Longoria's Black Belt Academies

06/10/2026

TESTING WEEK June 29-July 1

All testers need to sign up for testing at the Front Desk by Wed 6/24 to avoid a $20 late fee.

Students should turn in their permission to test slips to an instructor.
Full white uniforms are required for testing.
If your account has been on freeze during a testing cycle, you are not eligible to test.

06/08/2026

LTMA Leadership this week: Leading Without a Title.

Leadership is not a position. It's a behavior.

This week we're making the case to our students that they don't have to be elected, appointed, or chosen to lead. They can do it right now — in the hallway, on the mat, in the group chat — through small, consistent choices that set the tone for everyone around them.

The students who change their schools and their gyms aren't doing it with speeches. They're doing it in the everyday moments. Compounded.

Upper Belt Class Mon–Thu, last 15 minutes. 🏆

06/07/2026

🥋 FIGHT NIGHT FRIDAY 6/12

6 - 7 PM | Orange Belts and Above
Wear any LTMA Casual Uniform and bring your sparring gear
Two classes.

See you on the mats!

06/04/2026

🚘 Road Trip Time!

Join your LTMA Family at Globals in Little Rock

Early Bird Registration for Global Celebration 2026 has officially been extended through June 7th 🔥
Don’t miss your chance to be part of GTMA’s 5th Anniversary Celebration! Filled with incredible training opportunities, unforgettable moments, and an amazing weekend with our global community. INCLUDING Mr. Rudy becoming a Master! 🎉

Don’t wait. Secure your spot today!
Register now: https://globalcelebration.gtmaonline.com/

05/30/2026

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Limited Edition 2026 H&L Hope Foundation shirts designed by Lauren Lee are now available for preorder.

Preorders will be accepted through June 28, and limited extra inventory will be available at GTMA Globals 2026 while supplies last.

Shirts may be picked up at Globals or through your GTMA instructor after Globals at your local school location (please verify pickup details with your GTMA school).

Every purchase helps support the mission of the H&L Hope Foundation and the families we serve through the GTMA community.

Preorder your shirt here:
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05/26/2026

Don’t forget! Camp Rudy starts next week!! Can register for full days, 9-3 or half days, 9-12! Camps run from June- July!

Be ready for some some fun taekwondo training (testing is at the end of June so good chance to get extra training in and earn some stripes!), pool days, nerf wars and more!!!

Register at the front desk!

05/26/2026

🌅 Summer Morning Taekwondo Classes — Starting June 2nd!

Looking for a great way to keep skills sharp all summer long? Our Tuesday/Thursday morning classes are back!

📆 June 2nd – July 16th
⏰ 9:30–10:15 AM
🥋 All belt levels welcome, all ages

This is a members-only class — not available for free trial, but a great perk if you're already part of the LTMA family!

Reach out or stop by the front desk for details.

05/25/2026

LTMA Leadership this week: Belonging vs. Fitting In.

There's a difference — and most students have felt both.
Fitting in means changing yourself to match the room. Belonging means being accepted as you actually are.

This week we're talking about what it feels like to be left out, what it costs to leave others out, and what it looks like to build a space where people don't have to perform to be included.

One of the best leadership skills a young person can develop? Noticing who's on the edges — and doing something about it.

Leadership - Upper Belt Class, last 15 minutes.