Tae Kwon Do, one of the newest Olympic sports, is a 2000-year-old martial art, offering a variety of benefits for people of all ages and physical abilities. Classes are taught under the direction of Grand Master Ki Hong Kim. A $45 Uniform fee is required at the first class. All colored belt students are required to have complete sparring gears.

Instructor: K H Kim’s Tae Kwon Do Staff
No class 11/27.
Fee: $113 resident/$128 nonresident

Olympic Little Dragons (Ages 4-5)
In this class children learn how to warm up, cool down, and have fun while learning the fundamentals of Olympic Tae Kwon Do. This class focuses on developing balance, coordination, and respect for the discipline of martial arts training.

Early Olympic Tae Kwon Do (Ages 6-7)
This program has been designed to develop the kid’s coordination, listening skill, and self-confidence through creative activities. Olympic Tae Kwon Do techniques such as kicking, blocks and punches are taught in a controlled environment.

Parent/Child Olympic Tae Kwon Do (Ages 7 & Up with Parent)
This class is an excellent opportunity to share quality time with your child while improving physical and mental conditioning through cardiovascular drills, calisthenics, and Olympic Tae Kwon Do techniques including punching, kicking, and blocking.

Youth Olympic Tae Kwon Do (Ages 8-13)
This program includes a balanced cardiovascular workout, including punching, kicking, and blocking skills, based on the Olympic Tae Kwon Do style. Participants will improve coordination, power of concentration, balance, and both physical and mental discipline.

Adult Olympic Tae Kwon Do (High School & Older)
Restricted to high school students and older, this program concentrates on Olympic Tae Kwon Do techniques through the study of sparring and the skills of punching, kicking, and blocking. This is a great program for those looking to maintain and improve their physical fitness.

Learn a more positive way of thinking, and appreciate the things you have. A recent study has found that people who keep a gratitude journal, in which they wrote down the things they are grateful for, were less likely to be stressed and unhappy than those people who did not keep a journal. Real life isn’t always perfect; it doesn’t always go our way, however the recurring acknowledgment of what is working in your life can help you not only survive, but surmount your difficulties, and become a better person.

Fee: $20 resident/$25 nonresident

Want to be the next Karate Kid? You can with The Kid’s Karate Club Program. This progressive martial arts program teaches the basics in karate, self defense, sparring and safety. This high energy program is specifically designed for children ages 4 through 14. Parents may participate with their children at no additional cost as part of our Parent Helper Program. Family involvement and respect are key elements, and children are encouraged and motivated to do their best in all aspects of their lives. Karate uniforms are required and are available from the instructor. There are many karate programs, but only one Kid’s Karate Club – Be sure to ask for it by name – The Kid’s Karate Club & Safety Program. For more information, check out www.kidskarate.com (10 weeks plus testing)

Fee: $48 resident/$53 nonresident | Day: Thursday

T’ai Chi for Health is a gentle, beautiful and flowing exercise routine that is a joy to do, energizing and deeply relaxing; it brings health and vitality to all who practice it. The movements are all done naturally and gently. The gentle rocking motions and stretching movements improve circulation and digestion; and reduce physical tension. The controlled breathing reduces stress and anxiety, helping calm the mind. It helps regulate heart rate and blood pressure, boosting energy. The exercises are very effective and easy to learn. Students may choose to sit or stand as needed; making this class suitable for all ages and abilities.

Fee: $40 resident/$45 nonresident