Summer Guide 2025

Martial Arts

Supervisor: Bob Russo | (847) 428-7131 x1204 | brusso@dtpd.org

Class equipment and uniforms may be ordered through the instructor if you choose to purchase them.

Isshinryu Karate 4 years & older Isshinryu classes are taught by black belt instructors Rick Fryer (youth classes) and John Shaw (adult classes). Instruction includes proper punching and kicking techniques, along with mental discipline, confidence, coordination, and muscle tone development. Participants must follow class rules and show respect to instructors. An initial informational session will cover expectations and rules, with parents encouraged to attend. Those who decide not to continue after the first or second class will receive a full refund. Contractual Beginners: Ages 4-8 35360-01 July 9-Aug. 27 W/6:00-7:00 pm $68(R)/$88(NR) RA Beginners/Advanced: Ages 9-16 35360-03 July 9-Aug. 27 W/7:00-8:00 pm $68(R)/$88(NR) RA Advanced: Ages 16+ 35360-04 July 10-Aug. 28 Th/6:15-8:00 pm $100(R)/$120(NR) RA

Kodokan Judo 7 years & older Build your strength, agility, and self-confidence by enrolling in one of these Judo classes. Judo sharp ens mental and physical discipline and can be a means of learning self-defense. Instructor Roxanne C. Miller has more than thirty years of experience teaching Judo classes. Classes will focus on the proper technique of falling, throwing and pinning. Beginner Ages 7+ 35374-01 June 7-Aug. 30* Sa/10:00-11:00 am Advanced 35374-03 June 5-Aug. 28* Th/6:00-7:00 pm $96(R)/$116(NR) RA 35374-02 June 7-Aug. 30* Sa/11:15 am-12:15 pm $96(R)/$116(NR) RA *No Class: 7/3, 7/5 $96(R)/$116(NR) RA

Summer

Ages

Level-Belt

Program #

Time

Fee R/NR

Location

4-6 Years

Pre-Karate Beginner No experience-1 session Pre-Karate Continuer 2+ sessions or Instr. Perm. Beginner/Continuer White - Red Belts Novice/Intermediate Orange - Green Belts Advanced Low Purple - Black Belts Pre-Karate Beginner/Continuer Beginner/Continuer White - Red Belts Intermediate Orange - Green Belts

35370-01 4:20-5:05 pm

RORC

Tuesdays June 10-Aug. 19

35370-02 5:10-5:55 pm

7 Years & Older Youth/Adult

35370-03 6:30-7:25 pm

$168/$188

35370-04 7:30-8:25 pm

LE

35370-05 8:30-9:30 pm

4-6 Years

35372-01 5:00-5:45 pm

Thursdays June 12-Aug. 21

7 Years & Older Youth/Adult

$168/$188

35372-03 6:00-6:55 pm

MBCL

35372-04 7:00-7:55 pm

Pagoda Martial Arts System

Advanced Purple - Black Belts

35372-05 8:00-9:15 pm $190/$210

13 years & older The Pagoda System is a unique blend of several

martial arts styles aimed at providing a complete system cover ing all ranges of self defense. This program was developed for teens and adults to gain practical self defense skills, physical fitness, and confidence in their ability to protect themselves. All classes are taught by Dr. Jeremy Butler, Sensei. Sensei Jere my is a black belt in the Pagoda System with over 20 years of teaching experience. Classes will include basic defense, strikes, joint locks, takedowns, and ground techniques. Beginners are encouraged to register. 35350-01 June 3-Aug. 9 Tu/6:00-7:00 pm $150(R)/$190(NR) RA Sa/9:00-10:00 am *No Class: 7/1, 7/5

Shotokan Karate 4 years & older All classes are taught by instructors from the Illinois Shotokan Karate Club, under the direction of John DiPasquale, a four-time National Champion, and President of the American Shotokan Karate Association. Karate offers 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. Contractual Come to class wearing comfortable clothing (Ex. T-shirt and sweat pants or shorts). After the first few classes, it is highly recommended that you begin wearing an Illinois Shotokan Karate Club approved karate gi and belt for class. You may order a gi from your instructor in class. The cost of our standard uniform is $59 which includes the white pants, top, belt and a club patch. We accept cash or checks. No credit cards.

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