The martial arts were originally developed for self-defense. Today people come to us from all walks of life, each with their own reasons. Some are seeking physical fitness, some enjoy the sporting aspect, and others just want to have fun. No matter what your reason, our highly stylized method of teaching will help you learn the art of self-defense while gaining strength, flexibility, and stamina! We are committed to providing quality martial arts instruction to each and every student. We place a strong emphasis on discipline and respect. Learning is the key to all our work.

Your Team

Certified Instructor Mr. Adkins has had a passion for the Martial Arts since he first trained while attending the Marine Military Academy in 1985. Mr. Adkins holds the rank of a 3rd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do, and Moo Duk Kwan (Registered in Korea). Mr. Adkins also received his 3rd Degree Black Belt in Goju Ryu from Master Kenneth Gray. Mr. Adkins wants to teach kids the best way to make right choices, instilling competitiveness, integrity, perseverance, discipline and commitment, which he has demonstrated in his business career, owning and operating multiple businesses and currently also owns Medusa Executive Security Firm. Mr. Adkins is American Heart Association Certified in CPR/AED & First Aid.

Mr. Adkins currently trains under Master Jason Wadley who is an 8th Degree in Tae Kwon Do and is currently the CEO of the United Taekwondo Alliance (UTA) and while training under Master Wadley, received his Certified Instructors Certificate through United Taekwondo Alliance (UTA). Mr. Adkins also trained under Masters in Kung Fu, Hapkido, Weeping Style Ju Jitsu, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Kali. Mr. Adkins had a renewed spirit for the martial arts which encouraged him to start his own school in 2009 and share the knowledge and passion of the martial arts with kids and adults.

Assistant Certified Instructor & Program Director Mrs. Shannon Adkins is a 3rd Degree Black Belt as well as a seasoned professional Executive Assistant. Mrs. Adkins has managed and assisted some of the largest Executives in the Legal and Health and Wellness industry in Dallas. Mrs. Adkins is American Heart Association Certified in CPR/AED & First Aid.

Mrs. Adkins is an integral part in all aspects of the AMA organization. She handles billing, accounting, sales, testing and tournament registration and instructing. If you need something done she is the one that makes it all happen. She has trained under Master Jason Wadley and while training under Master Wadley, received her Certified Assistant Instructors Certificate through United Taekwondo Alliance (UTA), as well as trianed under other Masters in Tae Kwon Do.

Not only is she dedicated to AMA she is a committed wife and mom.

School Policies

Weather

In the event of inclement weather, please listen to your local news and our news section of our website. We will follow the same guidelines as the Allen Independent School District.

Payments

All fees for school activities, such as testing, seminars, parents night out, and birthday parties, need to be paid prior to the event to secure your spot for the event. Please refer to the individual event flyers for information regarding the cost and payment due date. If payment is not made by the due date for the event, we cannot guarantee a spot in the event, so please be prompt with payment.

Testing

Action Martial Arts testing is held approximately every nine weeks. Students are eligible for testing when their instructor provides the student with appropriate achievement stripes on their belt (red, white, and blue). If the student is not given their achievement stripes before testing, then the student is not deemed ready for testing.

Testing is held on a Friday or Saturday determined by the Chief Instructor at AMA Black Belt Academy. Testing notifications are provided verbally, by flyers and on our website, with time and group information.

It is imperative that students pre-register within one week of the scheduled testing date and take care of their standard testing fee prior to testing to ensure their spot.

Parents Waiting Area

Action Martial Arts facility is as much yours as it is ours. Please be courteous when bringing in any outside food or drink or taking cellular phone calls while in the waiting area. Please respect this policy and our Academy so that we may maintain a clean and safe environment for all. Please supervise your children while in the waiting area. Please have your children refrain from running, loud talk, and other disruptive activities in waiting area.

Health and Safety

We ask that everyone refrain form bringing their child to class when they are sick. This not only benefits your child, but also the other students and the instructors. Some reasons why you would not bring your child to class include:

• 1. A fever higher than 100 degrees
• 2. A runny nose with thick discharge
• 3. Sore throat
• 4. Bad cough
• 5. Headache
• 6. Stomach ache, Diarrhea, Nausea, or vomiting
• 7. Red or pink eye
• 8. Rash or infection of the skin

Contagious conditions such as head lice, ringworm, impetigo, etc. require treatment before the student will be allowed to return to class. Please notify the studio if your child is diagnosed as having any communicable disease such as strep-throat, or pink-eye.

Thank you for your consideration and support in these matters.