Kids Karate – Kifaru Martial Arts Presents
Karate classes for ages 4 to 12 during the 2025-2026 school year. Kifaru is a martial art that emphasizes self defense with real world application. The founder of the Kifaru was law enforcement, as well as many of his higher blackbelts. The foundation of the system is a blend of Shotokan, Kempo, and Kong-Soo-Do, as well as Judo and Jujitsu. The student will also develop discipline, self-confidence, and their physical fitness level. The practitioner can also utilize their skills at local, national, and world Karate Tournaments. Your instructor is Sensei Carl A. Davis Jr., 3rd Degree blackbelt. He is a current NASKA Karate Tournament official with martial arts experience dating back to 1992. He has trained under world renowned instructors to include Steve Muhammed and Donnie Williams (“Enter the Dragon”), Tadashi Yamashita (“American Ninja”), Sultan Uddin (Mortal Kombat: Annihilation), and Darryl Vidal (“The Karate Kid”; “Cobra Kai”)
DAY: Mondays 4:15-5:15pm / Friday 5:30-6:30pm Starting November 3rd
AGES: 13 and Under – All skill levels
PLACE: Hartsfield Y GXR – 3507 Amazonas
FEE (monthly): $50 Y-member; $70 Non-member
OPEN HOUSE: October 25th – 11:30-1:00pm, Hartsfield YMCA GXR Room
Tae Kwon Do – Adults
Learn traditional Tae Kwon Do techniques, and ways to apply those techniques in free form sparring matches. We practice open style Tae Kwon Do, focusing on traditional techniques, Poomse (forms), and sport karate sparring. Our training builds self confidence, discipline, physical fitness, and self defense capabilities. Advance through the respective belt levels to earn up to the highest rank. Your head instructor will be Brad Spraggs, 6th Dan (6th Degree Black Belt). Brad will be assisted by Sasha Vasco, 4th Dan (4th Degree Black Belt).
DAY: Tuesdays (starting September 9)
TIME: 7-8:30 p.m.
AGES: 13 and Older – All skill levels
PLACE: Hartsfield Y MPR – 3507 Amazonas
FEE (monthly): $30 Y-member; $50 Non-member
