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The following martial arts classes are currently available at Gunners Fitness Center on Camp Foster:
Masks are required; 10 patron limit per class.
All other classes are currently on hold due to current restrictions.
Click here to download a copy of the current schedule and class descriptions.
If you would like to participate in a martial arts class, please come into the facility and meet with the instructor for more information. The instructor schedules can be found at the above link. For additional questions, please email fitnesscenters@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org.
Note: All prices are monthly fees. Not all classes available at all camps.
AIKI-JU-JITSU This type of martial art builds harmony with others and shows how to control the attack. It focuses on the idea that balance is essential to all things. The technique of this class will teach students to defend themselves with little power. Aiki-Ju-Jitsu can be recognized by the subtle flowing throws, joint-locks, and extremely effective control of an opponent’s center of gravity. The class also teaches kata and weapons. Youth welcome with instructor approval; must have adult supervision.
Instructor: Masayoshi UmedaAdults: $30 Youth: $30
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU**NOTE: THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY ON HOLD DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS Also known as "The Gentle Art", BJJ is a grappling martial art that allows an individual to successfully defend themselves and prevail against a bigger and stronger opponent through the use of leverage-based techniques. These techniques include take-downs, joint locks, and strangle holds. The general aim of a BJJ practitioner is to take an opponent to the ground, establish a dominant position of control, and then force the opponent to concede by applying a joint lock or strangle hold. BJJ is unique among martial arts in that it allows an opponent to be soundly defeated without causing injury.
Instructor: Ivan Sakamoto Adults: $90 Youth: $60
ISSHIN RYU Isshin-Ryu stresses close-in techniques necessary for self-protection. Unlike most Karate styles, the Isshin-Ryu punch has the fist in a vertical position, rather than palm-down. This type of martial art is similar to Shorin Ryu. You will learn a combination of Karate and Kobudu. The class incorporates eight different Empty Hand Kata (a choreographed series of movements) as well as weapons. As in most martial arts, mind and body play a major role in developing patience, self-control, and spiritual stability, especially when developing these skills to improve focus and concentration.Youth classes open to ages 7-15 years old & 5-7 years old with Sensei approval.
Instructor: Sensei Uechi-san Adults: $50Youth: $50
MUGAI RYU IAIDO This class will teach the art of reacting to a surprise attack by counteracting with a sword. Students will learn posture, movement, grip, and how to swim or cut with a sword. Students will also learn respect for other students, the teacher, and the sword.
Instructor: Robert Smith Adults: $30
SETKUDO **NOTE: THIS CLASS IS CURRENTLY ON HOLD DUE TO COVID RESTRICTIONS Setkudo was founded by Master Hirahara in 1992. It is a complete style of karate based on Master Hirahara’s over 40 years of teaching martial arts (Goju Karate, Shaolin Temple Kenpo, Judo, Kyokusshin Kai, USA Oyama Karate, Kickboxing, and Kapoeira).
Instructor: Nobuhiro Hirahara Adults: $60 Youth: $50
SHORIN RYU This class will promote range, endurance, and strength. You will learn self-defense and kata, a choreographed series of movements. The use of Okinawan weapons is integrated into the class structure as well. The fundamentals of this class are: Kata, Kobudo, and Kumite. Currently only Adult classes scheduled, please speak to the instructor regarding classes for youth ages 5-15.
Instructor: Master Fusei Kise Adults: $75 Youth: $70
Click here to download a current copy of the martial arts schedule and description of classes available at Camp Foster.
If you would like to participate in any of these martial arts classes, please come to the facility and meet with the instructor during regularly scheduled class times for more information. The instructor schedules can be found in the above link.For any additional questions, please email fitnesscenters@okinawa.usmc-mccs.org.
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