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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.
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Adaptive Karate (Fall 2) 
12y and up N/A Th  11/14/2024 - 01/16/2025
04:45 PM - 05:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$70.00 Res, $90.00 Non-Res

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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Lil' Tiger 1 w/Parent (Fall 2) 
3y - 5y N/A M  11/18/2024 - 01/13/2025
04:45 PM - 05:15 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$59.00 Res, $79.00 Non-Res
 
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Lil' Tiger 2 (Fall 2) 
3y - 5y N/A Tu  11/12/2024 - 01/14/2025
05:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$59.00 Res, $79.00 Non-Res
 
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Lil' Tiger 3 (Fall 2) 
3y - 5y N/A W  11/13/2024 - 01/22/2025
05:15 PM - 06:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$105.00 Res, $125.00 Non-Res

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) 
6y - 13y N/A M  11/18/2024 - 01/13/2025
05:15 PM - 06:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$105.00 Res, $125.00 Non-Res
 
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Jr. Dragon 2 (Fall 2) 
6y - 13y N/A TuTh  11/12/2024 - 01/21/2025
05:30 PM - 06:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
 
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Jr. Dragon 3 (Fall 2) 
6y - 13y N/A MW  11/13/2024 - 01/22/2025
06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
 
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Jr. Dragon 4/Jr. Black Belt (Fall 2) 
6y - 13y N/A TuTh  11/12/2024 - 01/21/2025
06:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res

Black Belt Karate
  • Black Belt ranks requirements: Brown w/white stripe or higher
  • Ages: 13 and older
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Black Belt Karate (Fall 2) 
13y and up N/A TuTh  11/12/2024 - 01/21/2025
07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$200.00 Res, $220.00 Non-Res

Beginner/Intermediate Karate
  • Ranks: White belt (all beginners) through Purple with Black.
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Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Noon)(Fall 2) 
13y and up N/A MW  11/13/2024 - 01/22/2025
12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res
 
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Beginner/Intermediate Karate (Evening)(Fall 2) 
13y and up N/A MW  11/13/2024 - 01/22/2025
07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$135.00 Res, $155.00 Non-Res

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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Senior Karate (Fall 2) 
55y and up N/A MW  11/13/2024 - 01/22/2025
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$65.00 Res, $85.00 Non-Res

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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Bo-Jutsu (Fall 2) 
9y and up N/A M  11/18/2024 - 01/13/2025
08:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$35.00 Res, $55.00 Non-Res
 
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Sai-Jutsu (Fall 2) 
9y and up N/A M  11/18/2024 - 01/13/2025
08:30 PM - 09:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$35.00 Res, $55.00 Non-Res

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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Lil' Tiger Grading (Fall 2) 
3y - 6y N/A Tu  12/03/2024
05:30 PM - 06:00 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res
 
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Ages 6+ Grading (Fall 2) 
6y and up N/A Tu  12/03/2024
06:15 PM - 08:15 PM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res

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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New Year's Karate 3-5 yrs (2025) 
3y - 5y N/A W  01/01/2025
08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$5.00 Res, $15.00 Non-Res
 
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New Year's Karate 6+ yrs (2025) 
6y and up N/A W  01/01/2025
08:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Groton Community Center - Multi-Purpose Gym 		$10.00 Res, $20.00 Non-Res

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