since the schools were only online option, I had to stay home, he is only nine years old, what else can you do you know. We were down to one income and I begged and pleaded with these organization to please stop the $160.00 a month, at least until I could get my head above water, no dice. They stated, and I quote, "we have a business to run." So, I continued to pay and I just made a bulk payment to pay them off now that I'm finally employed again. Honestly, I felt shaken down, like mafia style and I am considering speaking to my attorney, out of principle of the matter. My mother (75, COPD, pacemaker, COVID may not be gentle with her) and I (high blood pressure and a heart arrhythmia) both have extreme underlying conditions, so, sending him to class could be deadly to us if we catch the virus, but, what do these people care? None. Their financial situation is more important than your financial situation and your welfare and your family health. Remember this when you are considering taking your child to this place. I will say this, before COVID, it was VERY crowded. They didn't need my money, they chose to do this to us, it's alllll about the Benjamin's, so, don't feel special when you go up in there, you aren't. If you aren't scared of the virus and want a decent, but super expensive experience, have at it, and be prepared for the used car salesman treatment.
