You will learn American Sport Karate, taught in a fast paced, fun environment
The instruction will include a wide variety of lessons/topics
Classes are organized with students grouped & taught according to the students’ skill level
Instruction is scaled to the students’ ability level
You will have a choice of class times, and may attend as many, or as few, classes as you like during a calendar month
To attain the highest possible safety, you will practice and perform on state-of-the-art martial arts training mats and use a variety of protective shields/pads and gear as needed — all while being supervised by trained Black Belt assistants and instructors.
You will have the opportunity to learn:
Forms
Self Defense
Sparring
Competitive Forms
Certain Weapons (with instructor approval and supervision)
Board Breaking (with instructor approval & supervision)
Flexibility & balance
Self control
Focus
Responsibility
Common courtesy & respect for others
Respect for yourself and higher self confidence
You will learn, you will become more physically fit, you will gain balance and flexibility, you will gain respect for yourself and for others, and while doing all of this — you will have FUN! Some other important notes: Safety & respect Uniforms Sparring Families, visitors, friends Tournaments Tuition Payments
Number one rule - safety first. Respect others. Golden Rule!
Karate America uniforms only. T-shirts may be permitted in summer months.
Housekeeping
No food in the school. Don't leave items behind.
Critical safety rules must be observed - complete policy available in office **Students are required to own and use all required sparring gear in sparring class.
Required gear consists of:
-Head Gear, Mouth Guard, Hand Gear, Feet Gear
Suggested gear
-Face Cage, Rib Guard, Male or Female Groin Protector,
Shin Pads (no hard shell), Elbow Pads (no hard shell)
Weapons
Critical safety rules must be observed - complete policy available in office
WELCOMED! and encouraged
Encouraged. Required to compete twice prior to becoming Black Belt
Due on the 1st of month, in advance