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SPRING 2012 MARTIAL ARTS

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.

Free Preview - Try all classes for free Jan. 17th - 22nd (excludes Women's Self Defense). No class over the Martin Luther King holiday weekend or during Spring Break. Classes run January 17th through May 4th.

Class DaysTimesFeeCode
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu W 2:00-3:15pm $41 630735A
Shotokan Karate M, Th 5:45-6:45pm $60 630760A
Aikido T,R 5:30-6:45pm $75 630710A
Enshin Karate M,W,F 6:30-8:00pm $135 630720A
Kendo T 7:00-9:00pm $80 630750A
Kendo   (w/o shinai)* $60 630750B
European Fencing T,R 7:00-8:00pm $41 630610A
Women's Self Defense W 7:00-8:30pm (1/25-2/29) $55 431330A
Women's Self Defense W 7:00-8:30pm (3/7- 4/18) $55 531330A

Descriptions

 
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. This class will focus on all ranges of unarmed fighting; from stand-up fighting to ground fighting. Class meets in the Matroom. Instructors provided by "Easton Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu"

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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.

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. Class meets in the Matroom.

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.

Instructor: 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. Class meets in Carlson 1B12.

Instructor: Michael Curtis & Jason Wong

* You must have a shinai to participate.

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European Fencing

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. 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. Class meets in the East General Gym.

Instructors: Jay Kominek, Max Ederer, & Julie Brokish

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Women's Self Defense

This six-week course is taught by instructors who are certified in assault defense and avoidance, 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.

Instructor: Dennis Phelps

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

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