Real-Time Instructor-Led Virtual Classes
Guided vitual martial arts Learning with Verified Instructors
Martial arts has always been taught in person for only those who could afford it... but not anymore. From the time of the global pandemic of COVID-19, Fit4Grit Academy has taken a new approach to martial arts by spreading its teaching virtually around the globe to everyone for free. With these virtual classes, students have the option of choosing which martial art style they would like to pursue, attend the instructor's class for that martial art, and stay in contact with the instructor if they have any questions. The classes will also have a foundation of fitness, self-defense, and confidence-building, all essential for a well-rounded martial artist. For self-defense, students will be taught how to assess, respond, and avoid dangerous situations. Also, instructors will help students understand how the techniques from the martial art styles can be applied to self-defense. In terms of confidence-building, Fit4Grit Academy adds elements of respect, discipline, and self-control to teach the student how to be well rounded martial artists and society members.
Important Information:
- Students must have a device that allows them to see and hear the instructor, as well as for the instructor to see them (microphones are not necessary but are recommended)
- Students do not need any background in any martial arts when joining a class (as these are all basic beginner classes)
- Students are allowed to attend multiple classes of different martial art styles and types, but we recommend students to do a maximum of 2 different martial art styles and do multiple classes (with different instructors in the same martial art as well)
- Students are allowed to participate in classes as well as learn through the video lessons (see above for more details)
- Students do not need formal martial arts uniforms and should wear normal clothing that allows them to do the exercises and techniques as part of the class (if a student does have a formal uniform, please do wear it for classes)
- Students should learn and practice a large enough area to move around in for the classes (5ft x 5ft) and be in a safe environment (no sharp edges, slippery floors, open electrical wires, etc.)
- Students must sign and email the liability waiver to fit4grit.academy@gmail.com before joining any classes, proving that they agree with all the rules and terms of Fit4Grit Academy
Email fit4grit.academy@gmail.com if you have any questions or concerned or leave a message on our Contact Us page!
Self-Paced Video Lessons
Take learning into your own hands!
Our self-paced free videos are a collection meant for students to watch on their own whenever they have time and internet connection. These videos will be separated by the instructor and martial art type. We recommend joining our free real-time virtual instructor-led classes, but if that is not an option for the student or if the class they are interested in is not being offered there, then the instructional videos are the next best thing. The videos will be made as guides specifically on martial art and confidence building, making the real-time classes so unique. Take this into account when choosing which paths work best for you. Joining the real-time classes does not stop you from watching the video lessons, and we actually encourage you to join both in order to learn more new martial arts! Below are more details on the different paths you can take for the self-paced video lessons.
Tier 1
In this path, the student can choose to watch all the videos whenever they like and practice on their own without any feedback from the instructors. In our opinion and experience, we only recommend this path for students who have their own personal constraints and are unable to complete the homework, goals, etc. The student always has the option to switch to the 2nd Tier whenever without having to submit another form ever.
Tier 2
In this path, the students will watch the videos whenever possible based on their schedule (we recommend a set schedule but it is not mandatory), and the student will optionally submit homework and questions on that week's video to the lead instructor of that session via email. The instructor will then get back to the student with feedback and goals for the students that they should follow and practice on. The homework will consist of - but is not restricted to - recording videos of the students' specific practice, answering questions on the martial arts topic, or completing a self-checklist of practice for each week. All homework will be told through the videos or through the website. If a student is unable to complete homework for personal reasons, that is not a problem, as the student can choose to skip or postpone the submission of that week's homework. Remember, in video learning, the learning is the student's hands and the instructors are there for support.
Seminars Led by Experts
Dive Deep into what you are passionate about
As a part of Fit4Grit Academy, students are given the opportunity to learn from masters, professionals, and elite athletes in each martial art through our virtual real-time seminars. The seminars are free of cost and are useful for students to take a deep dive into a certain part or parts of their martial art, depending on the seminar. The seminars last from 1 to 4 hours and only occur once, so don't miss out! Find out more specific details for each seminar below.
UPCOMING SEMINARS:
Dynamic Fitness Workshops
September 19-20th - All Weekend
Join us for our big opening day, where we will be previewing lots of out future workshop clases with short 45 minute seminars. Classes consist of exciting fitness styles such as yoga, dance, martial arts, and much more! Sign-up and learn more!
Mental health and Wellness Workshop
September 26th - All Day
Join us and learn important information about being a student-athlete, managing your time, staying healthy, and much more with this new workshop! Sign up and learn more!
Self-Defense Workshops
Coming Soon!
Learn basic techniques, tips to stay safe, real life stories, and much more in this new workshop! More details coming soon!