Gyms Details:

Head Professor: Ronn Shiraki

Details: The Relson Gracie Ronn Shiraki Academy [RSA] is a small, low-key but highly advanced Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school at the top of Kapahulu in Honolulu, Hawaii on the island of Oahu. We provide an optimal "art" and soul martial arts environment for men, women and children with our first focus on traditional approaches to training based on time tested methods. Our bestpractice and philosophy are antithetical to the current commercialization of martial arts: we are a first in class martial-artist studio dedicated to the art of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in its purity and entirety. After you have carefully studied all of your options and determined that our BJJ academy is your best choice, take your first easy step and fill out our simple online application to schedule a free trial class.​

Kids Program Url: http://www.ronnshiraki.com/kids.html

Kids Program Detail: RSA cares for our youngest members by helping them develop and thrive socially, mentally, and emotionally. We train students to pursue mastery through deliberate practice and dedication for internal rewards rather than using external validation through easy badges or belt colors. We adhere to the notion that the ever increasing number of belt ranks in the Jiu-Jitsu community reinforces an instant gratification mindset that is prevalent in today’s “now” and “more is more” culture. At RSA we teach children Gracie Jiu-Jitsu in its purest form and practice with a focus on developing character and perseverance. Our mission is to instill within students the confidence and fortitude that arises from within themselves through hard work, patience and discipline. Because we use these standards and format, admittedly, some students quit before ever really understanding the art and the unforeseen abilities they could one day possess. Members of our kid’s program have the opportunity to grow in confidence, self-mastery and a solid understanding of basic technique and principles necessary for Jiu-Jitsu mastery. However, along with our teaching staff, parents are a vital part of the equation: nudging their child through the discouraging times or as author Seth Godin calls it, “the dip,” that window of hardship which precedes advancement or a change of course to another activity. We’ve seen kids who had very little natural talent, low interest and ability struggle for a long period of time. Yet, after years of dedication and the support of engaged parents, these same individuals have developed into some of the toughest members of our school exhibiting a new sense of self-confidence and excitement at practice which is carried over into their lives outside of class and often result in more positive social interactions at school and at home. Again, there are no short cuts but with the right mindset - in coaches, students and parents - effort is compounded and success inevitably achieved. In short, if you’re looking for a program with a quick rewards system, RSA will not be a good fit. Classes are taught by Fifth Black Belt Ronn Shiraki along with a team of handpicked Assistant Instructors. Widely known as one of Relson Gracie’s top students, Ronn Shiraki has obtained his knowledge directly from the master and passes his training experience to all his students. RSA strives to maintain an intimate class environment while exposing students to all levels of experience and skill. Classes are limited in size as we believe a lower instructor to child ratio is one of the most important parts of a martial-arts program for kids. At RSA we are committed to providing training to all dedicated members regardless of financial background. Help is available for members who are experiencing financial hardship. We do not use contracts or long-term agreements to lock members into paying tuition.

Woman Only Program Url: http://www.ronnshiraki.com/women.html

Woman Only Program Detail: Our professional instructors represent integrity and helpfulness in a relaxed class format that ensures a positive and safe learning environment. The RSA Women's Team is for women who don't want to learn commercialized self-defense techniques in a cookie cutter program but rather learn in a fluid environment focused on reality based confrontation while being guided with respect to one’s specific level of experience. We strongly believe that our training system dissolves any and all possibilities of false confidence - as feedback regarding one’s true ability occurs in each class. Our students are serious about learning. We are actively aware of each and every member and their experience level and current ability: we adapt individual training in each class for every member as needed. There are some who are not comfortable with the idea of rolling around with random men [or their partner doing so] which makes the RSA all women classes a favorable option to consider. RSA adult women students also have the opportunity to attend the mixed men and women classes listed on the schedule if so inclined. Our unique school ethos is centered around a professional environment; active training that pushes the body mind and spirit; authenticity; flexibility; and fun. We hold our male instructors to the highest code of conduct. Period. There is absolutely no fraternizing or dating between coaches and students.

Pricing: Adult Men's Tuition: Flat Rate $140 per month [unlimited classes]. Adult Women's Tuition: Flat Rate - $140 per month [unlimited classes], $120 per month [women only days]. Kids Tuition: 2 Options - $140 per month [unlimited classes], $110 per month [once a week]. There is a one-time registration / association fee of $50 on day of signup. Out of town guests: 1 day pass: $20, 5 day pass: $120, 10 day pass: $160, 1 month pass: $200. Special Discounts Multiple Family Members: 2 or more family members actively training receive 20% off monthly tuition. Law Enforcement: All HPD Officers and their spouses and children receive 40% off monthly tuition and registration fees. Rates also apply to Sheriff Department, FBI, DEA, ATF and a few other selected law enforcement agencies. Contact RSA for more information. [does not combine with 20% family discount]. Financial Aid: Current members who are unable to meet tuition requirements can apply for financial aid by emailing RSA at relsonrsahawaii@gmail.com (Subject: RSA-FA). Please include a short description of your situation. Regrettably, some students have felt the need to stop training due to financial hardship. This is not acceptable to us. If help is needed to sustain training, all one needs to do is ask and be willing to contribute in other ways to the school (similar to a work/study program). This process is confidential.

Schedule Url: http://www.ronnshiraki.com/schedule.html

Special Offer: Free Trial Class

Email: relsonrsahawaii@gmail.com

Facebook Url: https://www.facebook.com/Ronn-Shiraki-Academy-973361806081781/

Country: United States