Studio Events and Updates

Dear EKA Parents & Students,

As we enter the final month of 2025, I’m excited to share all the important events happening at Evolution Kickboxing Academy. December will be full of meaningful milestones, powerful challenges, and community celebration—ending with the 1-Year Anniversary of EKA.

Color Belt & Black Belt Testing – Next Week

Our December Testing Week begins next week with both Color Belt and Black Belt evaluations. These tests represent the progress, dedication, and spirit our students have shown over the last cycle.

Color Belt Testing Schedule

  • Wednesday, December 10th • 4:30–6:30 pm
    – Primary testing day for Beginners and Early-Intermediate students.

  • Thursday, December 11th • 4:30–6:30 pm
    – Primary testing day for Intermediate–Advanced Color Belt Kids and Teen/Adult Color Belts.

  • Friday, December 12th • 5:45–7:45 pm
    – Make-up testing day for all color belt levels.

Study Materials & Form Videos

To prepare, students should review:

  • The Book of Knowledge (all testing questions)

  • All Form Videos, from White Belt to Black Belt

Both can be found in our Members Section:
Click Here to Go to the Members Section of our Website
Password: Eka3

Black Belt Evaluation – Saturday, December 13th

Our Biannual Black Belt Evaluation will be held on:

  • Saturday, December 13th • 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

This test challenges our Black Belts mentally, physically, and emotionally—pushing them to tap into their true potential.

What to bring:
Full uniform
Sparring gear
Plenty of water & electrolytes

This evaluation focuses heavily on:

  • Technical striking skill

  • Endurance

  • Movement & blocking

  • Controlled sparring

(Form requirements will be graded with leniency as the new curriculum is still being integrated.)

End-of-Year Celebration & 1-Year EKA Anniversary

  • Friday, December 19th • 6:00–7:30 pm

We’re ending the year with a special combined event:

Promotion Ceremony + White Elephant Gift Exchange + Potluck

This celebration will include:

  • Color Belt & Black Belt Promotion Ceremony

  • A special speech from Master Joseph

  • Potluck dinner

  • White Elephant Gift Exchange (up to $30 gift, kid-friendly)

To sign up for the event:
Email me
Or sign up at the studio

This will be a joyful night to celebrate growth, gratitude, and community as we close out an incredible first year of Evolution Kickboxing Academy.

Winter Vacation – Studio Closed

EKA will be closed for Winter Break:

Monday, Dec 22 → Friday, Jan 2
Classes resume on Monday, January 5th, 2026

I hope everyone enjoys a warm, restful, and love-filled winter holiday.

If you have any questions about testing, events, or schedules, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Thank you all for an incredible year of dedication, trust, and community. I’m deeply honored to guide each of our students on their martial arts journey.