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Martial Arts
Isshinryu Karate
Option I: August 30 - October 11
Option II: October 18 - December 6
Beginners are welcome! Isshinryu Karate is a classical style of Okinawan Karate. Participants learn basic forms and sparring techniques of Isshinryu Karate and a direct, effective form of self-defense. Robert Sherman, seventh degree black belt and chief instructor, has taught Isshinryu Karate concurrently at HSU since 1979. Students may earn rank in Isshinryu Karate and several students have been promoted to black belt.
Program Fee (Option I or Option II): $40 HSU Students, $45 All Others
Program Fee (Both Option I and II): $70 HSU Students, $80 All Others
Days & Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Location: Goodwin Forum, Nelson Hall East 102
Note: Class will not meet during Thanksgiving Break, November 22 - 26
Instructor: Robert Sherman, Eric Lien and Jacob Esetter
Escrima
Option I: September 4 - October 16
Option II: October 23 - December 11
Escrima is a comprehensive Filipino martial art covering weapon and empty hand applications. In the beginning stages, training primarily involves use of a single stick, through which the student learns principles and body mechanics applicable to other weapons (double sticks, short stick, staff, etc.) and empty hand applications. Unlike most other martial arts which focus on technique, Escrima focuses on body mechanics and concepts. The five basic concepts of Escrima are power, speed/distance/timing, focus (mental and physical), transition and balance. Once a student has a basic technical background and can understand and apply the five concepts, they are able to use any weapon with some degree of proficiency. All of the weapon movements may also be done as empty hand applications.
Program Fee Per Session: $50 HSU Students, $60 All Others
Days and Time: Saturdays, 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location: Martial Athletics, 1622 Old Arcata Road, Arcata, CA 95524 • Located directly across from Jacoby Creek School.
Instructor: Stan Snider
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