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Martial Arts/Self Defense
The YMCA welcomes professional instructors in various disciplines of martial arts and self-defense.
Learn how to use your strength effectively, maintain cardiovascular fitness, improve flexibility and coordination in our Martial Arts programs.
Embracing the mental and spiritual elements of martial arts will improve the mind’s focus and enable you to develop self-control, build confidence and manage stress. These classes are not meant to promote fighting. Our focus is on instilling values such as discipline, self-awareness, and developing an ability to put mind over matter.
Class size is limited and registration is required.
Adults Taekwondo
For adults, 18 years and older, this 8 week program will provide levels of self defense, basic grappling, striking, blocking, and stances in the discipline of Taekwondo. All of this will culminate in a full body workout, as you train cardio, strength, flexibility, and mobility. This program will now include a belt system so that you can track your progress and grow in your knowledge. REGISTRATION REQUIRED Y Members Only.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/15/23 | 7/25/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 10.00 | $ 10.00 | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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06/05/23 - 07/24/23
Holistic Center - Mo - 6:30 pm - 1 hr
|
8 / 10 Available |
Register Closes 06/20/2023 |
Beginner Martial Arts, Ages 5 & 6
EASTSIDE FAMILY YMCA HAS PARTNERED WITH LUND MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY!
In just four days, your child can begin to develop skills of a LUND MARTIAL ARTS Black Belt: bully prevention, and non-violent conflict resolution; focus discipline, and self-control; and acting with courtesy and confidence in all that one does. For greatest retention and advancement, it is recommended that participants attend all four days of the program!
Participation in this program includes a FREE opportunity to break a board on-location at Lund’s Harborcrek Academy at 4602 Buffalo Road!
There are two sessions scheduled:
July 10 – July 13, 3:45 – 4:30 pm
and
July 31 – August 3, 3:45 – 4:30 pm
**Parents should plan to attend the first day of the program for orientation. A separate waiver from Lund is required to be signed.**
Beginner Martial Arts, Ages 7 - 12
In just four days, your child can begin to develop skills of a LUND MARTIAL ARTS Black Belt: bully prevention, and non-violent conflict resolution; focus discipline, and self-control; and acting with courtesy and confidence in all that one does. For greatest retention and advancement, it is recommended that participants attend all four days of the program!
Participation in this program includes a FREE opportunity to break a board on-location at Lund’s Harborcreek Academy at 4602 Buffalo Road!
There are two sessions scheduled:
July 17 – July 20, 3:45 – 4:30 pm
and
August 7 – August 10, 3:45 – 4:30 pm
**Parents should plan to attend the first day of the program for orientation. A separate waiver from Lund is required to be signed.**
Introduction to Taekwondo (Ages 5-8)
This 8 week program is designed to instill children with the basics of the martial art of Taekwondo. They will learn the fundamentals, going through warmups and stretching, conditioning (kicks, punches, blocks), basic rolls and break falls, and self defense techniques.
Be sure to register so that your young one may experience this program. It is sure to help them feel confident and self assured. Held in the Holistic Center. Registration Required Y Members Only
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/5/22 | 7/25/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 10.00 | $ 10.00 | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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06/06/23 - 07/25/23
Holistic Center - Tu - 5:30 pm - 1 hr
|
5 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 06/21/2023 |
Introduction to Taekwondo (Ages 9-12)
This 8 week program is designed to instill children with the basics of the martial art of Taekwondo. They will learn the fundamentals, going through warmups and stretching, conditioning (kicks, punches, blocks), basic rolls and break falls, and self defense techniques.
Be sure to register so that your young one may experience this program. It is sure to help them feel confident and self assured. Held in the Holistic Center. Registration Required. Y Members Only.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/21/22 | 7/25/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 10.00 | $ 10.00 | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
06/05/23 - 07/24/23
Holistic Center - Mo - 5:30 pm - 1 hr
|
8 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 06/20/2023 |
Intro to Martial Arts Ages 13 - 15
Martial Arts isn’t just for kids – here’s a session just for teens!
EASTSIDE FAMILY YMCA HAS PARTNERED WITH LUND MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY!
In just four days, your teen can begin to develop skills of a LUND MARTIAL ARTS Black Belt: bully prevention, and non-violent conflict resolution; focus discipline, and self-control; and acting with courtesy and confidence in all that one does. For greatest retention and advancement, it is recommended that participants attend all four days of the program!
Participation in this program includes a FREE opportunity to break a board on-location at Lund’s Harborcreek Academy at 4602 Buffalo Road!
July 24 – July 27, 3:45 – 4:30 pm
**A separate waiver from Lund is required to be signed by parent. Waiver will be emailed, must be received before first class.**
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/12/23 | 7/25/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 10.00 | $ 10.00 | $ 45.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
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07/24/23 - 07/27/23
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Register Closes 07/25/2023 |
Taekwondo 2
This course is designed to continue the progress obtained in the “Introduction to Taekwondo” classes. One can expect more growth and knowledge in Taekwondo and gain an understanding of what is to be expected of participants of this next level.
Completion of “Introduction to Taekwondo” for that participant’s age group is REQUIRED before taking this course. If they have not completed the required course, click the link below to sign up for our next round of introductory classes.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Y MEMBERS ONLY
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/4/22 | 7/25/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 10.00 | $ 10.00 | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
06/06/23 - 07/25/23
Holistic Center - Tu - 6:30 pm - 1 hr
|
9 / 15 Available |
Register Closes 06/21/2023 |
Teens Taekwondo
Have you ever had an interest partaking in the martial art of Taekwondo? Here is your chance to do so! For teenagers, 13-17 years and older, this program will provide levels of self defense, basic grappling, striking, blocking, and stances in this discipline. All of this will culminate in a full body workout, as you train cardio, strength, flexibility, and mobility. This program will now include a belt system so that you can track your progress and grow in your knowledge. (Minimum of 3 signups in order for class to run)
REGISTRATION REQUIRED Y Members Only
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/6/23 | 7/28/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 10.00 | $ 10.00 | - |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
06/08/23 - 07/27/23
Holistic Center - Th - 4:30 pm - 1 hr
|
6 / 10 Available |
Register Closes 06/23/2023 |