Academy of Soo Do Thai

Now that the smoke has cleared, we would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the team on a successful outing this past weekend!

The team brought back silver in the black belt forms division (out of a talent filled division of 13 competitors), and 2 golds and one silver in the always tough continuous sparring division!

We are tough, we are champions, we are SOO DO THAI!!!

Congrats team!

Congrats to Bailee, Melody, and Maddox on your stripe promotions! Keep up the good work!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Congrats to Amari, Melody, and Maddox (from left to right) on your promotions! Keep up the good work!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

The academy mourns a great loss as one of the most significant men to enter our academy has gone home to be with the lord, Robert "Bob" Carpenter.

We first came into contact with "Bob" roughly 19 years ago. His son (now one of our proud, strong, and accomplished Black Belts) Brandon Carpenter would often sneak up to the academy to peek through the windows while classes were in session. Eventually, he was noticed by the instructors and invited to sit in and watch classes. After watching a few classes, Brandon would dart out of the door and abruptly fade off into the neighborhood, only to return the following day. One day Brandon lost track of time and stayed at the academy longer than normal. A large burly man entered the academy scolding him (as he had been frantically searching for him), and Brandon scurried along with his dad and headed home. One would think that this would detour Brandon, but you would have to know him to know that isn't the case!

Brandon continued to return to the academy each day, and his father now knew where to find him. One day he came in and said something along the lines of "You really like this stuff huh"? Brandon vigorously nodded his head in approval, and Bob signed him up for classes without thought or hesitation. He said, "He is gonna be here anyway, so I may as well sign him up", lol. Bob knew that it was safer for him to be at the academy surrounded by positive and like-minded children than to be out in the streets. From that day forward, a relationship was born.

What many don't know is that Bob, in many ways, shaped the entire landscape of Soo Do Thai. He was an extremely talented man, capable of bringing my thoughts, visions, and dreams to reality. When Soo Do Thai first incorporated an MMA program into its curriculum, all training took place on the same mat as the karate program. I remember wanting a cage for the fighters to train in, however they were EXTREMELY expensive at that time, and way outside of the academy's budget. Bob said, "Why don't we just build one, it can't be that hard". I was in disbelief and didn't know where to start. He asked to come to one of the upcoming fights where our fighters were competing, and he slowly circled the cage after the show visually taking pictures and notes. He had a sly grin on his face and said "Okay, I think I can do it". Within a month Bob began constructing the cage and brought it in and assembled it. This was the birth of the MMA program and the multiple champions that it produced.

Bob then went on to build the boxing ring, and the bag rack for the hanging heavy bags used for training, all by hand. If that wasn't enough, he never complained or charged a single dime. ALL of his work and labor was a donation to the academy in appreciation for what it provided for his son (often times he provided the materials as well)! His contribution was not in lieu of his son's training expenses, but in addition to it. He also handled the maintenance and repairs for everything that he built, free of charge. He understood the value of what his son was receiving and wanted to contribute towards it.

In addition to building things, Bob never missed a function and would donate to EVERY ONE OF THEM. Car washes, in-house tournaments, picnics, banquets, you name it, Bob was there! He stood a very strong and proud man who never said much, but his presence filled the room.

Bob was the man who made my dreams come true. All I would have to do is mention it to him, and he never needed a drawing or much detail, he made it come to life. If it were not for him, there would be no MMA championships to celebrate or boxing and kickboxing wars to regale. This was all thanks to a man who loved his son enough to support both him and the academy in which he trained.

Thank you, Robert "Bob" Carpenter, for making our dreams come true. I believe that I can speak for the entire academy in saying that we love you, and you will be sorely missed by us all. It was a pleasure knowing you, and we thank you and your family for all that you have done and for all of the lives that you have helped, shaped, molded, and impacted through your generosity, hard work, and contributions. May God bless you and keep you and your family.

We love you. Rest In Peace.
GrandMaster Gathings & The Entire Academy Of Soo Do Thai

Photo Credit: Kelly Hall-Carpenter & AOSDT

Top photo: Bob washing cars at our academy's yearly car wash fundraiser.

Second photo: The cage, boxing ring, and hanging heavy bag rack created and constructed by Bob (no photo or diagram was given to him to create this, just a vision).

Third photo: Bob and Master Adrian Hunter at a Soo Do Thai Banquet.

All these ladies wanted for Christmas was their green belts, and they most certainly got it! Congrats again to Maraya and Gabriel on their promotions to green belt! Don't look now, we are just getting started! Time to work towards blue belt!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

While many were resting over the holidays, some were working. We wanted to start the new year off right by congratulating Sensei Zarek Ray on his recent promotion to 3rd Degree Black Belt! This was well-earned and deserved!

Congratulations!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Happy New Year From Soo Do Thai!!!

Just a reminder that all online/virtual classes resume tomorrow! See you then!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Congrats Maraya and Gabriel on receiving your 3rd stripe on your yellow belts! Next stop Green Belt!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Cyber Monday Is Here!!!

Enjoy our Cyber Monday special on our training!

$500 for 6 months of training

Special ends at 11:59pm tonight! Don't miss out!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Black Friday Special Ends Today!!!

Special: 50% off of 1 year paid in full tuition!!!

$774 pays for December 2023-December 2024
(That breaks down to only $64.50 monthly!!!)

This includes Live Online Training and full access to our Soo Do Thai
Online Platform!!!

Don't miss out on a chance to save a ton of cash!!!

Black Friday Special!!!

It's that time again! Time for our annual Black Friday Sale!!!

When: Wednesday November 15-Friday November 24th

Special: 50% off of 1 year paid in full tuition!!!
$774 pays for December 2023-December 2024
(That breaks down to only $64.50 monthly!!!)

This includes Live Online Training and full access to our Soo Do Thai
Online Platform!!!

Breakdown:

Regular Rates: $1,548 ($129 per month)=1 Year Tuition
Black Friday Special: $774=1 Year Tuition (that breaks down to approximately $64.50 monthly)

Life happens! Many of us may have strayed away from our martial arts training and goals, and some of us may have never even begun the journey. That's okay! That can change right here, and right now!!!

If you ever thought about returning or giving our program a try, now is the time to do it AND save some serious cash!!!

Our Black Friday Special is for Paid In Full Tuition ONLY, and begins on 11/15 and concludes on 11/24!

Don't miss out on a chance to save a ton of cash!!!

Online Platform Returns!!!

The wait is finally over, the Soo Do Thai Online Platform has returned!!

Here are a few things to keep in mind:

Time Constraints:

Each level times out after a certain number of months, therefore it is paramount that you finish the steps in a timely matter. The purpose of the platform is to encourage consistent rather than casual training (as you can train on your own time).

Attendance:

The platform works best with class participation. With work, school, and life, we do understand that not everyone can make it to class consistently. However, the platform, although comprehensive and extremely helpful, cannot answer real-time questions or correct errors in technique or performance, therefore it works better with class attendance. The ability to have an instructor (whether in person or virtually) observe your progress and give critique, pointers, and correction is invaluable, and goes a long way towards the practicing done via the online platform afterward. Therefore, students should understand that the online platform works hand in hand with class training.

If you find yourself struggling to make it to class, keep in mind that we offer training at least 4 days per week (2 days online, 2 days in-person training).

If your platform times out and you wish to review or continue, reach out to GrandMaster Gathings to be reinserted into the platform. Also, if you have any issues accessing or navigating the Online Portal, feel free to reach out as well!

Take advantage of this amazing training tool! It can be the difference maker in your next testing!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

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Martial Arts | Academy of Soo Do Thai | Warren The Academy Of Soo Do Thai has been in business for over 20 years. We teach Soo Do Thai, which is a mixture of Tae Kwon Do, Tang Soo Do, and Muay Thai kickboxing. We also teach Mixed Martial Arts and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu! We invite you to come and try a free class out!

Congrats to everyone that tested!!!

Maraya-2nd Level Yellow Belt

Gabriel-2nd Level Yellow Belt

Lamar Phillips (not pictured)-2nd Level Blue Belt

Keep up the good work!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Congratulations to our very own Sensei Zarek Ray and Master Hiram McGee on their AMAZING performances at the tournament this past weekend!

You guys led the charge by putting Soo Do Thai on your back, and went out and represented, both bringing back first place in Continuous Sparring and a Bronze in a very competitive forms division!

We couldn't be prouder of you both! Thank you for always representing the academy proudly. Keep up the good work!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Back To School/Labor Day Special!!!

Things are heating up this Labor Day Weekend with an AMAZING special to both celebrate the holiday AND send the kids back to school prepared for the upcoming school year!

$350 for the remainder of the year!!!

That's right, $350 pays off your tuition for the remainder of the 2023 year!!!

This is the perfect time to re-enroll, or try it for yourself, so what are you waiting for???!!!

Give us a call or message us ASAP to take advantage of this AMAZING special! Special ends on Monday September 4th!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

702-954-6213

Congrats to Maraya and Gabriel on receiving their third stripe on their white belts! Next stop, YELLOW BELT!!!

Keep up the good work ladies!!!
Soo Do Thai!!!

Congrats to Maraya and Gabriel on their recent promotions!

These ladies have been working VERY hard, and it shows! Keep up the good work ladies!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Summer Special!!!

Summer is just heating up! Enjoy this summer deal to beat the heat!

$444 for the remainder of the year! (That's over $200 in savings)

OR

$700 for a full year (that's over $800 in savings)!!!

Special is for in-person AND/OR virtual/online training.

Special ends on Saturday August 5th!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Here is the flier for the next event that Soo Do Thai will be competing in. We would like all of our students to participate and support!

Congrats to our very own Kyron "Quicksilver" Scott on winning the Point Fighting Grandchampionship! Way to represent!

Congrats to all of our little ones on their promotions! Keep up the good work!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Attention Parents & Students:

Effective Wednesday July 5, 2023, our in-person training schedule will be as follows:

Monday: 6:00-7:00pm
Wednesday: 6:00-7:30pm

Enjoy your holiday, and we look forward to seeing everyone in class!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!

Congrats to Brayden, Jurnee, and Mr. Lamar on your promotions! Keep up the good work!!!

Soo Do Thai!!!