Acquire increased self-esteem, self-respect, and self-discipline while developing strong minds, bodies, and spirits. All classes Level II and higher require approved uniform and safety equipment. The class is taught in a safe and structured environment.
Adaptive Karate
Students with disabilities learn how to overcome challenges by utilizing their strengths and improving their weaknesses. Participants also develop a strong mind, body and spirit while increasing self-confidence, self-worth, and self-reliance.
Ages 6-11: Parents are required to participate with child.
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Lil' Tiger Karate
- ALL NEW STUDENTS MUST TAKE LIL' TIGER 1
- Level I class requires a parent
- Lil' Tiger II Ranks: White, White w/Yellow Stripe, White w/ Orange Stripe
- Lil' Tiger III Ranks: White w/Green, White w/Blue, White w/Purple, White w/Brown
- **No cell phones allowed during class**
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Jr. Dragon Karate
- ALL NEW STUDENTS 6+ MUST TAKE JR. DRAGON 1
- Jr Dragon 2 Ranks: White, Yellow w/ White, Yellow, Orange and all Lil' Tiger rank moving up to this class.
- Jr Dragon 3 Ranks: Green, Blue, Purple, Purple w/ Black.
- Jr Dragon 4/Black Belt Rank: All Brown and Jr. Black levels.
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Jr. Dragon 1 (Fall 2)
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6y - 13y
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11/10/2025 - 01/12/2026
05:15 PM - 06:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$105.00 Res, $125.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 2 (Fall 2)
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6y - 13y
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TuTh
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11/13/2025 - 01/22/2026
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 3 (Fall 2)
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6y - 13y
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N/A
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MW
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11/10/2025 - 01/21/2026
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 4/Jr. Black Belt (Fall 2)
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6y - 13y
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TuTh
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11/13/2025 - 01/22/2026
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 1 (Winter)
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6y - 13y
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02/02/2026 - 03/30/2026
05:15 PM - 06:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$105.00 Res, $125.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 2 (Winter)
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6y - 13y
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TuTh
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02/03/2026 - 03/31/2026
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 3 (Winter)
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6y - 13y
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MW
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02/02/2026 - 03/30/2026
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 4/Jr. Black Belt (Winter)
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6y - 13y
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TuTh
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02/03/2026 - 04/02/2026
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 1 (Spring)
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6y - 13y
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04/20/2026 - 06/15/2026
05:15 PM - 06:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$105.00 Res, $125.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 2 (Spring)
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6y - 13y
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TuTh
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04/21/2026 - 06/16/2026
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 3 (Spring)
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6y - 13y
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MW
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04/20/2026 - 06/15/2026
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
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Jr. Dragon 4/Jr. Black Belt (Spring)
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6y - 13y
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TuTh
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04/21/2026 - 06/16/2026
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym
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$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
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Black Belt Karate
- Black Belt ranks requirements: Brown w/white stripe or higher
- Ages: 13 and older
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Beginner/Intermediate Karate
- Ranks: White belt (all beginners) through Purple with Black.
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Senior Karate
Students ages 55+ receive an introduction to traditional karate-do taught in a safe and structured manner catering to every student's personal needs. Students learn basic karate techniques and fundamentals for self-protection which strengthens them mentally and physically. Mobility and stretching is a consistent part of class also. Must have Sensei Ralph's approval to move up.
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Yamanni Ryu Kobudo
- Students learn fundamentals of kobudo (traditional weapons) which include basics, basics with movement, Hojo undo and kata.
- All participants must be approved by Sensei Ralph to join the class.
- All participants must have their own Bo staff or pair of Sai which must be pre-approved by Sensei Ralph.
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Karate Grading
- Lil' Tiger grading (belt testing) Levels II and III. Test takes approximately 30 mins.
- Jr. Dragons, Jr. Black Belt, Black Belt and Adults: All students must wear their dogi and have all the necessary safety equipment required for their rank
- Students age 6 and older Level II and higher will be dismissed based on their level requirements
- Lower rank students will be dismissed upon completion of their test
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New Year's Karate Training
Okinawa has a tradition of bringing in a new year with hard training. The Okinawan Karate-ka believes that whatever you do on the first of the year creates a good habit for the entire year. This is a training session for all students.
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