Notice

NOTICE: Not all classes are offered each session. Please check the schedules and fee listing to ensure that your class of interest is currently being offered. If you do not see your class of interest as an option, be assured it will be available at a later date.

Martial Arts

Martial Arts - Esic Center Only

The art of Tae Kwon Do, “ The Kicking and Punching Way” is the core of the YMCA Martial Arts curriculum. This traditional kicking system is combined with training derived from Judo, Jujitsu, Grappling, and American-Style kickboxing for a well rounded system.

Most importantly, our instructors focus on our students developing a positive self-image and can-do attitude.

Children, teens, and adults develop healthy lifestyle habits such as weight loss, self discipline, self control, and self confidence through martial arts training. The instructors focus on students developing self-confidence by learning practical self-defense, a system that does not utilize a traditional martial arts model but focuses on practical application of danger awareness and skills to redirect violence before a physical confrontation is necessary. Students also train in sport Tae Kwon Do and Karate for those interested in local competitions and tournaments.

Tiger Mites Class

Ages 4-6

Tiger Mites Class: The Tiger Mites program is designed for pre-schoolers and kindergartners. The only necessary requirements are the knowledge of major body parts, left & right, and the ability to play “Simon Says.” Students will learn skills such as adult victim prevention, "stranger danger", and motor skill development. Respect and discipline are greatly emphasized.

Fees: Members $30 Non-members $40

White Belt Martial Arts Class

Age 7+

Beginning Tae Kwon Do classses are for new students who have some limited or no experience in martial arts. Classes focus on introduction and skill development in traditional forms, kicks, and self defense including "bully busting" that build discipline and self confidence and better health. We focus on total body conditioning using a variety of martial and sports specific conditioning for grappling and kickboxing.

Once per week fees: Members $40 Non-members $60

Twice per week fees: Members $60 Non-members $80

Yellow & Green Belt Martial Arts Class

Age 7+

Intermediate Tae Kwon Do classes that include traditional forms, kicks, and self defense. Students in this class have achieved at least a yellow or green belt and are training for advanced skills. This is a combination of Youth and Adult students. We focus on total body conditioning using a variety of martial and sports specific conditioning for grappling and kickboxing. Students also learn sport Karate and Tae Kwon Do tournament style sparring. For advanced students Yellow to Green Belt and above and adults.

Once per week fees: Members $40 Non-members $60

Twice per week fees: Members $60 Non-members $80

Advanced Martial Arts Classes

Age 7+

Advanced Tae Kwon Do class includes traditional forms, kicks, and self defense. Students in this class have achieved at least a blue belt and are training for their Black Belt. This is a combination of Youth & Adult students. We focus on total body conditioning using a variety of martial and sports specific conditioning for grappling and kickboxing. Students also learn sport Karate and Tae Kwon Do tournament style sparring. For advanced students Blue Belt and above and all adults.

Once per week fees: Members $40 Non-members $60

Twice per week fees: Members $60 Non-members $80

Escrima

Age 8+

Escrima is a Phillippine-based martial art that uses rattan sticks as well as empty hand techniques. Practicing Escrima can improve strength, stamina, eye-hand coordination and balance. This martial arts is great for adults, because it does not require a high level of flexibility or athleticism (no high kicks!) to preform properly.

Members $35  Non-members $55

Open Class

Martial Arts Class (Age 7+)

Open Class : All martial students can attend open class for sparring, extra practice and conditioning. Students will receive extra training on Saturdays in traditional skills, conditioning and Tae Kwon Do and Karate sport sparring as well as grappling.

Please Read - Martial Arts Class Structure

Class Structure: Students may choose one day per week or twice a week. All students who are enrolled once or twice a week can attend on Saturday for open class with no additional charge (Excludes Tiger Mites). All uniforms and equipment are available through the instructors, and students are tested for belt ranks every two to four months depending on their progress. All certificates earned through the YMCA Martial Arts program are recognized by the American Tae Kwon Do Association.