Martial Arts Programs for all ages
Martial Arts Programs at YMCA of Bucks County utilize a progressive approach for all ages. Private Martial Arts lessons, Aikido, family karate and a selection of karate classes for all ages are available. Trial Classes the first class of each session, pre-registration is requested since limited space is available.
Programs in Doylestown and Warminster
Karate programs held in our
Doylestown and Warmisnter branches are taught by Bucks County Karate
school, headed by Sensei Stacy Pursell Jr. As members of the AJKA-I,
Bucks County
Karate School teaches traditional JKA Shotokan Karate. As members of the AJKA-I, Bucks County
Karate School teaches traditional JKA Shotokan Karate. We offer classes
for adults and children ages 4 and up. Parents and their children ages 7
and up have the opportunity to experience their karate journey together
as they take class together. Our Dragon Warriorz classes for ages 4
-7 are based on Traditional JKA Shotokan Karate techniques, but are
presented as developmentally appropriate tasks that will build the
child’s self esteem.
Programs in Fairless Hills and Newtown
The popular program includes flexibility, basic self defense, discipline and self-confidence. To determine your child's readiness, contact the program instructor at newtownshotokankarate@comcast.net.
PROGRAMS IN QUAKERTOWN
Y Tae Kwon Do School at our Quakertown branch is designed to teach the enjoyable and non-violent martial arts system of physical and mental discipline. The program is challenging and fun with safety for all participants as the utmost priority. The atmosphere is one of fun and friendly competition. Focus is on developing skills and physical control, not on inflicting injury. Students are separated by ages, available for youth, teens and adults.
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Aikido (9 yrs+)
Japanese martial art of unarmed self defense uses attacker's force against them; encourages discipline and a nonviolent attitude. Develops rhythmic movement and physical fitness; improves reaction, perception and coordination; promotes strength and suppleness through twisting, bending and stretching movements.
Free self-defense class
The class covers how to avoid situations where you are likely to become a victim of violent behavior as well as techniques to help you to escape violent behavior before it escalates into a life-threatening situation. Participants should wear comfortable clothes and be prepared to take off their shoes and socks.
Dragon Warriorz (4 to 7 yrs)
Youth & Adult Karate (8+)
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Shotokan Karate
Age 7+ | Taught by Gary Campbell, an 8th degree black belt with over 40 years of Karate experience. Teaches Karate-ancient art of self-defense, emphasizing discipline and self-confidence. When you sign up for 1x a week, you must come on the day and time that you registered.
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Dragon Warriorz (4-7 yrs)
Positive experience offering skills and tasks that can be accomplished with practice. Basic Shotokan Karate techniques mixed with interactive games and exercises to develop self-esteem and confidence. Learn respect, humility, focus and discipline. Site: Studio B
Youth & Adult Karate (8 yrs+)
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Tae Kwon Do School
Designed to be an enjoyable and non-violent martial arts system of physical and mental disciplining.
