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AdultsKyokushin Adults (Ages 15 and up)
 Adults can enroll in
the Kyokushin Karate program and learn the full syllabus of this
traditional Japanese martial art. Separate classes for adults and
senior students and specialty classes for kata, fighting, and
self-defense further enhance our Kyokushin Karate program. We are
establishing a formal "fight team" so that interested students can work
towards competing in full-contact tournaments. A path for progression
is available for adults that are not interested in full-contact
fighting competition.
Cardio Karate (Ages 15 and up)
The Cardio Karate program is designed for those who wish to reap the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of karate without the stress sometimes associated with fighting, memorizing complex routines, and testing for belt rank. The emphasis of this highly aerobic program is to become physically and mentally fit while gaining basic self-defense knowledge. You can have the health benefits of cardio kickboxing without completely stripping the essence from the beautiful art of karate.
ChildrenLittle Dragons (Ages 3-5)
 The Little Dragons program is intended for pre-school aged children and consists of age-appropriate physical exercise, games, and safety instruction. This outstanding program was developed in part by a long-time karate practitioner with expertise in early-childhood education. This program focuses on improving the child’s concentration, gross motor skills, balance and coordination, and ability to follow instruction. These are all benefits that parents seek in activities for their children and will help to prepare the student for life “in school” and help with that transition. Constant and regular feedback based on real accomplishment feed the child’s self-confidence and keep them engaged in the class.
Young Lions (Ages 5-8)
 The Young Lions program shares the benefits of the Little Dragons but begin to include more complex karate techniques and advanced concepts. Aside from fun physical activity, themed discussion sprinkled throughout the training and games address concepts such as personal responsibility, self-control, patience, respect for self and others, and a positive attitude. These, among other things are constantly reinforced throughout the training. We also start to introduce safety concepts such as “Stranger Danger,” 911 Emergencies, fire drills, and other strategies to keep them safe without instilling an inordinate sense of fear.
Kyokushin Juniors (Ages 8-14)
 The Kyokushin Juniors curriculum includes all of the concepts in our younger programs but presented in a manner commensurate with the student age range. Having separate classes for these students allow us to focus on the needs of the children more closely. The curriculum is Kyokushin karate slightly modified to increase safety. The Juniors learn the same sets of basic techniques, combinations, and forms as the adult karate classes. However, fighting and sparring is done in a very controlled manner with younger students only fighting with instructors (and not with each other) until the higher ranks and when the student is comfortable and ready.
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