Karate

Shotokan Karate

Is a hard style of martial art. This means that it uses punches and kicks for attacks, and powerful blocks and footwork for defense. The movements are simple and linear, following a point A to point B philosophy of self-defense through conditioning the body to respond with direct action.

Benefits of Karate

Gives the practitioner a sense of initial confidence that stems from the simple fact that the practitioner has a course of action if presented with a self-defense situation. The class itself promotes respect for fellow classmates and authoritative positions (i.e. parents and teachers). Karate’s main focus is on self-improvement, and achieving personal goals, however, this does not mean that it neglects issues such as teamwork and communicating with others. There are exercises in Karate that focus on the individual, and there are those that require working with a partner. In other words, there are different areas of practice available for different personalities to excel.

Beginner Class

This class is an introduction to the martial arts of Shotokan Karate. Participants will learn the basic block, punches, and kicks, while incorporating the discipline of martial arts.

Ages 5 years and up
Mondays/Wednesdays: 6:30-7:15pm
Fee: $45 / Member; $65 / Non-Member

Intermediate/Advanced Class

This class is designed for participants that want to progress their training in Shotokan Karate. Participants will work on advanced punches, kick, blocks, and higher discipline and spiritual levels to the martial arts.

Ages 5 years and up
Mondays/Wednesdays: 7:15pm-8:30pm

Fee: $45 / Member; $65 / Non-Member
Beginning and Intermediate Session Dates:
Session One: January 3-January 31
Session Two: February 2-February 28
Session Three: March 2-March 30
Session Four: April 4-April 27

Advanced Karate

This class is intended for those students who are Brown or Black Belt level with minimum of 2 years training. Pre-requisite may include completion of intermediate course.

Ages: 5 years and up
Friday: 7:30pm-8:30pm

Fee: $20 / Member; $30 / Non-Member

Session One: January 7-January 28
Session Two: February 4-February 25
Session Three: March 4-March 25
Session Four: April 1-April 29

Please see Wellness Center for registration form and to sign up for your Karate session.