All classes are sponsored by the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation
and Parks. We have been teaching self-defense classes with Recreation
and Parks since 1977.
The Winged Dragon Karate Club teaches self-defense classes throughout Anne Arundel County, Maryland.
Our
classes are taught by experienced Black Belt Instructors skilled in the
Chinese arts of KENPO and CHIN-NA.
All classes are sponsored by the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation
and Parks. We have been teaching self-defense classes with Recreation
and Parks since 1977.
We teach separate classes for children and for adults. Class sizes vary, but sufficient instructors are available to provide highly individualized attention.
Each of our classes uses a standardized, written curriculum. If a student starts in one class location, but decides to change to another location, she/he may do so without interruption to the learning process.
Instruction is divided into four broad categories: (1) basics, (2) self-defense techniques, (3) forms (or katas), and (4) advanced topics.
"Basics" includes topics such as balance, how to properly form a fist, correct punching techniques, stances, effective blocks against punches and kicks, and kicking techniques.
When
practicing "self-defense techniques," the student is taught
specific defensive maneuvers to counter specific street-style attacks.
Students practice techniques, with other students of the same rank, by
alternating in the roles of attacker and defender.
When practicing "forms, " the student is taught a series of defensive maneuvers that are normally executed against a number of "invisible" opponents attacking from multiple directions.
"Advanced topics" include defending against attackers using various weapons, defending against multiple attackers, and creating individual self-defense techniques and forms.
Our
Junior Division provides co-ed instruction for students in grades 2 through
9. The Junior Division teaches the same self-defense curriculum as
the Adult Division, but at a slower pace. In addition to self-defense
techniques and forms, Junior Division students are introduced to sparring
and board-breaking.
The
overall objective of studying the martial arts is NOT to learn how to fight.
The real objective is SELF-IMPROVEMENT. Emphasis in the Junior Division
is placed on student discipline, respect for authority and for others,
academic achievement, the importance of the work ethic, and individual
responsibility.
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The purpose of karate is not to prove yourself, but to improve yourself. |
Our Adult Division provides co-ed classes for students 15 years and up. Instruction is provided from beginner's level up through Black Belt ranks.
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| Winged Dragon Black Belt Instructor Patrick Physioc, 3rd Degree, demonstrates a self-defense technique during the Adult class at Quarterfield Elementary |
Over
the past 29 years, Winged Dragon has promoted 51 students to the rank of
1st Degree Black Belt. Nearly half of those Black Belts remain active
as Instructors in our Club.
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| Winged Dragon Black Belts Bob Beke, 6th Degree (standing, center), Bob Sellers, Sr., 5th Degree (standing, right) and Jeff Miller, 5th Degree, (standing, left) with newly promoted Black Belts Arnold Abbott (kneeling, right) and Walt Knapp (kneeling, left) |
Class schedules generally follow the academic school year... from early September to early June.
The Anne Arundel County Recreation and Parks Department and the Winged Dragon Karate Club do not require students to sign any kind of contract or to make any long term financial commitments.
If you are looking for an enjoyable way to stay fit...if you are looking for fun...if you are looking to meet people... in a wholesome atmosphere...check out one of our classes in Anne Arundel County - there is one near you.
