CV Winter Recreation Guide optimized

Adult All Levels Kickboxing - C 13 years & up Kickboxing is a martial art and combat sport that is characterized by the use of fists, elbows, knees, and shins in striking and clinching techniques. Our class will be friendly/non-competitive and primarily consist of partner drills: pad work, sparring drills and basic combinations although more advanced students may progress to friendly sparring rounds. Expect to challenge your strength, agility, speed and endurance. Get a great workout while learning new skills. Equipment: Boxing gloves & hand wraps required (Can be purchased from instructor), shin pads recommended. No session Feb 17. Instructor: Richard Dobbs Location: Gym A Mon & Wed | 6:30 - 7:30 pm #16923 | Jan 6 - Mar 12 | $235 + gst through targeted conditioning, partner target drills, boxing drills and core stability training. You’ll learn basic boxing system which is great for beginners and continues to challenge as you advance. Gloves and wraps are required and can be purchased through the instructor. No session Feb 17. Instructor: Richard Dobbs Location: Gym B Mon | 9:00 - 10:00 am #16982 | Jan 6 - Mar 17 | $140 + gst * Women’s Only Kickboxing - C 12 years & up Kickboxing is a fun and social class where you’ll work the whole body

Beginner Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Fundamentals - C 12 years & up Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) is a martial art that focuses on self-defence through grappling, ground fighting and submissions. This BJJ class is structured with new students and beginners in mind. Basic concepts of positional control as well as escapes and submissions will be covered. Classes will progress from partner drills to positional sparring and then to live “rolling”. Enjoy this full body workout that will help to relieve stress, boost confidence and build camaraderie with training partners. No session Feb 17. Instructor: Richard Dobbs Location: Gym A Mon & Wed | 7:30 - 8:45 pm #16924 | Jan 6 - Mar 12 | $235 + gst Tibetan White Crane Tai Chi 16 years & up Improve agility, flexibility and overall health and well-being by performing a sequence of slow and relaxed motions. The class introduces the “Needle in Cotton” form which is a treasure of the Tibetan White Crane Kung Fu system. The form is described as “peace in motion” and is a set of Qigong movements said to carry the practitioner into a healthy and long life. No session Feb 17. Instructor: Tom Haber Location: Room B Mon | 2:30 - 3:30 pm #17004 | Jan 6 - Mar 10 | $99 + gst

Jr. Karate - C 7 - 13 years Karate is the ideal activity for children to build self-confidence, balance, coordination, discipline and social skills while having fun, making friends and learning something new. Kids will develop karate specific skills while promoting physical and mental health that will benefit them for a lifetime. Learn Shito-ryu Karate under the instruction of NCCP certified instructors in a safe environment. No session Feb 17. Instructor: Pam Ross Location: MP Hall Mon & Wed | 6:15 - 7:15 pm #16918 | Jan 6 - Mar 12 | $225 Adult Karate - C 13 years & up Karate is a great way to improve overall physical and mental fitness, with body conditioning and self defense skills. Safe and encouraging practice of Karate techniques will develop confidence, improve concentration, and relieve stress! Learn traditional Japanese Shito-ryu Karate sanctioned by Karate Canada and Karate BC with NCCP certified instructors. No session Feb 17. Instructor: Pam Ross Location: MP Hall Mon & Wed | 7:30 - 8:45 pm #16919 | Jan 6 - Mar 12 | $245 + gst

Comox Martial Arts

An annual Karate BC membership fee will be collected in class.

REGISTRATION STARTS MONDAY NOVEMBER 18 | See page 34

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