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Karate
AMERICAN FREESTYLE KARATE DOJO OF FORT MILL
HOME OF THE PEACEFUL WARRIORS
Established in 1977, the American Freestyle Karate Dojo of Fort Mill teaches traditional Japanese-style karate to students age 4-99. Hanshi Danny McCall ran this school until turning it over to Kyoshi Charles Lingerfelt in March 1982. Kyoshi Charles Lingerfelt still runs the oldest American Freestyle Karate Dojo. The school is a charter member of American Karate Academies National Association, (AKANA).
Karate class will teach participants respect, self-discipline, integrity, focus, life skills, and how to lead a healthy lifestyle.
Two Free Introductory Classes are required before beginning in a regular scheduled class. The introductory classes will be scheduled by the instructors.
Instructors:
Kyoshi Charles Lingerfelt holds the rank of ninth degree Black Belt. Kyoshi Charles Lingerfelt started training in 1972. Kyoshi Charles Lingerfelt is a Legends of Carolina Martial Arts inductee in Class of 2018, Jerry Piddington Hall of Fame inductee with the Golden Lion Award March 16, 2019, and a Yudansha Member of American Karate Academies Lifetime member September 28, 2022.
Kyoshi Neil Godfrey holds the rank of eighth degree Black Belt. Kyoshi Neil Godfrey started martial arts training in 1977 at the Leroy Springs Recreation Complex with Hanshi Danny McCall. Kyoshi Neil Godfrey is a Lifetime member of American Karate Academies, May 25, 2022.
Sensei Richard Pattison “Yondan” fourth Degree started his training in 1984.
Senpai Josh Neely “Shodan” first Degree Black Belt
Assistant Instructor:
Ernie LaCasse holds the rank of Brown Belt.
Special Note: All uniforms and equipment MUST be purchased through Mr. Lingerfelt.
To learn more about the American Freestyle Karate Dojo – Fort Mill: https://afskfortmill.com/
Rates: $100 member rate/$115 non-member rate
Ages and Times:
- Fighting Tigers – Ages 4 to 6 – 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
- Junior Class – Ages 7 to 12 – 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
- Adult Class – Ages 13 to Adult – 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Adult 13 to Adult
Two Free Introductory Classes are required before beginning in a regular scheduled class. The introductory classes will be scheduled by the instructors.
Karate class will teach participants respect, self-discipline, integrity, focus, life skills, and how to lead a healthy lifestyle.
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Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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| 6/1/24 | 12/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 100.00 | $ 115.00 |
Available Sessions
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11/01/24 - 11/30/24
- Tu,Th - 7:30 pm - 1 hr
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Registration Closed on 11/15/2024 |
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12/01/24 - 12/31/24
- Tu,Th - 7:30 pm - 1 hr
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Register Closes 12/15/2024 |
Fighting Tigers 4-6 year old
Two Free Introductory Classes are required before beginning in a regular scheduled class. The introductory classes will be scheduled by the instructors.
Karate class will teach participants respect, self-discipline, integrity, focus, life skills, and how to lead a healthy lifestyle.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/1/24 | 12/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 100.00 | $ 115.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
|---|---|---|---|
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11/01/24 - 11/30/24
Tu,Th - 5:30 pm - 1 hr
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8 / 12 Available |
Registration Closed on 11/15/2024 |
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12/01/24 - 12/31/24
Tu,Th - 5:30 pm - 1 hr
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12 / 12 Available |
Register Closes 12/15/2024 |
Junior Class 7-12 year old
Two Free Introductory Classes are required before beginning in a regular scheduled class. The introductory classes will be scheduled by the instructors.
Karate class will teach participants respect, self-discipline, integrity, focus, life skills, and how to lead a healthy lifestyle.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/1/24 | 12/31/24 | Online / Front Desk | $ 100.00 | $ 115.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | ||
|---|---|---|
|
11/01/24 - 11/30/24
Tu,Th - 6:30 pm - 1 hr
|
Registration Closed on 11/15/2024 |
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12/01/24 - 12/31/24
Tu,Th - 6:30 pm - 1 hr
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Register Closes 12/15/2024 |
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