What to expect for your first class?

What to expect for your first class?

🥋 What to Expect for Your First Class at Carson Valley Martial Arts

Trying something new can be exciting—and a little nerve-wracking! At Carson Valley Martial Arts, we want your first class to be a positive, empowering, and fun experience. Whether you’re signing up your child or stepping onto the mat yourself, here’s what you can expect when you walk through our doors for the first time.

✅ Warm Welcomes, Not Intimidation

From the moment you arrive, you'll be greeted by friendly a instructor and staff who are excited to meet you. We’ll walk you through the check-in process and introduce you to other students and the space so you feel right at home.

Our environment is encouraging, respectful, and beginner-friendly—no yelling, no pressure, no need to know everything right away

👕 What to Wear

For your first class you will be provided with a uniform.

For your initial introduction and evaluation, just wear:

  • Comfortable athletic clothing (T-shirt and athletic pants/leggings)

  • Bare feet (no shoes on the mat)

  • A water bottle to stay hydrated

 

🥋 What We Teach

Carson Valley Martial Arts offers age-specific martial arts programs as well as our signature CV Fit program for fitness-minded adults.

For martial arts students, classes include:

  • Warm-ups and stretching

  • Basic stances, blocks, and kicks

  • Listening and focus games for younger students

  • Self-discipline and control training

  • Respectful partner drills 

Each class is designed to build confidence, coordination, and character—in a structured, safe, and fun way.

🧠 You Don’t Have to Know Anything

This is one of the most important things we can tell you:
You’re not supposed to know how to do it yet.
That’s what we’re here for!

Our instructor is patient and trained to work with beginners of all ages. Whether you're 4 or 40, we’ll meet you at your level and guide you step by step.

💬 What Parents Should Know

If you're bringing your child:

  • Plan to arrive 10 minutes early

  • You’re welcome to stay and observe class from our seating area

  • We emphasize respect, focus, and fun—all while building real martial arts skills

We’re here to support your child’s development both on and off the mat.

💡 Final Tip: Just Show Up!

No need to be in shape. No need to feel nervous. Just show up with a positive attitude and an open mind.
We promise—you’ll leave feeling stronger, more confident, and ready for more.

📅 Let's get you on the mats!
We can’t wait to meet you. Click 4 Week Trial – Carson Valley Martial Arts to schedule your trial and take the first step on your martial arts journey with us!

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