Your first visit
Here's exactly what happens when you walk in.
No surprises, no hidden steps. This is the full sequence of your first visit, from the moment you arrive to the moment you decide what's next.
Before you arrive
The questions most people carry when they walk in.
I'm worried I'll be behind everyone else.
You'll be new, not behind. Everyone begins without knowing the positions, vocabulary, or movements. The class is built around teaching that first step, and the people further along remember exactly what it felt like to start.
Will there be sparring on my first visit?
No. Early classes focus on learning positions and movement with a cooperative partner. Live, resistant practice is introduced gradually, well after your first class.
Is there pressure to sign up afterward?
No. After class we'll have an honest conversation about what you experienced and what comes next. You decide if and when you want to continue, on your own timeline.
Meet an instructor
You'll be greeted by name and introduced to whoever is teaching that day. No waiting around, no guessing where to go.
Tour the school
A quick walk-through of the mat space, changing areas, and what a normal class night looks like.
Discuss your goals and concerns
A short, honest conversation about why you're here (self-defense, fitness, confidence, or something else) and anything you're unsure about.
Learn foundational movement
A small set of positions and movements that every technique in the curriculum builds on.
Train at a controlled pace
You'll practice with a partner at a pace built for a first day, not a tryout.
Talk through what comes next
We'll answer any questions you have. If you want to keep training, we'll set up your next visit. No commitment required on day one.
Practical details
What to know before you show up.
What should I wear?
Comfortable athletic clothing: a t-shirt and shorts or sweatpants. No uniform (gi) is needed for your intro class; we'll explain gear if you decide to continue.
When should I arrive?
About 15 minutes before your scheduled time so we can meet you, get basic paperwork out of the way, and settle in before class starts.
What should I bring?
Water, and a change of clothes if you'd like to shower or change afterward. Everything else is provided.
Ready when you are