Programs
LITTLE WARRIORS
KARATE
This is our recreational pre karate program for ages 5-7. In two classes a week (60min each) we will work on skills such as: focus, teamwork, control, respect, and fitness as well as fundamental karate techniques.
We will be also teaching basic Japanese terminology, as well as their culture. Skills at this level will be learned by doing drills, games and activities to motivate and encourage their development. We are committed to improve the athlete’s self-esteem, discipline, coordination, and self-defense in this program with the communication and support of the family.
We will be testing their skills every 3-4 months, in order for them to move the next belt.
*Athletes in this program are not eligible for the competition team**
Beginners
KARATE
This program is for those athletes with 6-24 months (approximately) of training ages 8-14. These classes also welcome athletes with NO previous experience in karate shotokan.
Classes for this program are held: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. On Tuesday we work on Kata (forms). On Thursdays we work on Kihon (basic techniques) and applications (self-defense). On Fridays we work on Kumite (sparring). During class we will learn skills and techniques through drills, activities and games that will improve the athlete’s ability to work in groups. It is our priority to provide the best quality of karate and at the same time encourage discipline, focus, respect, fitness, and other values that karate provides. We will motivate their development as athletes and good citizens.
Every six month the athlete will test for the next belt!
Please note: It is important that the athlete assists to all three days since they will need these skills to move up to the next belt
*Program and Athletes at this level are accredited by the World Shotokan Karate Do Federation* (meaning that their program and rank will be certified internationally and athletes - with excellent attendance will have the opportunity to be part of the competition team)
Intermediate
KARATE
This program is for those athletes with more than 3 years (approximately) of training ages 8-14. Athletes in this program are expected to show respect, discipline and commitment. We will be supporting their education and values learned at home. As a team we will not forming only good athletes but also good citizens. Our most important goal is to create teamwork and a family environment that will motivate and support each other!
Classes for this program are held: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. On Tuesday we work on Kata (forms). On Thursdays we work on Kihon (basic techniques) and applications (self-defense). On Fridays we work on Kumite (sparring). During class we will learn skills and techniques through drills, activities and games that will improve the athlete’s ability to move to the advance level. It is our priority to provide the best quality of karate shotokan, prepare them for competitions and goals that the athlete might have at this level. At the same time, we encourage discipline, focus, respect, fitness, and other values that this discipline provides.
Besides our standard karate curriculum, we will include some topics and seminars about the importance of nutrition, health habits and karate seminars.
Every six month the athlete will test for the next belt!
*Program and Athletes at this level are accredited by the World Shotokan Karate Do Federation* (meaning that their program and rank will be certified internationally and athletes - with excellent attendance will have the opportunity to be part of the competition team)
ADULTS
KARATE
(Class is full - Waiting list available)
This is our tailored program designed for athletes older than 15 years old. It is a faster program where the belt system becomes shorter avoiding the stripes. In this program we will incorporate conditioning tailored for karate that will help transfer the strength, speed and explosiveness to kata and kumite. This program is available for athletes with and with NO experience in karate shotokan.
Warriors Karate Academy focuses on helping our athlete's develop necessary skills to succeed in life and also to engage in healthy habits. We encourage healthy lifestyles and behavior that will make the athlete be more prepared and stand out from other athlete from another sport.
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We understand that sometimes our adults could have a different goal and reason why enrolling in this discipline. This is why our classes are organized to improve different areas such as fitness, coordination, concentration, and teamwork. Our team will be happy not only to listen which will be your goals that you would like to met in this program but also to help you accomplish them.
KOBUDO
Weapons class for intermediate and advance athletes with Coach Bianca
