Newsletter – February 2026

Student of the Month for February

🏆✨ Zoey McAleese ✨🏆

🎉👏 Congratulations on an amazing achievement! 🌟🥋 Way to go!


Monthly Message

DEFINITION OF A MATURE MIND

To give without remembering and to receive without forgetting.

Life Skills Mat Chat: Goals

Service Learning Project:
In the month of February we will be collecting donations for All4Paws Animal Shelter in Pawleys Island. Please bring in any dog and/or cat supplies such as toys, food, bowls, treats, etc.

 

Belts of the Month

Lil Dragons: Cooper Padden
White: Sawyer Hart
White/Yellow: Antonio Xenakis
Yellow: Noah Gomez
Yellow/Green: Luke Tarry
Green: Anakin Delacruz
Green/Blue: Ethan Folmer
Blue: Xhaiden Wilcox
Blue/Red: Kaleb Horton
Red: Celia O’Neal
Red/Brown: Daniel Morris
Brown: Zoey McAleese
Brown/Black: James Senn
Jr. Black Belt: Annistyn Woessner
Jr. Grappler: Liam Benton


Important Dates

Parents Night Out – Cupid’s Quest

Saturday, February 8, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
💲 Cost: $45
💲 $40 for Black Belt Club / Team Elite

Cupid’s arrows have gone missing and chaos has taken over the dojo! This Valentine’s Day, our ninjas will leap into action on an epic Cupid-themed adventure packed with games, challenges, teamwork, and nonstop fun.

Kids will:
• Search the dojo for hidden hearts using riddles and clues
• Recover Cupid’s missing foam arrows
• Tackle balance drills, teamwork puzzles, and mini ninja challenges
• Face off in the final showdown to defeat the Grumpy Gargoyle
• Learn teamwork, confidence, and the power of friendship

Dress in Valentine colors, enjoy your evening, and come back to happy, tired ninjas!
⚠️ Spots are limited — this event WILL fill up!

Sun Fun Classic Tournament

Karate World is excited to present our yearly tournament — the Sun Fun Classic!

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026
📍 Location: Murrells Inlet Community Center

We encourage all students to participate and showcase their skills in this fun and competitive event. Students will be receiving registration flyers in class. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Zeke or Ms. Paige for details. Let’s make this year’s tournament a success — we can’t wait to see everyone there!

Sun Fun Classic Sponsorships:
We are looking for local businesses to sponsor our tournament.

• Cost: $125
• Business logo featured on the back of the tournament T-shirt
• 1-hour self-defense seminar for your staff
• Students who bring in a sponsorship will receive a $25 Visa gift card

❗Sponsorship deadline: January 16, 2026

Mr. Chuck Elias Tournament

The Goodwill Tournament 2026 hosted by Chuck Elias will be on February 28th in Lady’s Island, SC.

For a tournament flyer or more information, please see a staff member.

Pawleys Island Grand Opening

Karate World is excited to announce the official opening of Karate World Pawleys Island!

We want to invite all of our students to train at the new school for no additional cost between our soft opening (projected to be February 2nd) and our grand opening on February 21st.

This offer stands for anyone moving to the new location, thinking about it, or even those who just want to try it out. We will be sending emails with more information and the class schedule. Paper copies of the schedule will be available upon request.

📅 Soft Opening – Monday, February 2-21, 2026
📍 115 Willbrook Blvd #Q, Pawleys Island, SC 29585

Intent to Promote

The intent to promote fee for your child’s next belt is $40, with an early bird rate of $30 for payments made by March 15.

Payments after March 15 will still be accepted, though belt availability at graduation cannot be guaranteed.

Thank you for your support as we prepare for a great belt graduation.

Camps

Spring Into Action – Spring Break Training Camp

📅 April 6–10
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Karate World – Garden City

Open to ages 5 and up, including members and non-members. Each day features a different theme to keep kids excited and engaged: Ninja Survival, Nerf Wars, Cobra Kai, Belt Boot Camp, and Karate World Game Day. This camp also serves as a preview of our exciting Summer Camps.

💲 Pricing:
• $135 before April 1
• $170 after April 1
• Daily drop-in: $50 per day
• $45 per day for BBC & TE members

Lunch is included for campers attending free for one day. Campers should bring lunch, a snack, and comfortable workout clothes. Spots are limited and fill fast.

Karate World Summer Camps 2026
• June 15–19: Ninja Survival Camp
• June 22–26: Nerf Wars Camp (Pawleys Island)
• July 6–10: Cobra Kai Camp
• July 20–24: Summer Promotion Camp

Pay before April 1st to receive the biggest savings! Camps sell out every year, so early registration is strongly encouraged. Scan the QR code or see a staff member for more details.

Valentine’s Day Cards

Valentine card orders will be ready for pickup Wednesday the 4th and Thursday the 5th during B night classes.


Important Information

For all upgrade programs (BBC & TE), the weapon for Quarter 1 (January–March) of 2026 will be the Kamas.

📅 Parents Night: February 23rd & 24th
Come to class with your student and bring your square hand target.


Important Announcements

Join the Karate World Champions Club!

We’re looking for our next group of Karate World Champions Club Ambassadors — and it could be YOU!

Become part of the coolest club in town by completing five simple steps:

  • Facebook Check-In at Karate World
  • Leave a Google Review
  • Leave a Facebook Recommendation
  • Refer a Friend (They don’t have to sign-up)
  • Download the Spark Member App & Add Your Student’s Picture (see instructions below for download instructions)
  • Complete all five and you’ll officially become a Karate World Ambassador — plus, you’ll earn free gifts, including the exclusive Champions Club T-shirt! Help us spread the word about Karate World.

Student Member App: 📲 Download the Spark Member App Today!

We’re excited to announce that the Spark Member App is now available for all students! This app will make it easier to view class schedules and stay connected.

How to Download the Spark Member App:

  1. Click here for the app on Google Play Store (Android) or Click here for the app in the Apple App Store (iPhone), or you can search for “Spark Member” in the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
  2. Download the app and follow the prompts to set it up. When prompted, use our Studio Code: 4660.
  3. Log in using the email associated with your account. If needed, click “Send Password Again” to receive an activation email.
  4. Retrieve your temporary password, log in, and you are all set!

If you have any questions or need assistance, stop by the front desk, or reach out to us at karateworldssb@gmail.com or call/text (843) 828-4386. Let’s get connected and make scheduling a breeze!

Update About Electronic Payments

Our payment processor, Spark, will apply a small processing fee to all electronic transactions (credit and debit cards). This fee goes directly to Spark, not Karate World. If you’d like to avoid the fee, you’re welcome to pay by cash or check. Thank you for your continued support!

Cancelation Policy: 📢 Important Tuition Policy Reminder:

To stop automatic withdrawals for tuition, a 30-day written notice is required.

How to Cancel:

  1. Send an email to: karateworldssb@gmail.com.
  2. Confirmation Required: Please ensure you receive a confirmation email from us to complete the cancellation process.
  3. Note: No refunds will be issued after an account has been drafted.

If you have any questions, please inquire at the front desk or reach out to us via email. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!