Martial Arts
Aikido
Aikido is the highest form of non-violent self defense where the defender joins forces with their attacker to neutralize attacks without injuring either person. This training integrates mind, body and spirit to create harmony and justice without violence. All abilities welcome, no experience necessary.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the most effective martial art for self-defense, using leverage and joint manipulation to defeat a larger opponent. The level 1 class provides participants with understanding of both physical skills and mental understanding of this martial art. Taught by champion Black Belt Brian Scott.
Level 2 builds on the fundamentals—refining guard, sweeps, submissions and positional escapes. Also developing the timing and pressure needed for live rolling. Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1, equivalent training at another school, or instructor approval — taught by champion Black Belt Brian Scott.
Level 1
Dates: Aug. 24-Dec. 9
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Times: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Mat Room
Cost: $65 members; $80 non-members
Capoeira
Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that is often referred to as a "fight-like dance" and a "dance-like fight." It utilizes kicks, attacks and acrobatic elements alongside music. Classes will include warm-ups, basic attack and defense techniques, acrobatic movements and unscripted games (called roda). Capoeira is great for building strength, flexibility and endurance. All abilities welcome, no experience necessary. This class is currently only open to CU rec center members.
Eskrima
Doce Pares Eskrima is a Filipino martial art that focuses on stick fighting. This class will cover single stick, double stick and empty hand techniques, taught through partner drills in a safe and friendly manner.
This class is great for all experience levels and abilities.
Offering 1
Dates: Aug. 24-Dec. 9
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Times: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: Studio 3
Fee: $65 members; $80 non-members
Kendo
Kendo is the Japanese art of fencing and is one of the oldest forms of martial arts in Japan. Kendo's long history and cultural roots embraces not only physical power but a deep mental training and philosophical outlook on life.
Offering 1
Dates: Aug. 26-Dec. 9
Days: Wednesdays
Times: 7-9 p.m.
Location: Ice Overlook Large Meeting Room
Fee: $70 members; $85 non-members
Muay Thai Basics
Muay Thai style kickboxing uses boxing, elbow strikes, knee strikes and kicks against opponents. Practicing Muay Thai can reduce stress while improving cardiovascular fitness, strength and defensive skills. Level 1 provides a foundation for practicing Muay Thai. Free Martial Arts classes Aug. 24-Sept. 4.
Offering 1
Dates: Aug. 24-Dec. 9
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Times: 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Location: Mat Room
Cost: $65 members; $80 non-members
Muay Thai Level 2
Muay Thai Kickboxing combines punches, elbows, knees and kicks to build cardiovascular fitness, strength and self-defense skills. In Level 2, you will sharpen striking technique, develop combinations and clinch work. Use of pad drills and controlled sparring will develop timing and power to your skills. Prerequisite: Completion of Muay Thai Basics, or equivalent training at another school, or instructor approval. Class is taught be undefeated Muay Thai Champion Brian Scott.
Offering 1
Dates: Aug. 25-Dec. 10
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times: 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Location: Mat Room
Cost: $65 members; $80 non-members
Self Defense
This class will include interactive discussions and hands-on practice to increase awareness of potential threats, enhance verbal and physical boundaries and provide techniques for managing fear, anxiety and stress. All expressions of the female and non-binary identity are welcome. No experience necessary.
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.
Offering 1
Dates: Aug. 25-Dec. 10
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times: 7:15-8:30 p.m.
Location: Studio 1
Cost: $80 members; $95 non-members
