karate

Self-Defense & Exercise
The district offers aikido, Brave Way Self Defense, and karate classes. 

shotokanKarate classes are operated through Chicagoland’s premier karate school, four-time national champion John DiPasquale’s Illinois Shotokan Karate Club. In addition to teaching self-defense, Shotokan karate skills will help build coordination, agility, strength and poise, in addition to fostering a strong, positive self-image.

Pre-Karate

Young children will develop flexibility, and strength and coordination, in fun, yet disciplined activities. This program is specifically designed for growing minds and bodies in order to enhance memory and agility. Watch your child’s confidence blossom and their skills improve.
Pre-Karate: Beginner (No Experience)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/6-3/24
4:00 pm- 4:45 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pre-Karate: Beginner (No Experience)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/8-3/26
4:00 pm- 4:45 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pre-Karate: Continuer (1 or more prior sessions)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/6-3/24
4:45 pm- 5:30 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pre-Karate: Continuer (1 or more prior sessions)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/8-3/26
4:50 pm- 5:35 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pre-Karate: Intermediate/Advanced (Instructor's permission)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/8-3/26
5:45 pm- 6:30 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Youth & Adult Karate

Offering a good mix of strength training, with cardiovascular and flexibility exercises, students increase their coordination, agility and poise, as well as learn lasting personal safety skills. They also benefit from the mental stimulation of learning the choreographed moves of the kata and the discipline of conforming to the class rules.
Youth/Adult Karate: Beginner/Continuer (White-Orange Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/6-3/24
5:30 pm- 6:25 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Youth/Adult Karate: Beginner/Continuer (White-Orange Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/8-3/26
6:30 pm- 7:25 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Youth/Adult Karate: Novice/Intermediate (Yellow-Green Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/6-3/24
6:30 pm- 7:25 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Youth/Adult Karate: Novice/Intermediate (Yellow-Green Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/8-3/26
7:30 pm- 8:25 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Youth/Adult Karate: Advanced (Purple-Black Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/6-3/24
7:30 pm- 8:25 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Youth/Adult Karate: Advanced (Purple-Black Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/8-3/26
8:30 pm- 9:30 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Adult Karate

Offering a good mix of strength training, with cardiovascular and flexibility exercises, students increase their coordination, agility and poise, as well as learn lasting personal safety skills. They also benefit from the mental stimulation of learning the choreographed moves of the kata and the discipline of conforming to the class rules.
Adult Karate: Advanced (Instructor's permission)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/6-3/24
8:30 pm- 9:30 pm
AGES
15 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$177.00 / $221.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Martial Art Club

This after-school Taekwon club makes building fitness, self-discipline, and the confidence to succeed, a fun experience that kids can share together. Grandmaster Connelly’s programs have provided safe, expert instruction in a non-competitive environment to schools throughout the North Shore since 1993. Classes are open to beginning and continuing students in first through eighth grades. Uniforms are optional and available on request for $35. For more information go to www.connellysacademy.com or contact Grandmaster Connelly at (847) 568-0912. No Class 2/19
Martial Art Club
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/13-3/17
2:30 pm- 3:30 pm
AGES
6 - 12
LOCATION
Highland School
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$120.00 / $120.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Tae Kwon Do

Tae Kwon Do will help you develop physical, mental and muscular strength, coordination and overall fitness. Registration Deadline: Wednesday, 1/8/25. Minimum enrollment of 5 students must be met by registration deadline for class to run. Instructors: National Tae Kwon Do Academy, Inc.
Tae Kwon Do - Kids
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/13-3/24
6:15 pm- 7:15 pm
AGES
8 - 15
LOCATION
Oakton Community Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$135.00 / $169.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Tae Kwon Do - Adults
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/13-3/24
7:30 pm- 9:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Oakton Community Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$135.00 / $169.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Tae Kwon Do - Kids
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/16-3/27
6:15 pm- 7:15 pm
AGES
8 - 15
LOCATION
Oakton Community Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$135.00 / $169.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Tae Kwon Do - Adults
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/16-3/27
7:30 pm- 9:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Oakton Community Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$135.00 / $169.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Filipino Martial Arts

Basic concepts of Filipino Martial Arts are first taught with impact and bladed weapons before empty hands. This system is different from other Martial Arts which teach empty hand techniques before weapons. Topics covered will include single stick, double stick, and dagger (short stick). Knife defense and empty hands are also covered in later classes. The universality of motion and flow inherent in the art will be taught once the basics are learned. Certain techniques can be carried over from (single stick) to (double stick) to (dagger) to (empty hands), and knife defense. Students are expected to buy their own sticks and other safety equipment for the class. Contact bgzbonoan@gmail.com with questions.
Filipino Martial Arts
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
1/7-1/28
7:00 pm- 8:30 pm
AGES
21 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$80.00 / $100.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Filipino Martial Arts
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
2/4-2/25
7:00 pm- 8:30 pm
AGES
21 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$80.00 / $100.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Shotokan Pre-Karate

Young children develop flexibility, strength and coordination in safe, fun, yet disciplined activities. Watch your child’s confidence blossom and skills improve while enhancing memory and agility. Uniforms and belt-testing options are available through the instructor. November 4 classes meet at Prairie View CC.
Pre-Karate: Beginner (No Experience)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/9-12/9
4:00 pm- 4:45 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$207.00 / $259.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Pre-Karate: Continuer (1 or more prior sessions)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/9-12/9
4:45 pm- 5:30 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$207.00 / $259.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Pre-Karate: Beginner (No Experience)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/4-12/11
4:00 pm- 4:45 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$221.00 / $276.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Pre-Karate: Continuer (1 or more prior sessions)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/4-12/11
4:50 pm- 5:35 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$221.00 / $276.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Pre-Karate: Intermediate/Advanced (Instructor's permission)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/4-12/11
5:45 pm- 6:30 pm
AGES
4 - 6
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$221.00 / $276.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist

Shotokan Youth/Adult Karate

Offering a good mix of strength training, with cardiovascular and flexibility exercises, students increase their coordination, agility and poise, as well as learn lasting personal safety skills. They also benefit from the mental stimulation of learning the choreographed moves of the kata and the discipline of conforming to the class rules. November 4 classes meet at Prairie View CC.
Youth/Adult Karate: Beginner/Continuer (White-Orange Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/9-12/9
5:30 pm- 6:25 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$207.00 / $259.00
AVAILABILITY
Full
Youth/Adult Karate: Novice/Intermediate (Yellow/Green Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/9-12/9
6:30 pm- 7:25 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$207.00 / $259.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Youth/Adult Karate: Advanced (Purple/Black Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/9-12/9
7:30 pm- 8:25 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$207.00 / $259.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Youth/Adult Karate: Beginner/Continuer (White-Orange Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/4-12/11
6:30 pm- 7:25 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$221.00 / $276.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist
Youth/Adult Karate: Novice/Intermediate (Yellow/Green Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/4-12/11
7:30 pm- 8:25 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$221.00 / $276.00
AVAILABILITY
Full
Youth/Adult Karate: Advanced (Purple/Black Belt)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/4-12/11
8:30 pm- 9:30 pm
AGES
7 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$221.00 / $276.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist

Shotokan Adult Karate

Offering a good mix of strength training, with cardiovascular and flexibility exercises. Students increase their coordination, agility and poise, as well as learn lasting personal safety skills. Students also benefit from the mental stimulation of learning the choreographed moves of the kata and the discipline of conforming to the class rules. 11/4 meets at Prairie View Community Center.
Adult Karate: Advanced (Instructor's Permission)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/9-12/9
8:30 pm- 9:30 pm
AGES
15 - 99
LOCATION
National Park Field House
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$207.00 / $259.00
AVAILABILITY
Waitlist

Martial Arts Club

Young people will have fun, build confidence and whole body fitness, and learn self-defense skills and social-emotional awareness. Safety, personal responsibility and respect for self and others form the foundation of the program, nurturing the black belt leader inside of each student. Beginning and continuing students, grades 1-5 are welcome. For additional information or to order uniforms contact Grandmaster Connelly at info@connellysacademy.com. Uniforms are not required. Belt advancement demonstrations are optional and require additional fees. No classes: 10/14
Martial Arts Club
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/9-12/16
2:30 pm- 3:30 pm
AGES
6 - 12
LOCATION
Highland School
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$210.00 / $210.00
AVAILABILITY
Full

Tae Kwon Do

Tae Kwon Do will help you develop physical, mental and muscular strength, coordination and overall fitness. Instructors: National Tae Kwon Do Academy, Inc. Monday class deadline 9/4/24. Thursday class deadline 9/9/24.
Tae Kwon Do-Kids
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/9-12/16
6:15 pm- 7:15 pm
AGES
8 - 15
LOCATION
Oakton Community Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$171.00 / $214.00
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable
Tae Kwon Do-Adults
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/9-12/16
7:30 pm- 9:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Oakton Community Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$171.00 / $214.00
AVAILABILITY
Unavailable
Tae Kwon Do-Kids
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/12-12/19
6:15 pm- 7:15 pm
AGES
8 - 15
LOCATION
Oakton Community Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$171.00 / $214.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Tae Kwon Do-Adults
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
9/12-12/19
7:30 pm- 9:00 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Oakton Community Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$171.00 / $214.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Filipino Martial Arts (Full Session)

Filipino Martial Arts (November Full Session)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/5-11/26
7:00 pm- 8:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$89.00 / $111.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Filipino Martial Arts (December Full Session)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/3-12/19
7:00 pm- 8:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$77.00 / $96.00
AVAILABILITY
Available

Filipino Martial Arts (Half Session)

Filipino Martial Arts (November Half Session)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
11/5-11/26
7:00 pm- 8:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$51.00 / $64.00
AVAILABILITY
Available
Filipino Martial Arts (December Half Session)
M Tu W Th F Sa Su
12/3-12/19
7:00 pm- 8:30 pm
AGES
16 - 99
LOCATION
Weber Leisure Center
FEES (Res / Non Res)
$51.00 / $64.00
AVAILABILITY
Available


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