Testing Times for Friday August 1, 2025

Please remember to ARRIVE EARLY.
Plan to arrive 10 to 15 min before your test!
Please remember to ARRIVE EARLY.
Plan to arrive 10 to 15 min before your test!
Please remember to ARRIVE EARLY.
Plan to arrive 10 to 15 min before your test!

Once a test has started, late students will not be allowed to enter. With so many participants, punctuality is crucial to keeping everything running smoothly. We appreciate your patience as we work through the requirements. While we strive to make the process efficient, the sheer number of testers often leads to late nights, especially for teens.

Children (Test according to their current rank / belt color)
White, Sr. White Belts, Yellow and Sr. Yellow belts — 5 pm
Sr. Orange, Green, Sr. Purple, Brown and Red — 5:25 pm

Teenagers
If possible, teenagers should arrive at 5:00 PM to assist with the children’s test. If that’s not feasible, please arrive no later than 6:15 PM. The teenagers’ test will begin immediately after the children’s test concludes.

Once again, teens must be present no later than 6:15 PM. All teens are expected to attend the test, whether they are participating or not. Please support your teammates and plan to stay for the entire duration of the test.

Thank you all for your dedication and support!

Wednesday! Reminder for teens and children: Testing applications are due today!

You may drop them off at your convenience. Testing times will be posted online and at the school by late Thursday afternoon. Please check back, as the summer test is typically limited in size and some time slots may be scheduled earlier than usual.

Testing is this Friday for children and teens!

We will start sending home testing applications today (Monday). REMINDER: All testing applications need to be in by Wednesday. Please DO NOT BE LATE! We will post the testing times for each belt level by Thursday, late afternoon.

Class schedule as normal this week, except on Friday.

Friday! What a week of training!

Next up, one week from today, is testing for our kids and teens! Take the weekend to recharge and get ready. Summer tests are always a blast! Wishing you a fabulous weekend ahead!

We’re just two weeks away from testing for children and teens on Friday, August 1, 2025! Use this time to sharpen your skills and finish strong. Summer tests are always exciting and fun. You’ve got this!

Classes continue as usual until then—let’s make some great training memories!

Friday is here! This week’s heat turned up the challenge, but we powered through. Great work, everyone! Enjoy some well-earned rest this weekend!

Looking ahead: We’re just two weeks out from testing for children and teens. Mark your calendars—Friday, August 1st is the big day! Let’s channel that final burst of energy and finish strong. Summer tests are always a highlight!

Thursday! We’re OPEN today.
Thankfully, the weather has dropped back below 90 degrees for the rest of the week. That trend, at least for now, looks like it’ll carry into next week!

So let’s get back to work and put the good kind of sweat on the mats. The kind that comes from training at Lion’s Way.

Wednesday – No Classes Due to Heat Advisory

With temperatures expected to reach between 92°F and 96°F today, the training environment will not be safe—even with air conditioning. Please stay cool, stay hydrated, and take care of yourselves.

Classes are expected to resume tomorrow, as temperatures return to a safe and manageable level.

As always, our students’ safety is our top priority. Remember, you’re welcome to make up any missed classes.

Thank you for your understanding!

Tuesday – Yes—we’re OPEN for classes today! Please note that a Heat Advisory is in effect for the Kent area. Please use your best judgment. In some cases, it is better to stay home and be cool. You may always make up missed classes!

The AC will be running, and we’ll be adjusting class structure to focus on technique and skill-building, rather than high-intensity movement. Students will be learning and working, just with a bit less “push” behind it.

Important Reminder:
If your child is attending class today, do not drink fruit juices. The acidity—especially in apple juice—can react poorly with heat and exertion, leading to nausea and stomach upset. WATER ONLY. This is an important precaution, and it matters.

Monday!
We’re OPEN today and keeping cool with the AC on—it looks like we’re in for a hot week ahead!

With temperatures predicted to reach the 90s, we’ll post daily updates to keep you informed. We closely monitor conditions to ensure a safe training environment. Wednesday is shaping up to be the peak of this heat wave, so stay tuned.

A note for parents: Please make sure your child stays hydrated throughout the day. We strongly recommend avoiding fruit juices—especially apple juice—before class. Although juice can seem like an easy option, its acidity combined with high temperatures may cause stomach discomfort during training. Plain water is always the best choice.