FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What does AIM stand for?
AIM is an acronym for Athletes in Motion.
What other courses does AIM USA offer?
How much does it cost?
All programs are designed for a minimal fee only $7 per lesson. Refer to the brochures from your county for exact weekly or full price and length of session.
Is there a registration fee?
Yes, there is a $13 Registration fee if you pay weekly, or a $6 Registration Fee if you pay In full.
How do I register?
There is no pre-registration. All registrations are handled on location at the date and times indicated in our advertisement or the Locations Section of this site. Click on Registration for more information or to download registration forms.
What payment methods does AIM USA offer?
AIM USA allows you to pay by the week, or to pay for the entire course all up front. AIM USA accepts Cash, Checks, and Visa, Mastercard, and American Express Credit Cards.
What is the Parent Helper Program?
For each class time per location, AIM USA utilizes 2-3 parent helpers to oversee administrative and check in procedures for each instructor. For your help, the parent helper receives a 57% discount on all class fees, (not including registration fee). Parent helpers are selected on the first night of each course registration on a first come first serve basis. No spots are guaranteed. Come 30-45 minutes before you children's class time to ensure claim on one of these positions. Please visit the parent helper section of our site for more information.
After completing the Beginner Program, What next?
After the beginner program, your child will advance to a Yellow Belt. AIM offers 12-16 week programs 3 times a year, during the Fall and Spring school year and also during the Summer. If your child sticks with the program he/she can continue earning traditional martial arts ranks all the way up to a Black Belt.
Where are the AIM USA Programs Offered?
AIM USA currently offers programs in the following areas in Virginia:
OTHER IMPORTANT FACTS:
Weekly Check In: Please arrive 10 minutes prior to class to check in. Enclose payment in an envelope from home with student's full name and amount enclosed printed on the front. Students who have paid in full must check in at the parent helper table weekly.
Avoid The Hassle Of Paying Weekly: You may pay the balance of the course during the first three weeks and still receive a discount. Enclose in an envelope the payment for the the course minus the amount you paid for the first class and registration.
School Cancellations: School cancellations for any reason will cancel our classes until the following week. (Unless classes are held at a location other than a school. In that case classes will not be held during holiday vacations or inclement weather).
Missed Lessons: Missed lessons can be made up by attending 2 classes back-to-back any following week. When making up a missed lesson, please enclose an additional class fee in your envelope. Prepaid students must inform parent helpers when making up a lesson.
Spectators: are welcome to view class weekly, unless space or noise level becomes a problem. We encourage parental involvement. Ask the instructor about volunteering!
Uniforms Are Highly Recommended: for freedom of movement and mindset. Uniforms will be available for purchase each week. No refund once the uniform goes home with you. Where do the AIM USA uniform patches go.
Courses Run: 12-16 Weeks: Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced courses are taught. At the end of the course students may advance to the next level if they meet the requirements for their current level.
Training Equipment: used in class to develop skill, power, and accuracy is recommended for practice at home. Training equipment will be available for purchase each week. or you may visit our online store
Safety Issue: Parents, please physically drop off and pick up your child at the door promptly before and after class. Please instruct your child to wait inside the classroom until you arrive.
Checks Are Made Payable to AIM: Service charge for returned checks apply. Any returned checks not satisfied in two weeks will be turned over to CHECKCARE SYSTEMS™Additional fees apply when checkcare systems processes bounced checks. Returned checks may be presented electronically for check amount and service charges as permitted by law!!
No Refunds: Please pay on a weekly basis if you are unsure of your child's desire or schedule. Thank You!
Questions or Comments: Call 1-800-323-3755, M-F 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
