FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ):
QUESTION: Do I have to sign a contract at the Valley Jujitsu School?
ANSWER: No. We do not offer contracts to our students.
QUESTION: Am I able to do it?
ANSWER: Yes you can. At the VALLEY JUJITSU SCHOOL we have trained students from five year old children through adult. Some of these people when they came to us were shy, lacked self-confidence, were out of shape or over weight, while others thought they were too old. There are still others who thought they couldn't do it. But they're out there practicing jujitsu and loving it! The fact is that it is NEVER too late to begin your training.
QUESTION: How quickly can I learn?
ANSWER: You will be taught effective, practical techniques that work on your very first lesson. Your progress is individual and is determined by the rate of speed you choose to set for yourself. Each of our Professors are high ranking black belt instructors with over 40 years of experience EACH. This fact alone guarantees progress faster than most martial art schools. In addition, we have several other black belt instructors on staff as well.
QUESTION: Do I have to be in good shape?
ANSWER: No. One of the major benefits of our specially structured program is that it is developed around a participants individual condition.
QUESTION: Do you teach only ground grappling?
ANSWER: No. We do teach ground fighting, but the emphasis is on learning a “complete” martial art. By practicing “only” ground fighting techniques, you are betting your life that there is only one attacker. That’s not a good bet!
QUESTION: What is the cost for promotional examinations?
ANSWER: We don’t charge for promotional examinations like most martial arts schools do. We are more concerned with the “quality” of the students coming out of our school.
QUESTION: Is Jujitsu training three times a week for an adult and twice a week for a child enough?
ANSWER: Yes. Training three times a week for an adult and twice a week for a child offers a great workout allowing most people the opportunity to spend time with their families and friends. Where most martial arts classes run an hour in length, our adult classes are one and a half hours long allowing our students to train for a substantial amount of time per week without having to eat up so much personal time. Because of the way we work out, training three times a week for an adult and twice a week for a child allows a student to progress at a solid rate.
QUESTION: What is the average size of a Jujitsu class?
ANSWER: Class size varies. On the average, class size is usually around 10-15 people. The CHILDREN'S JUJITSU PROGRAM is usually smaller.
QUESTION: How much does it cost to train and do you offer multi-family member discounts?
ANSWER: Class fees are paid on a monthly basis and due at the beginning of each month.
The cost to train at the Valley Jujitsu School Three times a week for an adult (13 years of age and older) is only $120 per month. The cost to train twice a week for a child is only $85 per month for youths (5-12 years of age). There is a one time only $25 registration fee for your first month. We do offer multi-family member discounts. Please ask the instructor for details.
QUESTION: How much does the Jujitsu uniform cost?
ANSWER: Our quality jujitsu uniforms cost $60 and can be purchased from your instructor.
QUESTION: How long does it take to get a black belt in at the Valley Jujitsu School?
ANSWER: We want to be honest with you. You will not be able to get a black belt in a year or two at the Valley Jujitsu School. On the average, it would take a person between 4-5 years to get a black belt, training two to three times a week on a regular basis. Most students reach the intermediate level after approximately one year. Our standards are very high.
QUESTION: What is the emphasis on training at the Valley Jujitsu School?
ANSWER: We specialize is street Jujitsu self-defense training or combative jujitsu. We
train for the streets and base our training on the principles and concept approach.
QUESTION: What is the “principle and concepts approach” to learning Jujitsu?
ANSWER: Reality dictates that it is the principles and concepts of anatomical physics that make any technique work. If any technique is not based on sound scientific principles of physics, the technique won’t work. It’s that simple. We take the time to teach each student exactly “how” and “why” each technique works. In this way, a person can apply a a series of twenty-five principles and concepts to any particular situation, rather than trying to remember thousands of techniques.
QUESTION: What is the background of the Chief Instructor of Jujitsu at the Valley Jujitsu School?
ANSWER: Professor David A. Bellman is the Director and Chief Instructor of Jujitsu at the Valley Jujitsu School and holds the rank of 9th degree black belt in Jujitsu. He has been training since 1962 and actively teaching Jujitsu since 1968. Professor Bellman is the four time National and nine time Southern California jujitsu Black Belt Champion.
QUESTION: How Do I Get Started?
ANSWER: The first step is to call us to get any further information you may feel you need or questions answered. We can be reached at (818) 882-7022. The second step is to come in and visit our 1400 square foot facility located at 8240 Louise Avenue (at Roscoe) in Northridge, California. You can meet the instructors, see the facility and equipment, watch the students training and even try a free class if you wish. The third step is to make a committment to yourself that this is the time to finally do something you have always wanted to do, to get into better shape, to learn self-defense and personal safety and enjoy the many benefits of martial arts training.
LOCATION:
VALLEY JUJITSU SCHOOL
8240 Louise Avenue (at Roscoe)
Northridge, CA 91325
Telephone: (818) 882-7022
Email:
valleyjujitsu@aol.com
