Martial Arts is designed to improve oneself both physically and emotionally. The YMCA’s Martial Arts program is taught in a safe, yet progressive environment. Participants are introduced to basic martial arts skills while emphasizing discipline and self-control. Additionally, participants are inspired to be physically fit while allowing them to have fun and learn foundations of teamwork and healthy competition.

Clinics allow our youngest aspiring artists to learn more about the craft and benefits of program participation.

Martial Arts is designed to improve oneself both physically and emotionally. The YMCA’s Martial Arts program is taught in a safe, yet progressive environment. Participants are introduced to basic martial arts skills while emphasizing discipline and self-control. Additionally, participants are inspired to be physically fit while allowing them to have fun and learn foundations of teamwork and healthy competition.

Our instructors are 7th-degree black belts who have each taught martial arts at the Y for over thirty years.

Classes held in Hodges Hall.

For questions or more information please contact: Michael Stallings or Theresa Towner

Martial Arts is designed to improve oneself both physically and emotionally. The YMCA’s Martial Arts program is taught in a safe, yet progressive environment. Participants are introduced to basic martial arts skills while emphasizing discipline and self-control. Additionally, participants are inspired to be physically fit while allowing them to have fun and learn foundations of teamwork and healthy competition.

Instructor Ysabel is a Master (6th Dan) in Tae Kwon Do and member of the American and Tae Kwon Do Org (AKATO). She has been around for over 30 years and is an active Martial Arts Head Instructor of Korean Tae Kwon Do. Ysabel has a black belt in Kobudo (Okinawan weapons) and is an advanced instructor in Chinese Tai Chi in addition to eight years in Chinese Kenpo. She also teaches self-defense and follows the tenets of TKD, courtesy, humility, integrity, perseverance, self-control, and indomitable spirit.

Registration and payment is due prior to the first class of each session.

Martial Arts is designed to improve oneself both physically and emotionally. The YMCA’s Martial Arts program is taught in a safe, yet progressive environment. Participants are introduced to basic martial arts skills while emphasizing discipline and self-control. Additionally, participants are inspired to be physically fit while allowing them to have fun and learn foundations of teamwork and healthy competition.

Martial Arts is designed to improve oneself both physically and emotionally. The YMCA’s Martial Arts program is taught in a safe, yet progressive environment. Participants are introduced to basic martial arts skills while emphasizing discipline and self-control. Additionally, participants are inspired to be physically fit while allowing them to have fun and learn foundations of teamwork and healthy competition.

Uniforms and belts will be determined by the instructor and may incur costs in addition to the course registration.

Interested participants may try out one class for free. No pre-registration is required for the trial class. Closed-toe shoes with socks and comfortable clothing is the recommended attire for the first class.

Martial Arts is designed to improve oneself both physically and emotionally. The YMCA’s Martial Arts program is taught in a safe, yet progressive environment. Participants are introduced to basic martial arts skills while emphasizing discipline and self-control. Additionally, participants are inspired to be physically fit while allowing them to have fun and learn foundations of teamwork and healthy competition.

Additional Required Uniform Fee of $49.00 is due on first day of class.

Martial Arts is designed to improve oneself both physically and emotionally. The YMCA’s Martial Arts program is taught in a safe, yet progressive environment. Participants are introduced to basic martial arts skills while emphasizing discipline and self-control. Additionally, participants are inspired to be physically fit while allowing them to have fun and learn foundations of teamwork and healthy competition.

Additional Required Uniform Fee of $49.00 is due on first day of class.

Martial Arts is designed to improve oneself both physically and emotionally. The YMCA’s Martial Arts program is taught in a safe, yet progressive environment. Participants are introduced to basic martial arts skills while emphasizing discipline and self-control. Additionally, participants are inspired to be physically fit while allowing them to have fun and learn foundations of teamwork and healthy competition.

Uniforms and belts will be determined by the instructor and may incur costs in addition to the course registration.

Interested participants may try out one class for free. No pre-registration is required for the trial class. Closed-toe shoes with socks and comfortable clothing is the recommended attire for the first class.

Martial Arts is designed to improve oneself both physically and emotionally. The YMCA’s Martial Arts program is taught in a safe, yet progressive environment. Participants are introduced to basic martial arts skills while emphasizing discipline and self-control. Additionally, participants are inspired to be physically fit while allowing them to have fun and learn foundations of teamwork and healthy competition.

Uniforms and belts will be determined by the instructor and may incur costs in addition to the course registration.

Interested participants may try out one class for free. No pre-registration is required for the trial class. Closed-toe shoes with socks and comfortable clothing is the recommended attire for the first class.