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Classes are available across multiple disciplines, appropriate for children, teens and adults. Questions? Contact Kathleen Kennair (Uptown) or PJ Jones (Metairie).
Karate
Beginner - Open to beginners ages 6-18. Come learn the traditional Japanese martial art of self defense (strikes, blocks, kicks, takedowns), concentration (memorization, discipline, self control), and physical development( strength, flexibility, coordination) Class meets twice per week . If you are already an existing karate student, you must be a white or yellow belt student to be enrolled in this class. Register Now
Ages: 6 to 18
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 - 4:45 PM
No prior karate experience required.
Intermediate/Advanced - Learn self defense, concentration and physical development. Class meets twice per week. If you are already an existing student, you must be an orange belt and above to be enrolled in this class. Register Now
Ages: 8 to 18
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:15 PM
Prior karate experience required.
Judo
Judo is a fun sport, an art, a discipline, a recreational or social activity, a fitness program, a means of self-defense or combat, and a way of life. Taught by Sensei Jack Garrett.
Ages: 5 to 12
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
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Mininami Ryu Ju Jitsu - Adult
Sensei Jack Garrett will be instructing the ways and style of Mininami Ryu Ju Jitsu to all adults who are interested and looking to further their own martial arts knowledge.
Ages: 13 and up
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:30 PM
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Self Defense Open Palm System
Come learn self defense techniques and skills from Sa Ba Nimm 3rd degree black belt Leon Molinario. In this class you will become accustomed to the Pyung Soo Do - Open Palm System and become more confident in your own physical prowess and confidence. First time registration fee of $45 includes uniform. Sign up for classes by the month.
Ages: 18 and up
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 - 7:00 PM
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If you are like most Americans, you will need some help balancing out that Turkey Day indulgence. Thankfully, both our Uptown and Metairie campuses will be offering special Turkey Earner and Turkey Burner classes before and after Thanksgiving.
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