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Martial Arts
The YMCA welcomes professional instructors in various disciplines of martial arts and self-defense.
Learn how to use your strength effectively, maintain cardiovascular fitness, improve flexibility and coordination in our Martial Arts programs.
Embracing the mental and spiritual elements of martial arts will improve the mind’s focus and enable you to develop self-control, build confidence and manage stress. These classes are not meant to promote fighting. Our focus is on instilling values such as discipline, self-awareness, and developing an ability to put mind over matter.
Class size is limited and registration is required.
School Age Intro to Taekwondo
Start your child on the basics of Taekwondo in the 4-week program run by Grandmaster Barry Rodemaker, owner and founder of Erie Institute of Tae Kwon Do. Students should wear comfortable clothing suitable for physical activity to each lesson.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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| Early Member Registration | 5/27/25 | 6/2/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 15.00 | $ 15.00 | - |
| Open Registration | 6/3/25 | 7/7/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 15.00 | $ 15.00 | $ 30.00 |
Available Sessions
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07/07/25 - 07/28/25
Ages 7 - 10 - Tu - 11:30 am - 45 mins
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Registration Closed Opens on 05/27/25 |
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07/08/25 - 07/29/25
Ages 5 & 6 - Tu - 11:00 am - 30 mins
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Registration Closed Opens on 05/27/25 |
School Age Intro to Taekwondo: Ages 5-15
This 6-8 week program is designed to instill children with the basics of the martial art of Taekwondo. They will learn the fundamentals, going through warmups and stretching, conditioning (kicks, punches, blocks), basic rolls and break falls, and self defense techniques.
Be sure to register so that your young one may experience this program. It is sure to help them feel confident and self assured. Held in the Holistic Center. Registration Required
Open to Y Members AND Non Members
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Late | 3/23/25 | 4/2/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 35.00 | $ 60.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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09/30/25 - 11/04/25
Holistic Center - Tu - 5:00 pm - 1 hr
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25 / 25 Available |
Registration Closed |
School Age Mixed Martial Arts
Unlock and nurture the physical potential within your child through learning a fusion of diverse martial art styles. This 8 week class instills discipline, cultivates self-confidence, and nourishes the spirit through learning techniques and the physical conditioning used by professional (pro) MMA athletes.
LOCATION: Studio Once
AGES: 8-15 years
COST: $25 for Y Members | $50 for Non Members
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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| Summer Early (Members Only) | 5/27/25 | 6/1/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 25.00 | $ 50.00 |
| Summer Open (Members & Non-Members) | 6/2/25 | 6/3/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | $ 25.00 | $ 50.00 |
| Summer Late | 6/4/25 | 7/10/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | $ 35.00 | $ 60.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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07/10/25 - 08/14/25
Th - 5:30 pm - 1 hr
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20 / 20 Available |
Registration Closed Opens on 05/27/25 |
School Age Mixed Martial Arts
Unlock and nurture the physical potential within your child through learning a fusion of diverse martial art styles. This class instils discipline and cultivates self-confidence, and nourishes the spirit through learning techniques and the physical conditioning used by professional (pro) MMA athletes. This class is conducted by Jason Brown, a former pro MMA fighter
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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| Spring Late(Members & Non. Members) | 3/15/25 | 4/5/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 35.00 | - | $ 60.00 |
| Summer Early(Members Only) | 5/27/25 | 6/2/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | - | - |
| Summer Open(Members & Non. Members) | 6/3/25 | 6/28/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 25.00 | - | $ 50.00 |
Available Sessions
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07/11/25 - 08/15/25
County - Summer I Session - Fr - 5:30 pm - 1 hr
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Registration Closed Opens on 05/27/25 |
Self Defense for Girls & Women
Join Alexis, a black belt in Taekwondo, as she helps to empower and encourage girls and women by introducing beginner self defense techniques. Make friends and gain confidence while learning a new skill. This workshop will arm you with the basics to stand your ground in the case needing to keep yourself safe.
Location: Studio One
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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| 12/23/24 | 6/9/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 20.00 | $ 20.00 | $ 40.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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05/04/25
Su - 11:00 am - 1 hr
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23 / 25 Available |
Register Closes 05/05/2025 |