| Ninja Kids | |
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| When: | Tuesdays 10:30 A.M. - 11:15 A.M. Apr 16 - Jun 4 |
| Who: | Any child between the ages of 3 and 5 years old |
| What: | A martial play program exposing little ones to lightly structured games that require jumping, hopping, running, rolling, stopping, starting, turning and more of the basic movements needed for healthy physical development. Children learn counting in Japanese, play sef defence games, learn basic martial movement and techniques, enhance listening skills, gain self-esteem.
Story time finishes this exciting class. Certificates are presented at the end of the session!! Only 8 spots available - register now to hold a spot!! |
| Where: | At West Coast Gojukai Karate - Coquitlam |
| How: | The program is taught by Caren Eigenmann who is a certified Early Childhood educator and a certified female black belt instructor with years of experience teaching children's karate programs. |
| Why: | Active kids develop into healthy active adults. Help your kids develop good movement habits early with a program that gives them confidence in themselves and their abilities as they learn the skills required for self discipline and perseverance. |
| Contact: | For registration information contact Donna Gardecki Shihan by email at Dojo@Gojukai-BC.ca |
| Dragons | |
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| When: | Mondays and Wednesdays 3:45 P.M. - 4:25 P.M. |
| Who: | Any child between the ages of 4 and 6 years old |
| What: | This class is the child's first introduction to the karate uniform and the belt system popular with karate in the west. Kids learn the basics of blocking and striking while being introduced to the Gojukai philosophy of hard/soft. This class teaches and reinforces the concepts of dealing with conflict in a soft way first and to use karate techniques only when necessary |
| Where: | At West Coast Gojukai Karate - Coquitlam |
| How: | The program is designed and taught by Donna Gardecki, M.Sc., 5th degree black belt with 10 years experience teaching children's karate programs. She has completed a master's degree in physical education and works one-to-one with all ages in fitness and rehabilitation. Donna is a course facilitator for the Coaching Association of BC. |
| Why: | Active kids develop into healthy active adults. Help your kids develop good movement habits early with a program that gives them confidence in themselves and their abilities as they learn the skills required for self discipline and perseverance.. |
| Junior Programs | |
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| Who: | Dependent on age and belt rank: Any child between the ages of 7 and 12 years old |
| What: | Classes include all belt levels and guide the student through the curriculum and on to the higher levels of training towards black belt. These classes include basic moving, kata (forms) and kumite (sparring) as well as more in-depth concepts related to conflict management and resolution without fighting. |
| When: | All belts, 7 years old and up: Mondays and Wednesdays 4:30 P.M. - 5:25 P.M. All belts, 8 years old and up: Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:45 P.M. - 6:45 P.M. Green belts and up: Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30 P.M. - 6:40 P.M. |
| Where: | At West Coast Gojukai Karate - Coquitlam |
| Why: | Active kids develop into healthy active adults. Help your kids develop good movement and good discipline early with a program that gives them confidence in themselves and their abilities as they learn the skills required for self discipline and perseverance.. |
| Teens and Adults | |
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| When: | All belts: Mondays and Wednesdays 6:50 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. Basics and all belts: Thursdays 6:50 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. |
| Who: | Any person between the ages of 13 and 99 years old |
| What: | All classes have cardio and conditioning as well as stretching associated with the karate training. Basics classes are more suited to beginners however, beginners are welcome at all classes. These classes guide the student from the white belt through towards black belt and beyond. |
| Where: | At West Coast Gojukai Karate - Coquitlam |
| Traditional Weapons | |
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| Who: | All belt levels between the ages of 13 and 99 years old |
| When: | All belts: Upon request |
| What: | All belts levels are welcome to schedule this class. Students are introduced to the traditional weapons of Okinawa; the bo, sai, tonfa, and tekko. The study of nunchaku is reserved for brown belts and higher. The students learn basics, kata and partner work with weapons. |
| How: | Please speak to Shihan Gardecki about this class as all Weapons classes are by request only. |
| Where: | At West Coast Gojukai Karate - Coquitlam |
| Open Dojo Time | |
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| Who: | All dojo members only |
| When: | Saturdays 10:30 A.M. - 12:00 A.M. |
| What: | This time slot is open for members to come and do some self training under the supervision of a black belt. |
| Where: | At West Coast Gojukai Karate - Coquitlam |
| Hatha Yoga | |
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| When: | Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:15 P.M. - 9:15 P.M. Saturdays 9:15 A.M. - 10:15 A.M. |
| Who: | Classes are suitable for beginners or those already practicing yoga. |
| What: | The basis for all forms of physical yoga. Focus is on breathing, alignment and posture instruction. Beginners are most welcome. |
| How: | Practise Yoga forms to give you a relaxing full body workout. Flow from one posture to another moving in rhythm with your breath to give you a relaxing full body workout that detoxifies organs, increases flexibility, strength muscle tone and mental clarity. Calms your mind and helps to relieve stress and tension. |
| Where: | At West Coast Gojukai Karate - Coquitlam |
| Beginner Yoga | |
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| When: | Classes are held on Tuesdays from 9:00 - 10:00 AM. Pre-register in person at the Studio |
| Who: | Classes are suitable for those with specific requirements from gentle exercise. |
| What: | Learn breathing exercises to help manage stress
Stretch your body safely with gentle postures Lots of alternative postures to accommodate sore joints Get ready to feel better that you have in years! Join the class to learn how to move gently through ranges of motion to improve flexibility, improve circulation, increase energy level and decrease pain. Feel better than you have in years!! As always -- Check with your doctor before starting a new exercise program. Taught by a certified Kinesiologist and yoga teacher with 25 years of teaching experience. One student has said, I have been going to Donna's classes now for the past 2 years ..or more maybe! I really really like her approach and knowledge.. If you are interested, give it a go! |
| Where: | At West Coast Gojukai Karate - Coquitlam |
