Junior Ravens Karate (Gōjū-ryū)
Our Junior Ravens Karate program is low risk with non-combative classes designed for beginners or children who want to return to the sport, focusing on discipline, coordination and confidence. Traditional Gōjū-ryū Karate is one of the main traditional Okinawan styles of karate, featuring a combination of hard and soft techniques.
Registration Wil Open On Wednesday, April 8 at 9:00am for our Junior Ravens Spring Karate Program
Junior Ravens Winter Karate (Gōjū-ryū)
- Work on gross, fine and complex motor skills that complement the many stages of development through drills and exercises
- Developing physical and mental strength, helping to lay the groundwork for a healthy lifestyle in the future.
- The Junior Ravens Karate program runs in the spring, summer, fall & winter.
This program offers two levels of development in the fall and winter:
Introduction/Beginner (no prior experience)
Returning Participants (yellow belt or higher)
Kata
- The detailed choreographed patterns of movements
- The basic goal of kata is to preserve and transmit proven techniques and to practice self-defense
- By practicing in a repetitive manner the learner develops the ability to execute techniques and movements in a natural, reflex-like manner.
Who Can Play & What to Bring
What is Included
Open to all children between 8 – 14 years old
Comfortable athletic clothing or a uniform (Karate Gi) can be purchased through the instructor for $40
Water bottle
Parking during program dates and times
The uniform (Karate Gi) is not required to participate.
Programs
Introduction/Beginner Class – Fall & Winter
- This class introduces the fundamentals of karate in a fun, non-combative setting, focusing on basic techniques, coordination, and confidence-building.
Returning/Experiences Participants Class (Yellow Belts or Higher) – Spring, Fall & Winter
- Designed for returning participants, this class builds on previous skills with more advanced techniques and combinations, while continuing to develop strength, focus, and control.
Dates & Cost
The spring program has 7 sessions running from Sunday, May 3 to Sunday, June 21. The spring program costs $119.
| Level | Days | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Returning/Experienced Participants | Sunday | 11:00am – 12:00pm |
No Sessions
On May 17
Location
- Combatives Studio (2406)
Important Notes
- Parking is included in the registration fee on the days & times the program is running.
- Parking must be validated each time you park using a provided link and code.
Meet the Instructor
John Notley
- Junior Ravens Instructor
Important Notes
For questions regarding programming details or any other aspect of the Junior Ravens Karate Program
Please contact michael.cicchillitti@carleton.ca