Holiday Hours - Tannersville NY
Holiday Schedule for Sensei Sandy BJJ
Check holiday closures, short-session days, and special small-group class windows for Sensei Sandy BJJ in Tannersville, NY.
Last reviewed: August 25, 2026
Beginner class - Reschedule by text - Calm first small-group class
Next changes
- September 4: regular Friday classes
- September 7: Labor Day No-Gi Games / Open Mat — 5:00 PM Youth/Teen, 6:00 PM Adult
- September 8–12: placement
- September 14: full fall schedule
2026 Holiday Schedule
Recommended remaining 2026 + New Year 2027 schedule
Regular weekly classes run on the normal schedule unless we list a holiday adjustment below.
Earlier 2026 schedule
| Holiday |
Date |
Academy Plan |
Parent Note |
| Private Booking Closure |
Friday, May 15, 2026 |
Closed |
No regular classes due to a private booking. |
| Memorial Day |
Monday, May 25, 2026 |
Closed |
No regular small-group classes. Regular schedule resumes after the holiday. |
| Private Booking Closure |
Saturday, May 30, 2026 |
Closed |
No regular classes due to a private booking. |
| Hunter Elementary Spring Concert |
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 |
Closed |
No regular classes. Hunter Elementary Spring Concert is at 6:00–7:00 PM. |
| Juneteenth |
Friday, June 19, 2026 |
Special window |
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM special session window. Advance sign-up required. |
| Independence Day Observed |
Friday, July 3, 2026 |
Half-day only |
Short morning session only. No regular evening small-group classes. |
| Independence Day |
Saturday, July 4, 2026 |
Closed |
No regular holiday classes. |
School calendar: View the official Hunter-Tannersville CSD 2026–27 calendar. Academy decisions may differ from school closures, so use the academy plan below for class attendance.
Training-term policy: Membership terms are measured in 12 instructional weeks. Planned academy closures do not reduce those 12 weeks; exceptions and weather decisions are posted here.
September transition: Friday, Sept. 4 runs the regular Youth Gi at 5:00 PM and Adult Gi at 6:00 PM. Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7, runs Youth/Teen No-Gi Games at 5:00 PM and Adult No-Gi Open Mat at 6:00 PM. Placement Week begins Sept. 8; the Fall Practice Schedule begins Sept. 14.
| Holiday |
Date |
Recommended plan |
Parent/member note |
| Studio Closure |
Monday, Aug. 24 |
Closed |
No regular youth or adult classes. Monday students may request makeup space Aug. 25–28. |
| Superintendent’s Conference Days |
Tuesday–Wednesday, Sept. 1–2 |
Regular schedule |
No district classes. Academy evening classes remain on the regular schedule. |
| First Day of School |
Thursday, Sept. 3 |
Regular schedule |
Hunter-Tannersville CSD classes begin. Academy class times remain unchanged. |
| Regular School Day |
Friday, Sept. 4 |
Regular schedule |
Regular Friday academy schedule: Youth Gi at 5:00 PM and Adult Gi at 6:00 PM. |
| Labor Day |
Monday, Sept. 7 |
Special schedule |
Labor Day No-Gi Games / Open Mat: Youth/Teen at 5:00 PM and Adult at 6:00 PM. Members may bring a friend. |
| Fall Placement Week |
Tuesday, Sept. 8 |
Placement begins |
Placement and orientation week runs Sept. 8–12. Class times remain unchanged; see the schedule for formats. |
| Full Fall Practice Schedule |
Monday, Sept. 14 |
Full schedule begins |
Monday changes to No-Gi. Full fall schedule attendance follow-up begins. |
| Fall Schedule Review |
Monday, October 26 |
Review meeting |
Review six weeks of clean attendance, placement, and campaign evidence before deciding what continues. |
| Columbus/Indigenous Peoples’ Day |
Monday, October 12 |
Regular schedule |
Runs as a regular academy day. Attendance context is recorded for seasonal review. |
| Thanksgiving Eve |
Wednesday, November 25 |
Open Mat |
Thanksgiving Eve No-Gi / Open Mat; normal evening access is modified only if attendance requires it. |
| Thanksgiving Day |
Thursday, November 26 |
Closed |
Academy closed to classes, private sessions, and open training. |
| Black Friday |
Friday, November 27 |
Youth Turkey Roll at 5:00 PM |
Turkey Roll youth class plus adult open mat. Keep the normal evening opportunity; modify only if attendance requires it. |
| Winter Break |
December 23–January 2 |
Reduced schedule |
Use the posted schedule and special events; planned closures do not reduce a student's 12 instructional weeks. |
| Family Holiday No-Gi |
Wednesday, December 30 at 5:00 PM |
Youth/family session |
Runs with four reservations. This prevents Wednesday students from going three weeks without training. |
| New Year’s Eve |
Thursday, December 31 at 12:00 PM |
Conditional 26 for 26 |
Confirmed only if eight adults register by December 24. |
| New Year’s Day |
Friday, January 1, 2027 |
Closed |
Academy closed. |
| Winter Saturday |
Saturday, January 2, 2027 |
Closed |
No regular adult class. |
| Regular schedule |
Monday, January 4, 2027 |
Reopens |
Normal 12-week program schedule resumes. |
If a closure cancels one of your planned classes, text Sandy to reserve a makeup within the next 14 days. Holiday specials run only when the stated reservation minimum is reached. Sandy confirms each special by text.
New Year's Eve: 26 for 26
Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Conditional 26 for 26
26 six-minute rounds to close out 2026.
This is a special New Year's Eve open mat event for adult students who want to finish the year on the mats.
Format & Registration:
- 26 rounds, 6 minutes each at 12:00 PM noon
- Open mat / rolling format
- Minimum commitment: Confirmed only if eight adults register by December 24
- Bring water, extra gear, and a good attitude
Note: We pause regular kids small-group classes for the holiday break. This event runs only with eight adult registrations by December 24.
Finish 2026 on the mats.
Join us for 26 six-minute rounds on New Year's Eve at noon if 8 adults register by Dec 24.
Register for 26 for 26
Special Holiday Classes
When we open during a holiday break, classes are short, structured, capped, and run only when reservation minimums are met.
Reservable Holiday Sessions:
- Youth Turkey Roll: Friday, November 27 at 5:00 PM (Youth-only class. Runs with 6 reservations by Nov 23)
- Family Holiday No-Gi: Wednesday, December 30 at 5:00 PM (Youth/family session. Runs with 4 reservations)
- Conditional 26 for 26: Thursday, December 31 at 12:00 PM (Adult open mat. Confirmed with 8 adult registrations by Dec 24)
All holiday specials require advance sign-up. Sandy confirms each special by text.
How we notify families
We post holiday updates on this page, the regular schedule page, email or SMS reminders, and social media.
For major holiday weeks, schedule changes are usually announced at least two weeks ahead.
Holiday Schedule FAQ
Are regular small-group classes held on major holidays?
School holidays do not automatically close the academy. Planned exceptions and weather or road conditions are posted here; Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day are closed.
Are there kids classes during school breaks?
Sometimes. When families want a structured activity during a break, we may offer short kids sessions or holiday camps.
Do I need to sign up ahead of time?
Yes. Holiday classes and camps require advance sign-up so we can plan staffing, small-group class size, and safety.
What happens if Sandy cancels a paid holiday class?
If Sensei Sandy BJJ cancels a paid holiday special, families receive a credit or refund.
Where should I check first?
Check this page first, then confirm by text if you are planning around a holiday week.