MARTIAL ARTS AT FWCC
With a range of martial arts disciplines available, such as Tiger Kid Beginner Martial Arts, Tiny Tiger Taekwondo, Kendo, and more, individuals can engage in a diverse array of training options. Whether you are a beginner looking to improve your fitness and self-defense skills or an experienced practitioner seeking to refine your techniques, FWCC provides expert instruction from our partners who are dedicated to fostering personal growth and discipline through martial arts.
MITCH MAYBERRY, INSTRUCTOR
Mitch Mayberry is a 9th Degree Black Belt who has been trained & certified in multiple Asian countries in various system’s & styles. He has over 50 years’ experience & over 40 years’ teaching! Mitch teacher Tiny Tigers Taekwondo, Tiger Kids, and the Self Defense Workshops.
UNIFORMS AND MORE
Uniforms are available from the instructor. A $14 AAU fee must be paid to the instructor or paid online (aausports.org) the first day of class. More info www.tigerkid.com. Kendo wooden swords are available from instructor for $25.
Class fee does not include additional equipment cost for continuing and advanced students.
SCHEDULE
Early Winter 1/4 to 2/15
Late Winter 3/1 to 4/12
Spring 4/26 to 6/7
Summer 6/21 to 8/2
TINY TIGER TAEKWONDO
Wednesdays 6:15pm–6:45pm (7 Weeks)
(Ages 3.75-6yrs old)
Tiny Tiger Martial Arts is a fun blend of Kung fu & Taekwondo that is a less intense program with a focus on developing motor skills, coordination & improved listening skills through the use of games and training aids (using bag kicking & swordplay).
(if low enrollments, classes may combine – times are subject to change)
TIGER KID BEGINNER MARTIAL ARTS
Wednesdays 6:45pm–7:35pm (7 Weeks)
Tiger Kids Beginner and Tiger Kids Advanced are martial arts classes that introduce/learn and then perfect/ progress in rank and belts through empty hand & weapon forms transitioning from easy to complex in Okinawan Karate, Taekwondo, Kung Fu, Eskrima & weaponry. Goal setting, improved coordination, self-defense & listening skills are enhanced by this ongoing program with bag kicking & swordplay!
(if low enrollments, classes may combine – times are subject to change)
SELF DEFENSE WORKSHOP
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(Ages 12+)
Do you know how to defend yourself? What would you do if someone tried to attack you? This workshop could help save your life! Learn how not to be a victim by identify strengths & weaknesses in a fun safe environment. Learn about your natural weapons, zoning, awareness, proper body mechanics & more. This workshop is for teens, adults & seniors of all fitness levels. (Ages 10-11 with parent participation.)
IP MAN WING CHUN & ESKRIMA
Wednesdays 7:45pm–8:30pm (Ages 10+)
A rare chance to learn Bruce Lee’s original foundation system combined with the survival arts of The Philippine Martial Arts of Eskrima, Arnis & Kali. Simple self defense styles for all abilities & fitness levels. An empty hand & weaponry class for ages 13+ (10-12 year old can participate accompanied by an adult)
KENDO
Tuesdays 6:15pm–6:45pm (Ages 7+)
Kendo is the martial art and sport of Japanese Samurai Swordsmanship. Beginning students start with the basic techniques of Kendo and as they continue will learn more advanced techniques alone with discipline, culture and etiquette of Kendo and Japan.