Magwood News

**Program Fee Update – Effective \ Sept 2025**

Dear Parents & Guardians,

I want to share an important update regarding program fees for the upcoming season. As many of you know, I recently presented to Marmora Town Council requesting an adjustment to the rental subsidy so we could keep rates as low as possible for all families. Despite strong community support, including over 250 petition signatures, council voted against further reducing our rental costs.

This means that our hall rental rates will have to increase in the new season. In order to continue offering the same quality programs and maintain our schedule, I will need to raise program fees by $10 per student per month. I understand this is a real change, especially for families with multiple children, and I do not take this decision lightly.

Please know that I’ve worked hard to keep our programs affordable for everyone, and I will continue to do so. Our commitment to providing inclusive, high-quality martial arts and Tai Chi programs in Marmora remains the same.

Thank you for your understanding, your support, and for being part of this community.

I look forward to seeing you all soon,

Sensei Magwood