Intermediate Class
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Intermediate Kids class is an intermediate level class for children that is designed to
further enhance the students knowledge of techniques and skills of karate in a fun and invigorating way. Students are motivated using games, exercises and contests geared toward challenging them to do their best, instilling in them a strong work ethic and a desire to excel. As they are burning up extra energy and getting important exercise they are improving their fitness and coordination. The students are given opportunities to practice the karate techniques they are learning in a safe and controlled fashion by punching, kicking and blocking padded targets, heavy bags and re-breakable boards, building their confidence and poise. By pairing up with other students and working in a hands-on manner they come to understand the reality of using these techniques and develop a respect for each other and for their own abilities as well.
The concepts of focus and self-control, skills they need to excel in any learning situation, are constantly reinforced. At the beginning and end of every class is a moment of meditation where the students are taught to sit quietly and still, and to concentrate their thoughts on what they are doing in the present moment. Through-out the class they are required to pay attention to the instructor’s directions, to be aware of what their body is doing and to direct their actions in a way that will bring about a desired result. They learn to set goals which they prepare for and work toward, providing them with the pride of accomplishment and the accompanying self-esteem.