⭐ SOLO SPOTLIGHT

Inside the Academy This Week

⭐ SOLO SPOTLIGHT

Inside the Academy This Week

Hi, 

Here’s what’s new and happening inside the SOLO Academy this week.

I’ve already spotted a few strong contenders for earning the “Year Strong” Water Bottle this year. If you missed what that is, you’ll find the details below.

You’ll also see the next belt test dates, so now’s the time to get ready.

 

NEW FOR 2026: YEAR STRONG RECOGNITION

Earned through consistent training across 2026.

If you missed this earlier in the year, here’s a quick reminder of the new Year Strong recognition at SOLO.

At the end of 2026, students who train consistently across the year will be recognised with a SOLO Year Strong Water Bottle.

Not about perfection.
Just staying on the path.

Awards presented at the end of the year.

🔗 Missed the full announcement?
You can read the full details in the January Spotlight Newsletter.

 

 

TRAINING UPDATES INSIDE THE ACADEMY
Belt Testing · Readiness Stripes · Training Tips · Academy News
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2026 Belt Testing Calendar

Next Belt Test: Monday 15th June

A clear milestone for students to aim for and families to plan ahead.

✅ Keep working on your stripes • Consistency first
Free Adult Striking Workshop
A focused training session for adult members who want to sharpen their boxing basics, core kicking techniques, and selected spinning strikes outside the usual weekly training structure.
📅 Friday 27 March
⏰ 7:00pm – 8:15pm
✅ Jab & Cross
Front Kick • Round Kick • Side Kick • Spin Kick
Limited spaces • Adult members only • Booking required
Helping You Track Your Progress
To help you better understand when you are ready to progress to the next belt, we are introducing a simple visual marker in the adult programme called the Readiness Stripe.
As students develop their skills, instructors will recognise three key stages in training:
Foundation Standard – strong understanding of the techniques.

Execution Standard – performing techniques confidently without instructor prompting.

Performance Standard – performing at grading level.
Each stage will be recognised with a readiness stripe on the belt. Once Performance Standard is reached, students enter a short Polish Phase before the next grading cycle.
This helps ensure every student enters grading confident, prepared and performing at the level expected for their belt.
Three readiness stripes means you are ready for your next grading.
Summer 2026 Drop – First Release
SOLO Performance Training Trousers
A brand new addition to the SOLO uniform.
An official SOLO edition, designed as a modern alternative to the current training trousers, offering a more lightweight, athletic feel while maintaining the academy standard.
Why you’ll love them:
• Athletic tapered fit
• Lightweight stretch fabric
• Elastic waistband comfort
• Secure zip pockets
Approved for:
Training • Gradings • All SOLO sessions
Your current training trousers remain absolutely fine to continue using.
🔥 Limited First Production Run
Only 20 pairs available in this first release.

Once sold out, the next production won’t be until later in the year.
P.S. The unique stripe design represents the SOLO academy identity — we’re excited to see everyone training in the new uniform this summer.
A better you — one step, one habit, one year at a time.
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