*SPARRING DAYS* Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays
We will be focusing our classes on sparring the days mentioned above. Please ensure you have all sparring gear required for your belt level. Below is a guideline on what to expect at each belt.
IN PERSON CLASSES
*If you/your child are feeling sick, or have been exposed to COVID-19 or any other virus, please stay home!
TESTING REGISTRATION
Our belt testings and prelims take a lot of preparation. Please register for your test before the due date! If you register before the due date, you receive an early registration discount!
DROP OFF & PICK UP
*PARENTS MUST PARK AND WALK THEIR CHILD TO THE DOOR*
*Do NOT pull up in your car and drop a student off near the front of the door. It is not only dangerous for them but other students, parents and people navigating through the parking lot.
STUDENT PORTALS:
*For all links & online registration to work properly, you must be signed in to your student portal*
If you do not have access or need help navigating the student portal, please email BSBN Bri at briana@sunnyvalemaa.com.
MAKE UP TESTS
Students who are unable to attend the scheduled monthly test may schedule a makeup test for an additional $25.
CODE OF CONDUCT
We are committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for students, families, visitors and staff. Individuals are expected to conduct themselves in an appropriate manner at all time and adhere to all local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and/or local ordinances with regard to behavior. Failure to comply may result in losing the temporary or permanent privilege of viewing or participating in our programs.
HYGIENE Personal Hygiene: Your fellow students and instructors appreciate you keeping hands, feet and body clean; and fingernails and toenails short. We appreciate your effort to keep your feet clean before stepping on the mats
Uniforms: A clean pressed uniform should be worn every class; new uniforms are available at the front desk
Under-Clothing: A plain SVMAA T-shirt (Tucked In) should be worn; please do not wear 2nd pairs of pants, skirts, sweatshirts or collared shirts under the uniform
Jewelry: For safety, please remove watches, necklaces, rings, bracelets and earrings.
Patches: should be sewn on as soon as possible; Replacement patches and sewing guides are available at the front desk.
Embroidery: Names should be embroidered on Intermediate uniforms and above. For a unified look, please use the dry-cleaners on the other side of Zanatto's
Sparring Gear (Hands, chest, feet, helmet, mouthpiece, shin guards, & cup/supporter for men) should be cleaned regularly.
*We appreciate your effort to help us keep our school clean and safe for everyone!*
For ANNUAL TUITION INCREASES
Tuition is subject to a 2–4% annual increase to support staff wages, facility upgrades, and continued program improvements.
CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEE
The3% processing fee on credit card payments is now active for all transactions (effective 12/1/25).
To avoid this fee, we strongly encourage switching your default payment to EFT/ACH (bank transfer).
IMPORTANT DATES
Testers YELLOW TAPE
If you or your child have YELLOWtape on your belt you may be eligible for color belt testing this month. For color belt & preliminary testing, please register for testing by April 18th.
*Select the belt color you are CURRENTLY wearing! (Example: If you are a white belt testing for orange belt, you will register for the white belt test)*
SAT l April 4th
Forms Tournament: Saturday April 4th
Entry: Cash Donation (Minimum $5) *We will be donating all proceeds/donation to Sunnyvale Community Services *
Location: Sunnyvale Martial Arts Academy (Big Floor) We are excited to host our 2026 Forms Tournament! Compete and place for 1st, 2nd and 3rd!
All Levels Welcome and all students highly encouraged to join! (No Regular Classes)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM White,Orange, Gold 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Green, Purple, All Blue 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM All Brown, All Red 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM All Black Belts, All Teen/Adults Mixed belt levels
Register at the front desk
SAT l April 11th
KJN Jian's Birthday! 🎂
MON l April 13th
KJN Cody's Birthday& SBN Vivek's Birthday! 🎂
MON - FRI l April 13-17
Spring Camp: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us for our martial arts spring camp! Fun, games, curriculum review, dodgeball and team bonding! In addition, each camp day will count as 2 class credits. Please wear your uniform and bring a packed snack and lunch. Sign up for the whole week and get a SVMAA t-shirt.
Whole week: $400 Per Day: $85
FRI l April 24th
Friday testing: No Regular Classes due to color belt testing
Saturday testingNo Regular Classes due to color belt testing
Location: FLOOR 3
9:00 AM White, Orange, Gold 10:00 AM Green, Purple, All Blue 11:00 AM All Brown, All Red 12:00 PM Adults & Teen Testers (Mixed Color Belts)
SAT l April 25th
Weapons Seminar: BEGINNER BO STAFF Saturday April 25th 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Purple Belts & Above
Learn the fundamentals of bo staff designed exclusively for purple belts and above! This hands-on workshop introduces fundamental bo staff techniques, preparing students for future black belt training and open-form creativity.
This seminar is a fantastic opportunity to develop new skills, improve coordination, and have fun while learning an exciting traditional weapon. No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and be ready to train!
*Limited spaces available*
Upcoming Events:
FRI - SAT l
May 8th & 9th
Biannual Black Belt Test & Show(No Regular Classes)
All students invited to the show! Students get in for free wearing uniform. Additional tickets may be purchased at the front desk. Tickets on sale starting April 8th.
FRI - MON l May 22-25
Closed: Memorial Weekend
FRI - SAT l May 29-30
May Testing (Green Tape)
SAT l May 30
Kids Night Out: GAME NIGHT
Pokemon & Dodgeball Theme
Join us for a fun game night & activities!
Please make sure you attend additional classes throughout the week since we will be closed for the biannual Black Belt Test, color belt testing, and the holiday weekend in May.