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Kids and Adults Karate Classes

With Practical Karate in San Diego and Sensei Frank McCarroll, participants will have the ability to take advantage of some of the world’s best training in the specific types of fighting art forms. The facility is in a city that is well known and respected for its training in the realms of fighting forms, and this venue is another component of the arsenal.

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Movement Skills & Building Physical Literacy

Practical karate uses the skill theme approach to teaching movement skills according to the recommendations by Shape America, formerly NASPE (National Association of Sport and Physical Educators). Following the latest progression in physical education movement skills are broken down, taught systematically in isolation, continually assessed and applied in drills and games that build competence in addition to being enjoyable for the students.

In every class students practice all of the core locomotor skills to help them become more physically literate. Therefore, creating better athletes that enjoy physical activity. Teaching movement skills in a non-competitive environment builds confidence in children’s movement skills and makes physical activity more enjoyable as they grow and develop.

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Karate is one of the world’s most oldest forms of martial arts fighting styles. The karate form of fighting teaches its participants some of the most disciplined ethical principles while instilling great senses of spirituality.

Little Ninjas

Karate class for students ages 3-6. This class focuses on fundamental movement skills, sitting/standing still, following directions and enjoying movement.

Kids Karate

For students ages 5-10. This class teaches movement skills, discipline, self-control, practical karate skills and self-defense in a format that is both enjoyable and beneficial for children.

Kids Art

Students learn the foundations of art in a format that is both educational and fun. Art students learn how to use color, shape, lines, texture, form, space and value for creative expression.

Practical Karate

For adults and kids (10 years old and up or Orange belt and higher) with a focus on fitness and practical fighting skills.

Judo

For adults and kids with a focus on fitness and the fundamentals of Ukemi (break-falls), Nage-waza (throwing techniques) and Ne-waza (grappling techniques).

Boxing

Fundamentals of boxing with a focus on fitness and technical proficiency. This class is for all levels and abilities, from serious boxers to complete beginners. Sparring optional after class.

MMA

Fundamentals of Mixed Martial Arts with a focus on fitness and technical proficiency. This class is for all levels and abilities, from serious martial artists to complete beginners. Sparring optional after class.

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