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What Style(s) does Aim High
Teach?
Aim High is unique in the way that it
approaches 'Martial Arts'. The academy is made up of multiple arts
that allow for different styles to be taught.
Our lil' martial artists, known as Lil' Warriors
(formally Lil' Dragons) are student who are ages 3yrs - 6yrs. This
age group focuses on fun while learning. The base form if Mauy Thai
kickboxing with a Tae Kwon Do Blend. While kicking and punching is
taught, that is simply the vehicle used to teach more in-depth
skills such as respect for themselves and others, proper responses
to parents, teachers and elders, a sense of true self confidence and
the ability to learn what foods are important to eat while what
foods are not. Lil Warriors is a program dynamically designed for
this age group and is only taught by Aim High.
Warrior Juniors is the next level of
development. This program is based from the Lil' Warrior program but
is geared for children ages 6yr-7yr. This takes the preschool
mindset from Lil' Warriors and aims to develop the elementary
ability. Tackling issues such as peer pressure, conduct at school,
grades, and responsibility for keeping a clean environment and a
clean mind.
Aim High offers a blended curriculum of martial
arts as our 'core' program. This is broken into two age groups,
'Kids' ages 8yr - 12yr and teen/adults, 13yr on up. This blend
combines Tae Kwon Do, Mauy Thai Kickboxing, Real Life street self
defense, No-Gi Ju-jitsu, judo, and Kempo. Over the 100,000+ Hours of
instruction the team has together, we have developed the curriculum
based around what we have found our students need, want and that has
proven to be the most effective.
Other 'stand alone' programs also include ;
Kempo, Full Gi Ju-Jitsu, Kids Ju-jitsu, Women's Self Defense, FAST
Defense Seminars, Weapons, Escrima, Mixed Martial Arts, Jeet Kun Do,
Leadership intelligence, FitBLAST, Kickboxing,
Free-running/Tricking. please click on the links to learn more about
those individual program.
How Young Does Aim High Take
A Student?
Each person is treated individually.
Some are ready earlier than others. We require all student be potty
trained, be able to take instruction for a 30m period and be able to
be in a group class. (however private lessons are available.)
Usually 4 years old seems to be the standard but we will accept 3
year olds if the instructor believe they are ready. We can answer
this question with a simple 15m intro lesson. Please call
503-640-8628 to book your lesson today!
Do Lessons Cost A Lot Of
Money?
Aim High offer very competitive rates
if not the most inexpensive rates for martial art schools in our
area. Tuition starts at $50/m and can run up to $125+ depending on
your program. Aim High offers commitment levels and month to month
pricing. Meeting with our Programs Director will get you an exact
quote on class pricing. Call 503-640-8628 to book your first
appointment and intro lesson today.
Aim High has a very big facility (over 7500sqft)
with the latest and newest equipment, a fully professional staff
(over 13 employees with 5 full time employees).
As a non-profit we have also set up a student
tuition help plan. This is a plan that will accept qualifying
students depending on finical status. We believe no student should
be turned away from martial arts due to their ability to pay.
Although money is needed in order to run the facility we have come
up with our scholarship plan. Please inquire within if you need help
paying tuition.
How Does One Start The
Martial Arts?
Simple. Call 503-640-8628 and ask to
speak with our Programs Director. You'll book you first
appointment and intro lesson. Come into the academy, meet the
instructors, view a class and make sure you feel it's a good fit.
See if there's a promotion going on for an intro period. Start
coming to classes and watch yourself transform. Make the call today!
How Often Can I Attend
Class(es)?
Aim High doesn't limit the number of
classes one can attend. If a class is offered to you for your
ability and/or program you are welcome to come. Usually 2-3 times a
week per program is recommend. In our adult program we have over 11
classes weekly that one can attend without an additional cost.
What Makes Aim High Different
From Other Schools?
There are many different martial art
schools in the Portland/Beaverton Area. What sets Aim High apart?
While many of these school are great schools Aim High focus on
teaching in a very unique way. Why do so many people choose Aim
High?
EXPERIENCE
Aim High Academy was founded by Danny Sikkens,
independently owned and operated before establishing non-profit
status in January 2009. Danny founded more than just a martial arts
school in 2005, he brought together the best talent he could find,
pulling instructors from Las Vegas, NV, Reno, NV and all over
Oregon. Together with a strong team Aim High has been providing the
Hillsboro/Beaverton/Portland Area with highest quality instruction
and martial arts training since 2005. Danny Sikkens has over 20
years experience in the martial arts and with his team together they
have over 80 years experience in multiple disciplines.
The experience shows. Whether it's the well-run
classes, where the skills of the martial arts are effortlessly
passed on to the students, or their professional approach to
business, you'll notice the difference of quality the moment you
walk into the school. Aim High associates itself with some of the
best school the nation has to offer..
INTEGRITY
Before enrolling in any
martial arts program you should compare schools. What you will find
is that, above all, our school offers you quality and integrity.
If you or your child enrolls in our program it is our responsibility
to provide you with quality instruction, and we take this
responsibility very seriously.
Unfortunately, the martial
arts industry is not regulated by any state or federal agency. This
means that any person can open up a martial arts studio regardless
of his or her background or training. Therefore it is up to you to
determine the quality of a school and the people who will be in
charge of teaching you or your child martial arts. No matter what
school you choose, make sure that you take the time to do the
research.
OUR INSTRUCTORS
All of the instructors at
Aim High Academy of Martial Arts are hand-picked by Master and
Executive Direct, Danny Sikkens. Having trained with him for a
minimum of 5 years, you can be sure that, while each instructor has
their own unique teaching style, they all teach the same techniques
and skills.
Aim High is also unique in
the fact that, unlike other schools, every single instructor
continues and maintains his or her martial arts training. They are
continuously updating and expanding upon their expertise and
skills. Our school requires that the instructors stay current with
our ever-evolving curriculum so that they are at the top of their
field.
THE NUMBERS DON'T LIE
Since Aim High was
established in 2005 Danny Sikkens has set out to make Aim High the
best school in Oregon. Based on the increase of student enrollment
it seems that the Beaverton community supports their vision. In
2005 the school population was 50 students; today we have over 300
people enrolled in our programs, and the number continues to grow
daily
We can attribute almost
all of this growth to word-of-mouth advertising. Our students enjoy
being here and it becomes a part of their daily lives. They
convince their family, friends and coworkers to try one of our
programs because they know that they are training at the best
martial arts school in Oregon
OUR CLASSES
The classes at Aim High
Academy of Martial Arts are designed so that each student can
succeed at his or her own pace. We believe that students learn best
when they are in classes that are appropriate for their age and
skill level. Our classes are divided into sections depending on the
students age and belt rank. This ensures that the students in one
class can learn as a team instead of feeling left behind or being
held back.
WE OFFER MORE
Having a large facility,
with 4 separate rooms, allows Aim High Academy of Martial Arts to
offer more classes, more often, with more variety.
The curriculum at our
school is unique in the way it blends different styles of martial
arts. Students are exposed to a range of disciplines and as they
advance in the program they have opportunities for focused
training. We offer a variety of specialized classes that sharpen
the skills and take students to the next level.
In addition to our regular
schedule, we have classes that focus specifically on Thai Boxing,
Grappling, Weapons, Demonstration Skills and Sparring.
OUR BLACK BELTS ARE
OUTSTANDING AND THEY ARE HERE TO STAY
Aim High Academy is
recognized around the nation for producing the highest quality Black
Belts students year after year.
What’s more impressive is
that these Black Belts continue training after receiving their
belt. A common phenomenon in martial arts schools is Black Belt
Burn Out, once a student reaches the level of Black Belt they feel
that they are done with martial arts. However, at Aim High Academy
of Martial Arts the majority of our Black Belts continue to train
toward their 2nd or 3rd degree.
This says two things about
our school.
One, we have created a
great program and a great atmosphere that students, even after the
momentous accomplishment of their black belt, still choose martial
arts and still choose our school to better themselves.
Two, because we have a
large number of black belts that still train at our school we have a
valuable resource for the lower belts. They not only help teach the
other students but they also provide a great example. The lower
rank belts have a great inspiration that shows them where hard work
and diligent practice will lead.
OUR FACILITY
Unlike other schools, the
Aim High Academy of Martial Arts was built specifically for martial
arts. Located in our own building at 16205 Nw Bethany Ct. #100, we
have over 7,500sqft of space. There are 4 separate rooms that are
devoted to martial arts and fitness classes. This allows us to run
classes simultaneously so that we can hold more classes during the
times that are convenient for you and your family.
Additionally, we are
continuously adding to and updating our equipment. We use kicking
shields, medicine balls, punching bags, Swiss exercise balls, jump
ropes, resistance bands and gymnastics equipment for kids.
As you can see, there are
many reasons why the families at Aim High Academy of Martial Arts
choose us over any other school in the Beaverton area. We encourage
you to take the time to compare other martial arts facilities so
that you can find the best school for you and your family. You will
discover that Aim High is what you are looking for and more!
Please
feel free to continue to browse our website where you will find more
detailed information about the many programs that we offer.
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