Yocum Institute for Arts Education

WHAT WE DO

Our style of karate here at East Coast Karate is called Ryukyu Hon Kenpo Kobujutsu as taught by Grand Master Seikichi Odo of Okinawa. We maintain a traditional karate and weapons system with origins dating back more than 2,000 years. Traditional martial arts were developed strictly for self defense thus enhancing their effectiveness. If it didn’t work, there was nobody left to pass it on. Master Odo combined his karate with kobudo or weaponry many years ago in order to teach a complete kobujitsu system in the spirit of the samurai.

GETTING STARTED

Our traditional martial arts program develops MIND-BODY-SPIRIT. Our program teaches skills to protect oneself and the confidence to do so. Positive attitudes are created, self-discipline develops, responsibility increases, and the ability to be persistent allows success. Our students gain focus, respect, and enthusiasm. Consistent participation in our program leads to success in other areas of life. Our introductory class is designed to introduce you to what we do in our program and is open to students ages 6 through adult. Students should come in comfortable exercise clothes and participants will be in their bare feet. No uniform is required. Introductory classes are held the third Monday of each month.

Once students have completed this 1 time course, they are able to register for full time classes between the 1st and 5th of the following month. Between the introductory course and the beginning of the next month, new students are invited to purchase a uniform and attend classes. Information on placement in classes will be given to families/students at the conclusion of the introductory course. Upon registration for classes, students will be required to purchase a uniform to be worn in all classes. The cost of the uniform is $25 and will be purchased through the department.

Discounts:
Little Kuma classes- no discounts
Regular classes: 2nd family member 25% off, 3rd family member 50% off.
Black Belt Club and Kobujutsu classes, no discounts

All Questions? Please email eastcoastkarate@yocuminstitute.org

To register visit: app.iclasspro.com/parentportal/yocumarts/

Beginners: white, yellow, and orange belts
Intermediate: blue, green, and green stripe belts
Advanced: purple and brown belts

LIVE East Coast Karate Calendar
(This contains dates for testing, promotions, sparring, Black Belt Club, events, planned closures, etc.)

East Coast Karate At-A-Glance Schedule (View and Download PDF)

CLASSES

ENROLLMENT FOR MARTIAL ARTS IS ONGOING SEPTEMBER 6, 2022-AUGUST 31, 2023
Payments are due the 1st of every month and are automatically withdrawn from billing information stored online.

INTRODUCTORY MARTIAL ARTS CLASS
Instructors: Mrs. Logue

All new East Coast Karate martial arts students, ages 6-adult are required to participate in an introductory class.

Our traditional martial arts program develops MIND-BODY-SPIRIT. Our program teaches skills to protect oneself and the confidence to do so. Positive attitudes are created, self-discipline develops, responsibility increases, and the ability to be persistent allows success. Our students gain focus, respect, and enthusiasm. Consistent participation in our program leads to success in other areas of life. Our introductory class is designed to introduce you to what we do in our program and is open to students ages 6 through adult. Students should come in comfortable exercise clothes (long pants and t-shirt). Participants will be in their bare feet. No uniform is required for the introductory class.

Once students have completed this one time class, they are able to attend classes for the rest of the month at no extra cost for classes, if desired. A uniform must be purchased to continue to attend classes for the month. The cost of the uniform is $25 and will be charged through the account on file.

Registration will need to take place on the first of the next month to not incur additional charges. More information on placement in classes will be given to families/students during the introductory class. Upon registration for classes, students will be required to purchase a uniform to be worn in all classes. The cost of the uniform is $25 and will be charged through the account on file. Students will choose one section of the recommended class and attend on the designated weekdays scheduled.

Every third Monday of the month (Effective September 6, 2022)

Upcoming Intro Classes:
February 20, 2023 / 5:30 to 6:30PM
March 20, 2023 / 5:30 to 6:30PM
April 17, 2023 / 5:30 to 6:30PM
May15, 2023 / 5:30 to 6:30PM

$15 (Not eligible for Member discount)
To sign up visit: iclasspro.com/portal/yocumarts

LITTLE KUMA, Ages 3-5
Instructors: Mrs. Logue, Mr. Stettler, and Mr. Barto

REGISTRATION ONLY OPEN ON THE 1st OF EACH MONTH

“Kuma” means bear in Japanese. The objective of this program is to develop karate skills and life skills in a safe, fun, and controlled environment. The format includes developing each child in the following areas: self-control, respect, focus, listening, paying attention, teamwork, self-confidence, balance, physical fitness, and following directions. All this will be done utilizing games, skills and drills, and age-appropriate activities. The students will have their own belt system and rank requirements. A uniform is required and will be charged to the parent account on file. Students will choose one section and attend on the two designated weekdays scheduled.

Section A: Monday | Wednesday, 5:00-5:30 pm
Section B: Tuesday | Thursday, 5:45-6:15 pm
Section C: Tuesday | Thursday, 5:00-5:30 pm

$60 per month/ongoing through August 31, 2023

MARTIAL ARTS BEGINNER KIDS, Ages 6-12
Instructors: Mr. Dalton, Mr. Barto, Mr. Stettler, Mrs. Logue

This class is open to students ages 6 through 12 and belt levels white and yellow. Students will choose one section and attend on the two designated weekdays scheduled.

Section A: Monday | Wednesday, 6:15-7:00 pm
Section B: Tuesday | Thursday, 6:15-7:00 pm
Section C: Tuesday | Thursday, 6:30-7:15 pm
Section D: Mondays I Wednesday, 6:30-7:15 pm

$100 per month/ongoing through August 31, 2023

**All NEW students must complete an introductory class prior to registering for classes. **

ORANGE BELTS AND INTERMEDIATE STUDENTS, AGES 6-12
Instructor: Mr. Dalton, Mr. Barto

This class is open to CURRENT students ages 6 through 12 and belt levels orange, blue, green, and green stripe. Sparring equipment is required and will be purchased through the department and charged to the parent account on file. Beginning weapons training may also occur at this level. We encourage students to purchase their own weapons which will be purchased through the department. Loaner weapons are available.

Section A: Monday | Wednesday, 5:30-6:15 pm
Section B: Tuesday I Thursday, 5:30-6:15 pm

$100 per month/ongoing through August 31, 2023

MARTIAL ARTS ADULTS (ages 13 and up)

This class is open to students ages 13 and up and all belt levels. Sparring equipment is required and will be purchased through the department and charged to the account on file. Students in this class may come 3 times a week.

Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday, 7:00-8:00 pm

$100 ongoing through August 31, 2023

**All NEW students must complete an introductory class prior to registering for classes. **

KOBUJUTSU CLASS
Instructor: Sensei Fromm

Our weapons class is an integral part of training for Black Belt in our style. This class is REQUIRED for CURRENT students, purple belt and up. It is also open to lower rank students by invitation only. Weapons used for requirements are Nunchaku, Bo, Tonfa, Sai, and Tekko. Weapons will be purchased through the martial arts department and charged to the account on file. Loaner weapons are available for use until the student is able to purchase his/her own weapons.

Wednesdays 8:00 – 8:45pm

$25 per month ongoing through August 31, 2023
Not eligible for family discounts
*payments will be automatically withdrawn from accounts each month

BLACK BELT CLUB, Ages 7+
Instructor: Mr. Barto

This class is open to CURRENT students ages 7 and up.

MIND-BODY-SPIRIT

Many students come to learn that Karate is not only a sport but a way of life. Becoming a Black Belt is more than a test of your physical knowledge and material. It is also a practice of mental fortitude and discipline. The path to becoming a Black Belt is challenging, but all serious martial artists strive for it and are determined to reach that goal. This is a program to further a student’s knowledge and abilities along the path to becoming a well rounded martial artist and black belt. This club is open to all students who have the dedication and definitive goal of becoming a Black Belt.

This club will allow all members, regardless of rank, ages 7 and up, to have added training time with instructors. They will learn higher rank material ahead of their current curriculum, learn valuable teaching skills, experience Okinawan weapons training, attend sparring seminars, and advanced self defense seminars. We as a team will also prepare for school demonstrations, tournaments and testing.

Each member will receive a Black Belt club patch to be worn on the left shoulder of their Gi to signify their dedication to reaching their goal.

“This is a Black belt school! We are dedicated! We are motivated! We are on a quest to be our best! OSU!”

Every 3rd Saturday of the month, 6:00-8:00 pm

$30/month ongoing through August 19, 2023
Not eligible for family discounts
*payments will be automatically withdrawn from accounts each month

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