09/09/2026
Our New Stripe Challenges Are Underway!
This testing cycle, students have several challenges they can work on both in class and at home:
Pink Stripe — Respect Mission
* Choose ONE Respect Mission appropriate for the student’s age
* Put Respect into action at home or school
* Parents let us know when the mission has been completed
Teal Stripe — Speed Kick Challenge
* Tigers: 10 wheel kicks in 10 seconds
* Core Beginners: 12 in 10 seconds
* Intermediate: 14 in 10 seconds
* Advanced: 16 in 10 seconds
Gray Stripe — Heel Kick Challenge
* Tigers & Beginners: Lead-leg hook kick
* Intermediate: Spinning back kick
* Advanced: Head-level spinning hook kick
* Students must demonstrate 3 successful kicks on each side
Camo Stripe — Instructor Award
* Earned during class at the instructor’s discretion
Challenge Weeks
* Week of October 12
* Week of November 9
The Speed Kick and Heel Kick Challenges are meant to give students something specific to practice at home, not just attempt when Challenge Week arrives. A little practice each week will go a long way!
Students who successfully complete the Teal and Gray Stripe Challenges will earn their stripe and a commemorative challenge sticker.
Parents, be sure to check your email for the age-specific Respect Missions, full kick requirements, and everything you need to help your student prepare.