Karate

Karate

LEARN SKILLS AND GAIN CONFIDENCE

Uechi-Ryu (pronounced way-chee-roo) is a traditional style of karate from Okinawa, Japan. Students of this style will learn a combination of both powerful and fluid techniques, develop mental and physical toughness, and experience growth of personal character. Many of the lessons are directly applicable to self-defense, yet they also instill principles which aid in facing life’s daily challenges. Physical requirements are such that natural youth and athleticism are not necessary to be successful; instead, we simply ask that students arrive with an open mind and an eagerness to learn.

Senior Instructor: Rachel

Sensei Rachel is a 3rd degree black belt in Uechi-Ryu Karate with over 6 years of dedicated practice and teaching. She is also a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive education in anatomy, biomechanics, and progressive functional training.  With this knowledge and experience, she is an expert at providing safe, effective, and engaging instruction for students of all ages. Her goal is to empower students to become the best possible version of themselves.

Assistant Instructor: 

Cost:

$100 per month/members

$200 per month/non-members

Testing Dates:

Testing will be available if the student is ready (Readiness is determined by the senior instructor).

  • Testing opportunities are on the following Fridays:
    • May 17, June 21, July 19, August 16, September 20, October 18, November 15, December 20.

Uniform and Additional Gear:

  • A uniform will be required to be purchased prior to the first testing. Information will be provided to you on where to purchase.
  • Additional gear may be needed after yellow belt.

Belt and T-shirt:

T-shirts and Belts will be provided, as well as equipment needed during class. Full uniforms are optional for class.

Questions or concerns? AJ Johnson, Sports Director at [email protected]

Baxter Close Ages 7-12 (All Levels)

Baxter Close YMCA
11/4/24 - 12/22/25
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LEARN SKILLS AND GAIN CONFIDENCE

Uechi-Ryu (pronounced way-chee-roo) is a traditional style of karate from Okinawa, Japan. Students of this style will learn a combination of both powerful and fluid techniques, develop mental and physical toughness, and experience growth of personal character. Many of the lessons are directly applicable to self-defense, yet they also instill principles which aid in facing life’s daily challenges. Physical requirements are such that natural youth and athleticism are not necessary to be successful; instead, we simply ask that students arrive with an open mind and an eagerness to learn.

Senior Instructor: Rachel

Sensei Rachel is a 3rd degree black belt in Uechi-Ryu Karate with over 6 years of dedicated practice and teaching. She is also a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive education in anatomy, biomechanics, and progressive functional training.  With this knowledge and experience, she is an expert at providing safe, effective, and engaging instruction for students of all ages. Her goal is to empower students to become the best possible version of themselves.

Registration: You will register for the entire  year. You are able to cancel and withdraw anytime with a 4 week notice.

Testing Dates:

Testing will be available if the student is ready (Readiness is determined by the senior instructor).

  • Testing opportunities are on the following Fridays:
    • January 17th, February 21st, March 21st, April 11th, May 16th, June 20th, July 18th, August 15th, September 19th, October 17th, November 21st, December 19th

Uniform and Additional Gear:

  • A uniform will be required to be purchased prior to the first testing. Information will be provided to you on where to purchase.
  • Additional gear may be needed after yellow belt.

Belt and T-shirt:

T-shirts and Belts will be provided, as well as equipment needed during class. Full uniforms are optional for class.

Questions or concerns? AJ Johnson, Sports Director at [email protected]

 

You will register for the entire year. You are able to cancel and withdraw anytime with a 4-week notice.

Questions or concerns? AJ Johnson, Sports Director at [email protected]


Available Sessions

Date(s)
11/04/24 - 11/25/24
no class nov 27 - Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
Registration
Closed on
11/04/2024
12/02/24 - 12/18/24
no class Dec 23-31 - Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
12/02/2024
01/06/25 - 01/29/25
Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
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Closes
01/06/2025
02/03/25 - 02/26/25
Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
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Closes
02/03/2025
03/03/25 - 03/26/25
Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
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Closes
03/03/2025
04/02/25 - 04/30/25
no class April 21-27 - Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
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Closes
04/02/2025
05/05/25 - 05/28/25
no class May 26 - Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
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Closes
05/05/2025
06/02/25 - 06/30/25
Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
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Closes
06/02/2025
07/02/25 - 07/30/25
Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
07/02/2025
08/04/25 - 08/27/25
Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
08/04/2025
09/03/25 - 09/29/25
no class September 1 - Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
09/03/2025
10/01/25 - 10/29/25
Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
10/01/2025
11/03/25 - 11/24/25
no class November 25-28 - Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
11/03/2025
12/01/25 - 12/22/25
no class December 23-31 - Mo,We - 6:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
12/01/2025

Baxter Close Ages 13+ (All Levels)

Baxter Close YMCA
11/4/24 - 12/22/25
VIEW

LEARN SKILLS AND GAIN CONFIDENCE

Uechi-Ryu (pronounced way-chee-roo) is a traditional style of karate from Okinawa, Japan. Students of this style will learn a combination of both powerful and fluid techniques, develop mental and physical toughness, and experience growth of personal character. Many of the lessons are directly applicable to self-defense, yet they also instill principles which aid in facing life’s daily challenges. Physical requirements are such that natural youth and athleticism are not necessary to be successful; instead, we simply ask that students arrive with an open mind and an eagerness to learn.

Senior Instructor: Rachel

Sensei Rachel is a 3rd degree black belt in Uechi-Ryu Karate with over 6 years of dedicated practice and teaching. She is also a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant with extensive education in anatomy, biomechanics, and progressive functional training.  With this knowledge and experience, she is an expert at providing safe, effective, and engaging instruction for students of all ages. Her goal is to empower students to become the best possible version of themselves.

Registration: You will register for the entire  year. You are able to cancel and withdraw anytime with a 4 week notice.

Testing Dates:

Testing will be available if the student is ready (Readiness is determined by the senior instructor).

  • Testing opportunities are on the following Fridays:
    • January 17th, February 21st, March 21st, April 11th, May 16th, June 20th, July 18th, August 15th, September 19th, October 17th, November 21st, December 19th

Uniform and Additional Gear:

  • A uniform will be required to be purchased prior to the first testing. Information will be provided to you on where to purchase.
  • Additional gear may be needed after yellow belt.

Belt and T-shirt:

T-shirts and Belts will be provided, as well as equipment needed during class. Full uniforms are optional for class.

You will register for the entire year. You can cancel and withdraw at anytime with a 4-week notice

Questions or concerns? AJ Johnson, Sports Director at [email protected]

 

 

 


Available Sessions

Date(s)
11/04/24 - 11/25/24
NO CLASS NOV 27 - Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Registration
Closed on
11/04/2024
12/02/24 - 12/18/24
NO CLASS DEC 23-31 - Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
12/02/2024
01/06/25 - 01/29/25
Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
01/06/2025
02/03/25 - 02/26/25
Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
02/03/2025
03/03/25 - 03/31/25
Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
03/03/2025
04/02/25 - 04/30/25
no class April 21-27 - Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
04/02/2025
05/05/25 - 05/28/25
no class May 26 - Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
05/05/2025
06/02/25 - 06/30/25
Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
06/02/2025
07/02/25 - 07/30/25
Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
07/02/2025
08/04/25 - 08/27/25
Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
08/04/2025
09/03/25 - 09/29/25
no class September 1 - Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
09/03/2025
10/01/25 - 10/29/25
Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
10/01/2025
11/03/25 - 11/24/25
no class November 25-28 - Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
11/03/2025
12/01/25 - 12/22/25
no class December 23-31 - Mo,We - 7:00 pm - 1 hr
Register  
Closes
12/01/2025

 

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Alan Tyson

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Alan has spoken regionally and nationally on various training topics including the foot and ankle, spine care, hip and knee rehabilitation, and he has developed two continuing education courses on the shoulder. He has written 3 books and developed specific training programs for the female athlete, the baseball pitcher, and for football players preparing for the NFL combines. Alan is also an associate editor of the National Strength and Conditioning Journal. He co-hosted a weekly radio show “Health Headlines” on 1110AM WBT with Stacey Sims and Dr. Russ Greenfield for 3 years.

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Now, with a cookbook deal and cash grand prize, Antoinette is forging ahead on her culinary adventure, driven by the desire to prove herself and inspire her daughter.