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July Kickin’ Newsletter – 2025

July 3, 2025 by TM Martial Arts

Don’t Let Summer Go to Waste!

Summer goes by in a flash — and before you know it, it can turn into a blur of screen time, snacks, and lost routines. Instead, give your child something exciting, active, and meaningful to look forward to with martial arts! Our classes are the perfect mix of fun, focus, and personal growth, helping kids build confidence, discipline, and mental strength in just two forty-five-minute sessions a week. It’s a great way to keep them engaged, moving, and progressing — without taking over your entire summer schedule. Ready to make this summer count? 👉 Call us now to claim your 2 FREE weeks of training and start strong!

We can’t wait to meet you,
TM Martial Arts Staff, (815) 254-6141

Special Mention

Look Who Joined TM Martial Arts Academy!

Alyssa Schmidt, Sarah Schmidt, Andrew Ford, Nathan Jones, Richard Gauthier, Diesel Lopez, Logan Torres, Gianna Siller, Alessandra Soto, Fiston Mwambayi, Jacob Pritz, & Kaylan Scott.

📣 Schedule Update!

Starting Tuesday, July 1st, the Level 3 class is moving back to 5:30 PM ⏰

Thank you for adjusting with us—we’ll see you at the new/old time! 🥋🙌

📌 Tag a teammate to remind them!

Attendance Challenge

🎉 We’re kicking off our Summer Attendance Raffle—running July 1st through July 31st!

Every time a student comes to class during the month of July, they’ll be entered into the raffle. The more you show up, the more chances you have to win BIG!

🏆 3 Winners will be drawn at the end of the month
🎁 Awesome prizes to reward your dedication
💪 Keep your momentum going all summer long!

We know it’s easy to say “I’ll skip class today” or “I want to swim a little longer”… but your goals deserve more than that. Class is just one hour, and staying consistent now will set you up for success later.

Don’t take the summer off from your progress—train hard, stay focused, and get rewarded!

2025 Summer Skills Camp

Summer is heating up — and so is the excitement for our 2025 Summer Skills Camp!

Whether your child is just getting started or already training, this is the perfect chance to level up in a fun, focused, and supportive environment.

🥋 Beginners welcome — no experience necessary!
🛡️ Self-defense and anti-bullying skills
🎨 Games, drills, crafts, and more
🚀 Attend 1 week to sharpen your skills, or 2 weeks to advance a belt level!

🗓️ Week 1: July 21–25
🗓️ Week 2: July 28–August 1

Spots are filling fast — don’t miss out on the most exciting 2 weeks of the summer!

Annual TM Martial Arts Picnic

2025! 🌞 It will be a fun day in the park with friends and family.

Key details:

When: Saturday, August 2, 2025
What: TM Martial Arts Picnic (hot dogs & hamburgers provided)
Where: Van Horn Woods (West) – 17201 S. Lily Cache Rd, Plainfield
Bring: Sign up at the front desk so we know how many people are coming, and let us know if you’ll bring a side dish, dessert, or drinks to share.
Bonus: HUGE water balloon fight! 💦 (Bring prefilled water balloons and join the splash.)

Mark your calendars and RSVP by signing up at the front desk. See you there!

We are thrilled to announce a special 3-day Filipino Martial Arts seminar series at TM Martial Arts—featuring Grandmaster Julius Melegrito, internationally known for his dynamic eskrima techniques and a 4-time Hall of Fame member!

This is a rare opportunity to train with a true master right here in Joliet, IL!

📅 AUGUST 23 – STIX 4 KIDS & Double Stick Seminar

🟡 STIX 4 KIDS SEMINAR

Led by Guro Melegrito (from the Philippines!)

🎯 Focused on fun, safety, and skill-building with sticks

• Basic, Level 1 & Buddies: 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM
• Level 2, 3 & School Black Belts: 11:30 AM – 12:45 PM

🔹 Kids will learn:

-Fancy twirls & striking patterns

-Safe weapon techniques

-Practical self-protection skills

-Directly from a Filipino martial arts master!

🟢 FREE TO ATTEND! Just $20 + tax if your child needs a pair of training sticks.

🔴 BLACK BELT SEMINAR – Unlocking Double Sticks Mastery!1:15 PM – 2:30 PM

This advanced session is open to Black Belts only, focusing on high-level eskrima techniques and combinations using double sticks.

📅 AUGUST 22 – (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM), AUGUST 23 (3:00 PM – 6:00 PM), & AUGUST 24 (9:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION/TRAINING
Presented by the Philippine Martial Arts Alliance – an opportunity to deepen your credentials and training with Grandmaster Melegrito.

Mark Your Calendar

July 4 and July 5 – Closed 🎆

July 12 – Staff Instructor and LIT Meeting: Monthly meeting to sharpen your Leadership Skills! 1:30pm – 2:30pm

August 2 – TMMA Annual Family Picnic! 12 pm – 3 pm

August 9 – Staff Instructor and LIT Meeting: Monthly meeting to sharpen your Leadership Skills! 1:30pm – 2:30pm

August 23 – Eskrima Seminar with Special guest Guro Julius Melegrito!

August 30 – Closing Early (Time TBD)

September 1 – Closed (Labor Day)

September 13 – Staff Instructor and LIT Meeting: Monthly meeting to sharpen your Leadership Skills! 1:30pm – 2:30pm

September 28 – Plainfield Harvest 5k https://runsignup.com/Race/IL/Plainfield/HarvestRunKidzMiler?raceRefCode=p54aJBDc

Questions? Please don’t hesitate to call TM Martial Arts Academy, (815) 254-6141