Recreation Center

FALL 2011 MARTIAL ARTS

The Instruction Program offers a variety of martial art forms to meet all of your needs. If you've ever thought about learning a martial art for fitness, self-defense, or self-confidence, now is the time to try one of our programs. All of our instructors are professionals of high rank, with many years of practice and experience behind them. Some are even nationally or internationally recognized as experts within their field. Don't be fooled by imitators or wannabes, these people are the real deal!

From Monday, August 22nd to Friday, August 26th, all Martial Arts classes will be offered free of charge* so that you may try out different classes and instructors during registration. Space availability is on a first come basis. In addition, there will be no classes over the Martin Luther King holiday weekend or during Thanksgiving & Fall Break. Classes run August 22nd through December 9th, unless otherwise noted.

*Note: free class trials "do not" include Women's Self Defense or Fencing.

Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat
			BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU 2:00-3:15PM
		MUAY THAI KICK BOXING 2:00-3:15PM
		AIKIDO 5:30-6:45PM	TAI CHI 5:15-6:45PM	AIKIDO 5:30-6:45PM
	SHOTOKAN KARATE 5:30-7:00PM			SHOTOKAN KARATE 5:30-7:00 PM
	ENSHIN KARATE 6:30-8:00PM	EUROPEAN FENCING 7:00-8:00PM	ENSHIN KARATE 6:30-8:00PM	EUROPEAN FENCING 7:00-8:00PM	ENSHIN KARATE 6:30-8:00PM
		KENDO 7:00-9:00PM	WOMEN'S SELF DEFENSE 7:00-8:30PM
Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thurs	Fri	Sat

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most effective systems of ground fighting known today; relying on chokes, arm locks, and other submission holds to subdue an opponent. Although primarily ground based, this class will focus on all ranges of unarmed fighting; from stand-up fighting to ground fighting. Note: This class runs from August 24th through November 16th only. Class meets in the Matroom.

Days	Times	Fee	Code
W	2:00-3:15pm	$35	330735A

Instructors provided by "Easton Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu"

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Muay Thai Kickboxing

CLASS IS COMING "FALL 2011" ... LOOK FOR IT THEN !! Participants will be asked to bring their own "boxing hand wraps". Class will meet in the East General Gym.

Days	Times	Fee	Code
T	2:00-3:15pm	$44	330790A

Instructors provided by "Easton Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu"

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"Tai Chi"

Tai Chi is a traditional martial art and health exercise method that emphasizes deep relaxation of mind and body. Please come join Tai Chi Master, Larry Kishiyama, as you learn postures that strengthen your body, sharpen your mind, and free your spirit. Class meets in Carlson 1B12.

Days	Times	Fee	Code
W	5:15-6:45pm	$38	330770A

Instructor: Larry Kishiyama

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Shotokan Karate

Shotokan Karate is one of the oldest forms of traditional Okinawan / Japanese martial arts still in practice today. This class will present traditional forms and techniques that are accessible to all participants. Class meets in Carlson 1B12 (the basement gym in Carlson Gymnasium).

Days	Times	Fee	Code
M,Th	5:30-7:00pm	$44	330760A

Instructor: Kambiz Khalili

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Aikido

Aikido is a Japanese martial art that uses joint locks, throws, and pins to subdue an attacker. It is considered the highest form of non-violent self-defense. The training is rigorous yet relaxed, with an emphasis on posture, balance, and spiral-like movement. Students learn at their own pace, in a positive and noncompetitive atmosphere. Class meets in the Matroom.

Days	Times	Fee	Code
T,R	5:30-6:45pm	$44	330710A

Instructor: Eric Dobbs

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Enshin Karate

Enshin Karate is considered the ultimate practical style in the martial arts. It encompasses a trademark strategy that enables its practitioners to convert defense into offense, utilizing devastating blocks, kicks and punches. It stresses the development of flexibility, power, and speed; with emphasis on stretching, conditioning, and practice. Class meets in the East General Gym.

Days	Times	Fee	Code
M,W,F	6:30-8:00pm	$65	330720A

Instructors: Dan Lockhart

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Kendo

The Japanese art of fencing called Kendo, meaning "the way" (do) "of the sword" (ken), is the oldest form of martial art in Japan. Through it's long history and cultural roots, the art of Kendo expresses itself not just as purely physical power, but as a deep mental training and a philosophical outlook on everyday life. Today, Kendo is an exhilarating, competitive sport that helps to cultivate both the spirit and the body. We provide all the equipment; and the shinai (Japanese bamboo sword) is yours to keep! Class meets in Carlson 1B12.

Days	Times	Fee	Code
T	7:00-9:00pm	$65	330750A
	(w/o shinai)*	$50	330750B

Instructor: Michael Curtis & Jason Wong

(*Note: Only previous Kendo students are allowed to register without purchasing the shinai - you must have a shinai to participate.)

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European Fencing

The art and sport of fencing has been practiced in Europe for centuries. Often call "physical chess", fencing is a sport which develops both mental and physical skill. This class covers the basics of stance, en garde, parry, riposte, and lunge; and begins with footwork as the basis for all three fencing weapons (foil, epee, and saber). Class participants will also have additional opportunities for continuing practice with the "Fencing Club"; where they will specialize in one of the three preferred weapons for either recreational or competitive practice. We provide all the equipment ... Class meets in the East General Gym. (Note: This class runs from September 6th through October 27th only.)

Days	Times	Fee	Code
T,R	7:00-8:00pm	$34	330610A

Instructor: Jay Kominek, Maxwell Ederer, & Julie Brokish

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Women's Self Defense

This six-week course is taught by instructors who are certified in assault awareness, and offers training in elevated awareness of dangerous situations, practical techniques for verbally diffusing a potential conflict, managing the effects of fear and adrenaline, and simple but effective defensive techniques that include ground fighting and deceptive strategies. The course includes a "graduation class" involving a padded "assailant", which allows students to practice their skills with full action. Class meets in the Matroom.

Days	Times	Dates	Fee	Code
W	7:00-8:30pm	9/7 - 10/12	$32	131330A
W	7:00-8:30pm	10/19-11/30	$32	231330A

Instructor: Dennis Phelps

Check out our Personal Training Sessions side-bar link for information on Women's Self Defense Seminars.

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