Cardio Karate / Kickboxing at Kodenkan of Tucson Martial Arts & Fitness

Cardio Karate is a fun, aerobic workout comprised of simple self defense techniques, punches and kicks. Students work at their own pace, developing basic self defense skills and burning calories.

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 it is appropriate to use these skills and when it is not.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 of partner. (very physical class).

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

This is a moderate-paced, no belts, no uniform, action packed, sweat producing kickboxing aerobic workout for all our fitness fans. "Join us! It's a Knockout of a Workout!"