Brad Bowelle's United Karate of Dahlonega » Classes

Mighty Mites (4-5 year old)

admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:28:35 +0000

Our greatest goal in this class is to have fun and instill a love of martial arts. We also focus on traditional practices such as bowing to show respect and exercising self discipline to listen as well as interact positively with other children and adults. We have interactive discussions about appropriate timing to use karate in school and around the home are part of the discussion as well as touching on concepts pertaining to stranger-danger. Further instruction is given on how to block, punch, and kick as well as teaching basic martial art stances. Key concepts during this instructional period include – high energy fun exercise, confidence building through martial-arts, how to deal with bullying, maintaining self-discipline, and respect for self and others.

Tiny Tigers (5-7 year old)

admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:27:53 +0000

We strive to provide an environment where fun and a love for martial arts is developed in this class. Age-appropriate behavioral expectations are set for the students in this class to reinforce postive behavior in their various classrooms in kindergarten through first and second grades. We begin to set higher levels of focus on traditional practices such as bowing to show respect and exercising self discipline to listen as well as interact positively with other children and adults. We have more indepth and interactive discussions about appropriate timing to use karate in school and around the home. We also cover concepts pertaining to stranger-danger. Further instruction is given on how to block, punch, and kick as well as teaching basic martial art stances. The goal of a Tiny Tiger is to learn enough about the basics of martial arts at a young age that when the student transfers to the next level that they are better prepared. Key concepts during this instructional period include – personal fitness, confidence building through martial-arts, how to deal with bullying, self-discipline, and respect for self and others.

Kids (7-12 year old)

admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:27:30 +0000

Students in this class are working towards an officially recognized rank as well as progressing towards earning a blackbelt in the United Karate Studios system. The learning environment in this class sets a tone that allows for fun learning the various aspects of martial arts. We work hard to maintain a energetic, light and fun atmosphere but also set more rigid behavioral expectations. Learning how to say no to drugs, deal with bullies, handle meeting strangers, and interact positively with adults in unfamiliar environments are all parts of our cirriculum. Children are exposed to sport aspect of martial arts and are given the opportunity to spar with other students while wearing protective padding. Progressing through various ranks requires varying levels of proficiency at certain technique and personal responsibility for developing technique is expected of the student. At certain rank levels, students are encouraged to participate in tournaments that are held on weekends throughout the year. When a young person is age-ready to transition into the Youth class, they have been prepared in this class to focus at being serious at training in the martial-arts.

Youth (12-16 year old)

admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:27:05 +0000

Young persons who attend this class are trained in all aspects of United martial-arts. The student who attends this class can expect a rigorous aerobic workout while working towards their blackbelt. Learning of martial-arts forms as well as practicing sparring with other students is a regular part of the cirruculum. Age appropriate discussions about how to handle various self-defense situations take place along with practical application of techniques. Progressing through various ranks requires varying levels of proficiency at certain technique and personal responsibility for developing technique is expected of the student. The sport-aspect associated with all United Karate Studios is highly encouraged to further practicing what is learned in class. Students are invited and encouraged to participate in some of the other non-traditional classes offered (JuiJitsu and Kickboxing) to fully round out their training. A fun and safe training environment is provided along with a more traditional approach to martial arts training is set. A person training in this class is expected to make a transition into the Adult (16+ year old) class and be able to demonstrate the maturity and self-control expected of a young-adult.

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Adults (16+ year old)

admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:26:43 +0000

Students in this class are working towards earning their blackbelt in the United Karate Studios. Participants in this class are exposed to all the aspects of martial-arts training that United Karate Studios offers. Anyone who attends this class can expect a rigorous aerobic workout while working towards their blackbelt. Learning of martial-arts forms as well as practicing sparring with other students is a regular part of the cirruculum. Progressing through various ranks requires varying levels of proficiency at certain technique and personal responsibility for developing technique is expected of the student. Students are invited and encouraged to participate in some of the other non-traditional classes offered (JuiJitsu and Kickboxing) to fully round out their training. Participation in various tournaments is highly encouraged to provide opportunities to practice in a safe and fun environment what is taught in class.

Kickboxing (16+ year old)

admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:26:17 +0000

This specialized class is offered to individuals wanting only to learn the specific techniques associated with sport of kickboxing. This workout is highly aerobic and is high-impact. The workout enviroment strips away the traditional aspects of learning forms and focuses on fitness and fighting skills. This class is designed to give beginners exposure to the basics of kicking and punching as well as provide a level-appropriate workout to individuals who have had previous training. Participants can expect to train to levels which allow them to safely but effectively spar with others in this class. Specialized gloves, headgear, and attire are required for this class. This class is offered as a stand-alone class 1x per week for anyone who would like to sign up. This class can also be attended by students who are already active in the traditional class as part of their supplemental cirriculum.

Jui Jitsu (12+ year old)

admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 17:25:54 +0000

This class is a specialized class offered bi-weekly as a supplement class for those who are active students at the United Karate Studio of Dahlonega. This class offeres training in United Karate Studio’s version the highly effective art of Brazillian-style of Jui Jitsu. Instruction is provided by skilled instructors who have trained with the Gracie family. United’s teaching approach in this class is its focus on the repetitive technical application of technique. A student participating in this class can expect to become effective at varying levels of groundfighting and will progress by being able to demonstrate techniques outlined in the cirriculum. Students who are considered ‘Youth’ age and above are encouraged to participate in this class as part of their training towards blackbelt.