Athletics Martial Arts
TAEKWON DO
KARATE In a family atmosphere participants will learn selfdefense through improved focus, stillness, muscle strength, stamina, and flexibility. Sensei Thomas Sexton has competed in many tournaments and fought on “Chicago’s Midwest Circuits.” He is now sharing his skills and experiences with the Evanston Youth and adult community. Location: Fleetwood-Jourdain Center Age: 7 yrs. and up Fee, 8sessions: $75 R/$94 NR Class # 412105A2
Dates Days Mar 12- Apr 30 Sa
Time 10:00-11:30am
KARATE Karate with Impact DoJo! Classes are high energy and full of fun and excitement. In addition , students will learn the principals, history and philosophy of Karate. Each student will have access to specifically tailored curriculum online that will be used as a guide to help them reach their full potential. Classes are as much physical activity as they are education based. It is important that the students understand the importance of healthy living and to be of sound mind and body. The main goal is for our students to be confident in themselves and build overall good character. Location: Robert Crown Community Center Age: 6-13 yrs. Fee, 6 sessions: $60 R/$75 NR Class # 212840A2 212840B2 212840C2 212840D2
Dates Mar 7-April 11 Mar 8-April 12 April 18-May 23 April 21-May 26
Days M Th M Th
Time 5:00-5:50pm 5:00-5:50pm 5:00-5:50pm 5:00-5:50pm
Krav Maga is a dynamic and challenging selfdefense system with a focus on real-world selfprotection and fitness. The exciting curriculum includes striking and kicking techniques as well as grappling skills and weapons defense. Beginning and experienced Teen and Adult students are invited to join this non-competitive class. You don’t have to be an Olympic athlete to benefit from this success-based, effective program. Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 13 yrs. and up Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$169 NR Dates Days Mar 17- May 19 Th
Tiger Cubs
Designed to be engaging and fun, this class will bring out the best in your child. Students develop focus, agility and strength in this safe, non-competitive, and non-combative class. The traditional Martial Arts values are coupled with modern, age-appropriate games and activities. Age: 4-6 yrs. Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR Class # 512304A2 512304B2
Dates Days Mar 21-May 23 M Mar 23-May 25 W
Time 5:15-6pm 5:15-6pm
Young Tigers This is a fun and exciting, non-competitive class in which your child will progress in the martial arts, develop leadership skills and challenge himself to be his personal best. Building competence and confidence, your child will grow stronger in mind body and spirit. Age: 7-12yrs. Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR Class # 512305A2 51230B2
Dates Days Mar 21-May 23 M Mar 23-May 25 M
Time 6-7pm 6-7pm
Advanced Youth
KRAV MAGA
Class # 512320A2
High School Teens and Adults, All Levels
Grandmaster Connelly is Evanston’s most experienced Taekwon-do martial arts professional for over 25 years. His successful programs teach and motivate kids to grow stronger in body, mind and spirit so to become Black Belt Leaders. Fun, safe, age-appropriate, rewarding classes are available for beginning, intermediate and advanced students. Information: 847-568-0912; Connellysacademy.com Instructor: Grandmaster Connelly Location: Levy Senior Center
Time 6-7pm
The class challenges youth students ranked at Red Stripe and higher to take their training to the next level. Emphasizing rank appropriate patterns, techniques and leadership, students will be prepared for advancement, both physically and mentally. Age: 4-18 yrs. Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR Class # 512307A2
Dates Days Mar 23-May 18 W
Time 7- 8pm
Advanced Teens and Adults This class is designed to provide a challenging training opportunity to teens and adults who are ranked at Black Stripe or higher. Age: 13 yrs. and up Fee, 10 sessions: $175 R/$190 NR Class # 513302A2
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Dates Days Mar 21-May 23 M
Time 7-8:30pm
The class provides a safe and non-competitive environment for full-body workout, self defense training and stress relief. This program includes non-contact sparring Age: 17 yrs. and up Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR Class #
Dates
512308A2
Mar 23-May 18 W
Days
Time 7-8pm
Advanced Students- Red Stripe Belts and Higher This class is designed to provide a challenging Taekwon-do training opportunity to students who are ranked at Red Stripe or higher. The health and safety of our students is our top priority. Class size is limited to 16 Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 4 yrs. and up Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR Class #
Dates
Days
512309A2
Mar 26-May 28 Sa
Time 9-10am
All Belt Levels From beginning to senior belts, this class offers all students of all ages an opportunity to train with Grandmaster Connelly and his experienced instructor team. This class is exciting and fun, providing opportunities to grow in body, mind, and spirit. The health and safety of our students is our top priority. Class size is limited to 16 . Location: Chandler-Newberger Center Age: 4 yrs. and up Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$150 NR Class # 512310A2
Dates Days Mar 26-May 28 Sa
Time 10-11am
HAPKIDO Hapkido is the most eclectic of all the Korean Martial Arts and the original “mixed martial art” with over 3000 techniques. Hapkido contains both long and close range fighting techniques emphasizing circular motion, non-resisting movements, and control of the opponent. Practitioners seek to gain advantage through footwork and body positioning to employ leverage, avoiding the use of strength against strength. Location: Levy Senior Center Age: 13 yrs. and up Fee, 10 sessions: $135 R/$169 NR Class # 512321A2
Dates Days Mar 15- May 17 Tu
Time 7-8:30pm
