Kickboxing (Ages 13 & up)
Learn the basic punching,
striking, kicking, defensive and offensive techniques used in this
discipline. As students gain experience they will progressively learn
additional sparring and training techniques leading to more advanced
training. Class is tailored to individual student interests and is
taught in a fun, yet serious atmosphere. Kickboxing training provides
the student with an outstanding cardiovascular workout and is excellent
for muscle strengthening and toning.
Instructor: Jim Distel
Start at the beginning of each month.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7:30-9:15 pm
$30 per month / FREE for Y members.
Shoshin Ryu Martial Arts
Shoshin Ryu is a dynamic, Japanese based martial art that meets the self-defense challenges of the times as well as honors the spirit of previous generations. It is a non-competitive, comprehensive martial art where students develop effective and practical self-defense skills. Shoshin Ryu synergistically combines atemi waza (striking techniques), kansetsu waza (joint locking techniques), kyusho waza (pressure point techniques), nage waza (throwing techniques), ne waza (ground/grappling techniques), shime waza (choking techniques) and ukemi (falling skills). Students develop efficient, effective and powerful physical techniques through proper body mechanics, breathing and relaxation, as well as learn mental skills including awareness and focus. Please see LaShoshin.org for further information on the art.Instructor: Gary Sandine
Start at the beginning of each month.
Beginers Fridays 4:00-4:45pm
Experienced Fridays 4:45-5:30pm
$30 per month / $15 for Y members
Adult (Ages 13 & up)
Instructor: Lisa Smole / Brian Haynes
Start at the beginning of each month.
Mondays & Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm
Fridays for Advanced Students only 5:30-7:00pm
$40 per month / $20 for Y members
Tae Kwon Do (Ages 8 & up)
Known as Korean Karate, this study of kicks and punches emphasizes the use of the feet for unarmed combat. Class has membership in the Tae Kwon Do Masters Association under 7th degree Master Ron Geoffrion. Students learn basics, forms and 3-step. Sparring is non-contact. Only current students may register on-line. New students must observe a class before registering. The instructor, Bryan Henson (holds a 4th degree Black Belt)Starts: Quarterly (new quarters start in Jan., April, July, & Oct.) or with instructor’s approval.
Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:00-7:30 pm
$30 per month / $15 for Y members
Tai Chi as an Exercise - Long Yang Form (All Ages)
Also known as walking meditation, this slow, graceful and rhythmic aerobic workout promotes good health, balance, relaxation, serenity, New students accepted only in January, April, July and October or with instructor's approval and must arrange to observe a class before registering. New students may leave a message for the instructor and she will return their call.Instructor: Cheryl Sowder
Start at the beginning of each month.
Mondays, 7:05-8:05 am
$20 per month / $10 for Y members.
