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Martial Arts
Kickers Wanted, and Yelling Allowed!
The YMCA offers a variety of martial arts programs designed for first-time students and beyond. We welcome all skill levels and base instruction on building fundamentals, focus, attention to detail and more.
*Prices Subject to Change
Karate
Our program for ages 4 to adult begins by learning how to learn! We focus on fun as we develop agility-based foundational skills such as balance, strength and flexibility. Participants learn how to use martial arts to have a sense of household pride and respect for their own personal growth, and instructors also teach humility and kindness to instill positive values.
Levels:
Tiny Tigers: Ages 4-7 and students with special needs
Beginner to Green Belt: No age limit
Green Belt and above: No age limit
Advanced Class: No age limit
Friday Girls Power = This dynamic program combines traditional martial arts training with a focus on building confidence, strength, and self-esteem. Designed specifically for girls, this class provides a supportive and empowering environment where they can learn self-defense skills, foster resilience, and develop a strong sense of community
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
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| 11/18/24 | 3/3/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 110.00 | $ 170.00 | $ 224.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
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01/06/25 - 02/19/25
Beginners, White & Yellow belt - Mo,We - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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3 / 20 Available |
Registration Closed on 12/30/2024 |
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01/06/25 - 02/19/25
Yellow belt and above with teacher permission - Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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13 / 20 Available |
Registration Closed on 12/30/2024 |
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01/06/25 - 02/19/25
Advanced class - Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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15 / 20 Available |
Registration Closed on 12/30/2024 |
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01/10/25 - 02/21/25
Forms and Weapons Class - Fr - 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
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17 / 20 Available | $40 - $55 |
Register Closes 01/03/2025 |
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01/10/25 - 02/21/25
Girls Empowerment - Fr - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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18 / 20 Available | $40 - $55 |
Register Closes 01/03/2025 |
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02/24/25 - 04/09/25
Beginners, White & Yellow belt - Mo,We - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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20 / 20 Available |
Register Closes 02/17/2025 |
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02/24/25 - 04/09/25
Yellow belt and above with teacher permission - Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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19 / 20 Available |
Register Closes 02/17/2025 |
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02/24/25 - 04/09/25
Advanced class - Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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18 / 20 Available |
Register Closes 02/17/2025 |
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02/28/25 - 04/11/25
Forms and Weapons Class - Fr - 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm
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20 / 20 Available | $40 - $55 |
Register Closes 02/21/2025 |
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02/28/25 - 04/11/25
Girls Empowerment - Fr - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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20 / 20 Available | $40 - $55 |
Register Closes 02/21/2025 |
Karate
Our program serves ages 4 to adult, and we begin by learning how to learn! We focus on fun as we develop agility-based foundational skills such as balance, strength and flexibility. Participants learn how to use martial arts to have a sense of household pride and respect for their own personal growth, and instructors also teach humility and kindness to instill positive values.
Beginners (Ages 4-7), all belt levels
Ages 8+, all belt levels
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/24 | 2/28/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 55.00 | $ 85.00 | $ 112.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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01/09/25 - 02/20/25
Ages 4-7 Beginners - Th - 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm
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8 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 01/16/2025 |
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01/09/25 - 02/20/25
Ages 8+ - Th - 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm
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9 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 01/16/2025 |
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02/27/25 - 04/10/25
Ages 4-7 Beginners - Th - 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm
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15 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 03/06/2025 |
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02/27/25 - 04/10/25
Ages 8+ - Th - 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm
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14 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 03/06/2025 |
Okinawan Karate Ages 7-Adults
Join us to learn the fundamentals and finer points of the ancient art of Okinawan Karate. This martial art is used for self-defense purposes, and we strive to make our class a safe training space as we learn. Students start in the Beginner class and must earn instructor approval to move to the Intermediate level.
Beginners: New student/White Belt
Intermediate: Must complete one session of beginners class through or are coming from another dojo
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Limited Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/24 | 3/5/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 55.00 | $ 85.00 | $ 112.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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01/08/25 - 02/19/25
Ages 7+ Beginners - We - 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
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10 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 01/15/2025 |
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01/08/25 - 02/19/25
Ages 7+ Intermediate - We - 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm
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14 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 01/15/2025 |
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02/26/25 - 04/09/25
Ages 7-15 - We - 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm
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14 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 03/05/2025 |
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02/26/25 - 04/09/25
Ages 16+ Beginners - We - 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm
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15 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 03/05/2025 |
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02/27/25 - 04/10/25
Ages 7+ Intermediate - Th - 6:30 pm - 8:15 pm
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15 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 03/06/2025 |
