What our Students have to say about us….
The testimonials below are excerpts from letters we receive here at USA Black Belt Champions. They are from individuals who have taken it upon themselves to tell us how they feel about their experiences with their own martial arts training, or the training of their children at Satori Academy and its affect on their lives. (Some content has been edited to protect the privacy and personal information of our students, the original intent of the messages have been preserved in all cases)
Please take the time to read the testimonials; we appreciate all of the wonderful feedback that we receive. We humbly accept any testimonials our students wish to contribute. If you would like to provide us with your own comments please let your school manager know, contact us at our corporate office, or respond to one of our weekly informational e-mails.

Our two sons have been part of the LaValle''s USA Black Belt Champions family for about three years. Our decision to join LaVallee's USA Black Belt Champions was one of the best decisions we have ever made for our children. We would be hard pressed to find a group of people who are as dedicated to helping our children achieve their best in all aspects of their lives as the instructors at LaVallee's. They work with us as a team in reinforcing the values that we feel are necessary for them to become successful and honorable adults. It is difficult to find values such as honesty, respect, self-discipline, and dedication being taught anywhere these days. We feel very fortunate to have found such a place at LaVallee's USA Black Belt Champions.

Don and Lorraine Fann

I am currently a Purple Belt at the new DeWitt Dojo in New York. I am 12 and started about 11 months ago. I absolutely love training with my instructors and other students. I've made many friends and we like to share tips with each other. I can't wait to get to Black Belt. Since I started training in BBC I set goals for myself, such as I do one more pushup every class than I did last class. I am at 67 pushups right now. I have gotten more flexible too. I can almost do a split. Karate has changed my life outside of the Dojo, too. At school I've been working harder to bring my grades up and to do all of my homework. The Three Laws of Concentration help me to stay focused during class. I loved being in the first performance for the DeWitt Team at the Black Belt Spectacular. I love karate and I think its important for other people to sell all the hard work and fun that's in it.

Gillian Knafelc

We joined LaVallee’s USA Black Belt Champions two months after our son enrolled in the Little Champions program as something we could do together as a family. Little did we know it would improve not only our physical fitness and stamina, but has strengthened every part of our daily lives from our unity as a family, including parenting skills, to our success and accomplishments in the work place. The training along with the inspirational messages and support given by the staff constantly challenges us to be the best we can be. Training for Life. ASAH!

David, Donna & Conner Allen

Three years ago I was at a very low spot in my life. It hadn't been long since I had given birth to our second child and you could tell by looking at my body. I was overweight and overstressed. Gyms were just missing something. One day in January 2003, by the grace of God, I called LaVallee's USA Black Belt Champions in Manlius. I met with Sensei Groesbeck and my life has changed forever. Sensei Groesbeck has been a great friend and Sensei. He's there to support me and challenge me. I really needed the constant positive words from class to get me out of my slump. I thrived on USA Black Belt Champions. It was what was missing in my life, challenge, camaraderie, and a sense of accomplishment. I have set many goals with Sensei Groesbeck and have achieved many of those goals. It has allowed me to become more focused in my everyday life. I don't accept ordinary and I will only strive for excellence. Over the past three years, I have worked hard to increase my stamina and become a much healthier and h

Lisa Madsen Manlius, New York

It has been one year since our children joined the LaVallee's USA Black Belt Champions, Coconut Creek Dojo. The school has inspired each of our children to strive for greatness in martial arts and in their life outside of the Dojo. Our children have grown in skill and personal confidence. We have witnessed positive changes not only in our family, but also in other families that have joined the school. Sensei Scaccia encourages individual skill, teamwork, trust, and respect. The lessons learned will be lifelong. This Dojo truly wants their students to succeed.

Joe, Barbara, Jake & Gina Handrahan Coconut Creek, Florida