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Dear
Members,
In 2008, the instructors will be sharing some of their
expertise and knowledge with the students during
‘Special Friday Night’
training sessions. This academy is fortunate to have instructors
that are not only qualified to teach our curriculum but they
also hold black belts from other martial arts schools in this
area. Each clinic will encompass a special area of the martial
arts not included in our weekly schedule. Don’t miss this
opportunity to expand your knowledge and have some fun.
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February
08 • Mr. Nix
“Boards
Don’t Hit Back - The Art of Breaking”
The Art of breaking builds confidence and instills a sense of
accomplishment. Additionally, it is just plain fun to smash a
board with your hand, foot, elbow, or knee. Never your head. Your head is for thinking, your fists are for striking. This
clinic is for everyone ages 4 and above. One month training
is required. Yes, anyone can do this. See you there.
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March 08 •
Sifu Kormick
“The Kung
Fu Warrior”
Mr. Kormick has an extremely diverse background in the martial
arts. In addition to being the second highest ranking member of
this academy, he holds a black belt in Chinese Kung Fu. During
this clinic, you will be exposed to the Chinese martial arts
animal movements of the tiger, dragon, and others. This clinic
is appropriate for ages 7 and above. Orange belt required. |
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April 08
• Mr. McDonnell
“Weapons
Defense”
Mr. McDonnell has been studying the martial arts for over 25
years. In addition to his instructor certification, he is
certified in PPTC, Spontaneous Edge Weapon Defense, used by law
enforcement throughout the country. Statistics show that almost
all street confrontations involve a weapon. This clinic is
appropriate for members ages 8 and above. Yellow belt required.
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May 08 •
Mr. Feldman
“Weapon
Warrior - The Kama”
Mr. Feldman began his training in the Bushi-Ryu System of
Martial Arts, a traditional blend of traditional Karate, Kobudo
(Weapons), Jujutsu and Kenjutsu. During this clinic, Mr.
Feldman will be covering one of the most dynamic in all the
martial arts, the mighty Kama. This clinic will be presented in
a manner which is safe and appropriate for ages 7 and above.
Yellow belt required. |
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June 08 •
Master Poliacek
“The
Mighty Samurai - The Way of the Sword”
Master Poliacek was instrumental in Mr. Nix’s development as a
martial artist. He holds a 5th Degree Black Belt in
Karate, Kobudo and Kenjutsu. Since his retirement from teaching
in the Chartiers Valley school district and running a full time
martial arts school, he now teaches Kenjutsu. From time to time
he shares his knowledge with the advanced members of this
academy. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the
only people in this area to hold a Masters rank in the art of
the Samurai Warrior. Ages 9 and above. No rank required.
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July 08 -
no clinic - enjoy the summer |
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August 08
• Mr. McDonnell
“Boards
don’t hit Back The Art of Breaking”
See February 08 for clinic description |
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September
08 • Mr. Nix
“Mini Warriors”
This
special clinic is for our little people ages 4-7. The clinic is
a compilation of the others
but
appropriate for our younger members.
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October 08
• Mr. Nix
“Enter
the Dragon - Wing Chung/Jun Fan Gung Fu”
Mr. Nix is certified to instruct the art and science of Jun Fan
Gung Fu by Sifu Daniel Inosanto. Sifu Inosanto is the person
appointed by Bruce Lee to carry on his teaching after his death.
This provides our members a unique and special privilege to be
instructed by a direct Martial Arts descendant of The Dragon
Bruce Lee. Ages 6 and above. Yellow belt required. |
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November
08 • Mr. Kormick
“The Kung
Fu Warrior”
Mr. Kormick will continue your journey through the Chinese
martial arts animal movements and introduce Chinese weapons.
Ages 7 and above. Orange belt required |
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December
08 - No clinic - Enjoy the holidays |
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Participants must register in the office by the 5th
of the month |