
GTK Academy of Martial Arts / Jiu-Jitsu
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU * SUBMISSION GRAPPLING MODERN SELF-DEFENSE * TRADITIONAL MARTIAL ARTS

Refund Policy
A legal disclaimer
Effective Date: August 23, 2025
At GTK Academy of Martial Arts, we are committed to providing quality martial arts instruction and a positive training experience. This Refund Policy outlines the circumstances under which refunds may be granted for tuition, memberships, programs, and merchandise.
1. Class & Membership Fees
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Registration Fees: All registration or enrollment fees are non-refundable.
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Tuition & Membership Payments:
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Tuition or membership fees are generally non-refundable once payment has been processed.
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In exceptional circumstances (such as relocation, medical conditions preventing participation, or other verified reasons), refunds may be granted at the discretion of management.
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Requests must be submitted in writing to godfreyaknowles@gmail.com
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2. Program & Event Fees (Seminars, Camps, Special Events)
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Cancellations made 7 or more days before the event: Full refund or credit toward future programs.
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Cancellations made within 3–6 days before the event: 50% refund or credit.
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Cancellations made within 48 hours of the event: Non-refundable.
3. Merchandise & Equipment Sales
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Merchandise (uniforms, belts, gear, etc.) may be returned or exchanged within 10 days of purchase, provided items are unused, unworn, and in original packaging.
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Customized or special-order items are non-refundable.
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Defective products may be exchanged for the same item.
4. Trial Classes & Introductory Offers
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Fees for trial classes, introductory lessons, or promotional offers are non-refundable.
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If a student chooses to enroll after a trial, the payment may be applied as credit toward their membership (if advertised as such).
5. Refund Process
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Approved refunds will be processed using the original method of payment.
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Please allow 7–10 business days for the refund to appear on your account.
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Credits toward future classes or programs may be offered as an alternative to a cash refund.
6. Non-Attendance & Missed Classes
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Missed classes are non-refundable.
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Students may be allowed to make up missed classes, subject to instructor approval and schedule availability.
7. Policy Changes
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We reserve the right to update or modify this Refund Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised “Effective Date.”
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8. Contact Us
For questions or refund requests, please contact:
GTK Academy of Martial Arts
2105 Palm Bay Road NE # 8
Palm Bay, FL 32905
Email: godfreyaknowles@gmail.com
Phone: 571-322-1722