Karate
Karate is a martial art which traces its origins
back to feudal Japan, offering its students powerful techniques
based of the combat practice of the samurai. Karate training consists
of drills, sparring (kumite), pre-arranged routines (kata) and
self-defense drills.
Karate, like many martial arts, is an excellent means
of physical and mental training. For example, the practice of kata
and its subtle movements develops balance and coordination. Kumite
gives students the opportunity to practice their skills in a safe
environment, improving their reflexes and ability to focus (kime).
Kodenkan of Tucson offers Matsuno Kajukenbo Kai Karate,
which is a traditional Japanese style
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Youth
Jujitsu (ages 5 to 12)
Mon. & Wed. 4:00 – 4:50 p.m.
The study of Jujitsu (Japanese for
“gentle art” ) focuses on using an opponents own force against
them. Used primarily for self-defense, Jujitsu incorporates throws,
pins and escape techniques. Self-defense is not the only benefit,
however; Jujitsu also emphasizes respect, goal-setting, self-confidence,
self-discipline, teamwork, coordination and physical fitness.
Classes taught in a fun, safe atmosphere with an emphasis on when
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Lil’
Dragons (ages 4 to 7)
Mon & Wed 5:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Tues. & Thurs. 4:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 1:00– 2:00pm
Saturday 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Lil’ Dragons is a terrific, fun-filled,
energetic class that is perfect for budding martial artists who
are 4-7 years old! It combines exercise, games, martial arts skills,
respect, cooperation, listening skills and important safety lessons
that are all rolled into a dynamic 30-minute lesson. Classes are
taught in a fun, safe atmosphere with an emphasis on when it is
appropriate to use the basic safety skills that are taught and
when it is not.
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Adult
Jujitsu (ages 12 to Adult.)
Mon. & Wed. 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. (Matsuno Ryu style)
Tues & Thurs.. 5:00 – 6:00pm (Danzan Ryu style)
While the study
of martial arts through the centuries has grown from the need for
self-preservation, modern study emphasizes more diverse goals such
as personal growth, physical fitness and goal-setting as well as
the self-defense aspect. The study of Jujitsu (Japanese for “gentle
art”) focuses on using an opponents own force against them. Used
primarily for self-defense, Jujitsu incorporates throws, pins and
escape techniques. |
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Family
Karate (ages 6 to Adult.)
Mon. & Wed. 5:00 – 5:50 p.m.
Karate teaches traditional martial
arts skills while focusing on self-defense, self-esteem, self-confidence,
respect, goal-setting and physical fitness. Hand strikes, foot
strikes and kicks are taught in a fun, safe atmosphere with an
emphasis on when it is appropriate to use these skills and when
it is not. |
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Cardio
Karate / Kickboxing
Mon. & Wed. 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
This extremely popular class is part
of our unique BagWorks Fitness program. Get ready to trim down,
shape up, get moving and have FUN! Exercise in a high-energy,
music-filled environment while learning boxing moves, kickboxing
techniques, and karate basics while using aerobic movement. See
our Bagworksfitness web site for more information. |
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Karate
Kids (ages 5 to 12)
Tues. & Thurs. 4:00 – 4:50 p.m.
Karate Kids teaches traditional
martial arts skills while focusing on self-esteem, self-confidence,
self-discipline, respect, goal-setting and physical fitness.
Self-defense using hand strikes, foot strikes and kicks are taught
in a fun, safe atmosphere with an emphasis on when it is appropriate
to use these skills and when it is not. |
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Karate (Kajukenbo
Style)
Tues. & Thurs. 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
This Kajukenbo style incorporates
techniques from several different martial arts such as Karate,
Jujitsu, and Kenpo. Started in Hawaii in the 1940’s, Kajukenbo
emphasizes hand and foot strikes and is a versatile system for
all-around self-defense. |
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Japanese
Sword (Batto-do)
Saturday 3:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Ryuseiken Battdo-do, a Japanese sword art
that combines forms sparring and target cutting. Founded in Mitsuhiro
Saruta in Saki city in 1990. Specified uniforms, wooden sword
and padded sparring sword are required to participate. |
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Mixed
Martial Arts (MMA)
Saturday 4:30 – 6:00pm
Wednesday 8:15pm – 9:15pm
Friday 6:30pm – 7:30pm
A modern mixed martial art consisting of
kickboxing, wrestling, judo and submission grappling. Emphasis
is places on combining traditional martial arts controls with modern
martial arts. Sparring is integral part of class, requiring all
students to attend with proper safety gear and concern for safety
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Sword & Shield
Saturday 9:30 – 10:30am
The sword and shield class was developed with children in mind, since the Adult sword class, Batto-do, requires students to be at least 14 years of age. The sword and shield class instructs young students in the art of the Samurai sword in a fun and safe environment |
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For Ages 13 - Adult. This class is based
on Hawaii'a Kajukenbo Self-Defense System of old. The style continues
to evolve. Our style has maintained much of its origin from the
1940's. Striking with the hands and feet are emphasized in this
class.
Shorin Ryu Karate-do is a school of Karate
created in 1830 in Okinawa. Shorin Ryu emphasizes the students development
of Karate in the study and performance of Kata (Forms).
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