2009 INTRODUCTORY PROGRAM
JANUARY INTRO
01/06/2009 - 01/29/2009
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
FEBRUARY INTRO
02/03/2009 -02/26/2009
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
MARCH INTRO
03/03/2009-03/26/2009
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
APRIL INTRO
04/07/2009-04/30/2009
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
MAY INTRO
05/05/2009-05/28/2009
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
JUNE INTRO
06/02/2009-06/25/2009
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
JULY INTRO
07/07/2009-7/30/2009
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
AUGUST INTRO
08/04/2009 - 08/27/200
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
SEPTEMBER INTRO PROGRAM
09/01/2009 - 09/24/2009
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
OCTOBER INTRO PROGRAM
10/06/2009 - 10/29/2009
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
NOVEMBER INTRO PROGRAM
11/03/2009 - 11/24/200
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
DECEMBER INTRO PROGRAM
12/01/2009 - 12/19/2009
Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00pm
INTRODUCTION
Regardless of your background or previous experience, this 1-month introductory course will give you an excellent overview of our system, allowing you to make a sound decision about your future involvement and commitment.
COURSE DESCRIPTION & BENEFITS
- General understanding of Traditional Karate and its purpose.
- Ancient wisdom to provide flexibility and conditioning.
- Understanding body maintenance
- Fundamental approach to self-protection.
- Improve spatial orientation (coordination)
- Better personal and environmental awareness.
COURSE SCHEDULE/FEE
- Tuesday & Thursday, 6:00 - 7:00pm
- $80 for 8-class course, includes uniform
- Download TKA Student Liability & Payment Form
- Pre-registration required
WHAT TO EXPECT IN A TYPICAL CLASS
- Dynamic warm-up and stretching
- Basic karate techniques
- Review of previous lesson
- Introduction of new material
- Stretching and/or cool-down.
TRADITIONAL KARATE
The reverence of Traditional Karate lies in our need to express ourselves through physical movement and explore our connection to the physical and spiritual world. Learning to move your body freely through a Traditional Karate experience will not only empower your body, but your overall psyche; giving you a calmer mind, a more peaceful outlook, and improved spatial and personal awareness.
Public perception of martial arts is skewed by the media portrayal of spectacular fighting prowess of a hero single handedly defeating countless "bad guys". This is far from the truth. In Traditional Karate training, the violent nature of humanity is acknowledged, respected and studied; but never enhanced or glorified. By understanding human aggression, the practitioner is able to avoid danger by precognition, self-confidence and pro-active interjection.
The notion that our body is a holy temple stems from the earliest human experience. Since physical movement is necessary for our survival, the ancients devised ingenious art forms to elevate human consciousness. Thus today, we have Traditional Karate.
Take this unique opportunity to experience this ancient art of self-defense. Satisfy that nagging itch to reclaim your full body movements, sharp and alert mind, and exuberant and positive spirit. The investment of your time will be well rewarded in this short program. You owe it to yourself to act now.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Who is teaching this course?
Toru Shimoji will teach all of our Introductory Courses. He has over three decades of experience in martial arts and is the direct student of Hidetaka Nishiyama, the world-renowned teacher of Traditional Karate. Sensei Nishiyama was taught by the original founder of our system, Master Gichin Funakoshi.
Read more about Toru here.
Will there be sparring in class?
No, you will not be exposed to any dangerous or unpredictable activities in this course. All the partner-drills will be well paced, controlled and supervised.
Will I fit in even though I am out of shape?
Yes, Traditional Karate exercise is progressive, meaning you learn in step-wise methods that gradually increase in complexity and intensity. You are encouraged to maintain your own, comfortable pace during training. Remember that your classmates will most likely be in a similar condition. The point is to reconnect with your body and mind so you can improve the overall quality of life, by being more mindful of body usage, alert to your surroundings and sensitive to other's energy field.
I'm already in good shape; will I get a good enough workout at this level?
Yes, but in a different way. Oriental methods of health and wellness, like martial arts, are based on a qualitative and holistic approach to physical discipline. Traditional Karate training will give you much more than calorie burning, target heart rate and physique competition activity. Each class will balance physical, mental and spiritual activities giving you a well-rounded, wholesome workout. The way you view "workout" will evolve to a new level of consciousness.
Will I have to sign any type of contract?
No, once you sign up for the Introductory Course, you have no further financial obligation to the school.
I already have a black belt in another style; do I still need to take this course?
It is highly recommended to all incoming students from other styles to participate in this Introductory Course. This experience will give you a very nice overview of our system, allowing you to make a sound decision about your future involvement and commitment.
