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"Building a better tomorrow, By starting today"
TRIANGLE MARTIAL ARTS ASSOCIATION
ANNUAL STUDENTS REPORT CARD Results Compiled 1st Quarter of 2008 Each year in association with our annual demographic survey, we ask our active students to rate how well we are doing in their opinion. This forms part of our general annual report card which is used to determine how well we are meeting our students needs and expectations, how well we are achieving our program goals, and what adjustments we should make to emphasis or focus on particular areas of attention. Consistent with prior report cards, this years results reflect the overwhelmingly positive impression that TMAA makes on almost everyone who joins us, connects with us, or interacts with us with 100% of respondents grading TMAA as above average or excellent overall. That is something everyone at TMAA can be very proud of, from the most novice new student to the most senior master instructor. Everyone involved in active training at TMAA is also actively engaged in supporting our non-profit outreach mission to the community at large, and those who provide additional assistance and support by taking on roles as officers or instructors deserve additional recognition and congratulations. The survey asked six very generalized questions and asked responding active students to grade TMAA in a five grade scale from very poor, to excellent. The results are as follows: QUESTION ASKED Very Poor Poor Average Above Av Excellent
Avail of classes 0% 0% 7.4% 51.9% 40.7%
Value for money 0% 0% 3.7% 18.5% 77.8%
Quality of instruction 0% 0% 3.7% 29.6% 66.7%
Our Instructors 0% 0% 0% 25.9% 74.1%
Extra-curricular activities 0% 0% 18.5% 51.9% 29.6%
Overall TMAA Grade 0% 0% 0% 37.0% 63.0% When asked what responding students MOST LIKED and MOST DISLIKED about TMAA, the following written responses were received from a percentage of the respondents above: o MOST LIKE: Friendly, relaxed atmosphere in class, patient and motivated teacher. MOST DISLIKE: Militaristic mannerism in some parts of TMAA. o The community and instruction are excellent. I most dislike that I cannot take full advantage of all of the programs and that TMAA cannot take full advantage of all of the opportunities for growth that we have. I occasionally feel overwhelmed. o MOST LIKE: The attention given to students, people in the program, guidance and instruction MOST DISLIKE: Getting out of class somewhat late. However, it's understandable given the availability of instructors and training space. o Most Like: the community is vibrant and thriving Most Dislike: the constant pressure to get more and more involved. o I like the extra personal attention given by TMAA instructors - especially when sensitive issues come up. ...Sometimes instructors seem strict and militaristic. o What I most like about TMAA are the instructors they make training fun and challenging. What I dislike, how slow I am at learning and fitting in. o TMAA provides the most affordable martial arts programs I've found anywhere. I also really enjoy how involved we are with the community. One thing I would like to see more within the club is the connection between the instructors and students, maybe promote more social activities will help the whole club morale o I have very few complaints and really enjoy the program. My only complaint is that I see some conflict between the instructors (particularly toward one instructor)during classes that makes me a little uncomfortable and distracts me from learning at times. o MOST LIKE -The dedication and passion of the instructors -The inclusive and diverse culture of the org MOST DISLIKE -The fact that I don't have more time in my busy life to do more for the organization o I like TMAA's approach to martial arts-- you are willing to experiment to find what works best o I love TMAA. They have help me turn my whole life around . I only wish that we had are on Dojang to call home. o Like most: The feeling of being accepted and encouraged and laughed with--no at. I don't like having to always think of a question at the end of class. It sometimes gets in the way of my learning experience. o I have a great time. Everyone is warm and welcoming. o I love the instructors and the mission of the group and feeling like part of the community in larger ways. I also appreciate what the group does outside of training alone. I find the whole environment very supportive and amazing. I cannot really think of anything I really dislike o Great instructors, fun classes o I like everything. I wish more students would support the GAMES when they are held. o MOST LIKE: This is the best, most professional and most affordable martial arts training in San Francisco hands down. The instructors are super knowledgeable and approachable. The students are friendly and supportive. The classes are fun, challenging, and exciting. MOST DISLIKE: Nothing about TMAA comes close to being a dislike to be frank.
"This is an excellent report card for this year" notes Grand Master Ken Craig, President of TMAA "although we'd love to change those average opinions to more favorable ones. We want to exceed expectations in every area of our operations and activities, and we will most certainly look at those areas we can make positive changes in, such as our extra curricular activities." As an entirely unpaid, volunteer led organization, there are limits and restrictions in staffing and funding which do not allow TMAA to meet every possible need and desire. "We would love to own our own training space so that we could offer a greater variety of class times and opportunities. We would love to have enough funding to pay three or four full time instructors and a couple of support staff personnel. I think we are doing amazing things at the moment with the little funding we do receive, but there is always room for improvement and we will look at the results of our report card with a view to seeing where adjustments can be made." As always, thank you to everyone who supports TMAA in its mission and goals. |
