Martial Arts

instructor demonstrating a punch

Learn a martial art for fitness, self-defense, or self-confidence. All of our instructors are professionals of high rank, with many years of practice and experience behind them.

Aikido  Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Enshin Karate  Eskrima  Kendo  Muay Thai  Tai Chi  Women's Self Defense  

Aikido

Aikido is the highest form of non-violent self-defense where the defender joins forces with their attacker to neutralize attacks without injuring either person. This training integrates mind, body and spirit to create harmony and justice without violence. All abilities welcome, and no experience necessary.

Returning fall 2025!

woman tossing a male instructor in an aikido class

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the single most effective martial art you can learn for self-defense. It relies on leverage and joint manipulation to help you defeat a much larger opponent. These classes are taught by Brian Scott, a multi-time world, national and state champion.

Level 1

  • Dates: May 19-Aug. 8
  • Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
  • Times: 3-4 p.m.
  • Fee: $45 for members, $55 for non-members 

Registration opens May 1

Level 2

  • Dates: May 20-Aug. 9
  • Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
  • Times: 3-4 p.m.
  • Fee: $45 for members, $55 for non-members 

Registration opens May 1

Muay Thai II

Enshin Karate

Enshin karate enables participants to switch from defense to offense, while utilizing devastating blocks, kicks and punches. This form of martial arts emphasizes flexibility, power and speed.

Offering 1

  • Dates: May 19-Aug. 8
  • Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
  • Times: 6-7:30 p.m.
  • Location: Rec Center, Mat Room
  • Fee: $95 for members, $110 for non-members 

Registration opens May 1 

a karate class punching

Eskrima

Doce Pares Eskrima is a Filipino martial art that focuses on stick fighting. This class will cover single stick, double stick and empty hand techniques, taught through partner drills in a safe and friendly manner. This class is great for all experience levels and abilities.

Eskrima participants must purchase a $15 fighting stick, available through the instructor.

Returning fall 2025!

man wielding two narrow sticks as weapons

Kendo

Kendo is the Japanese art of fencing and is one of the oldest forms of martial arts in Japan. Kendo's long history and cultural roots embraces not only physical power but a deep mental training and philosophical outlook on life.

Returning fall 2025!

 

student in full protective garb holding a kendo stick

Muay Thai 

Muay Thai style kickboxing uses boxing, elbow strikes, knee strikes and kicks against opponents. Practicing Muay Thai can reduce stress while improving cardiovascular fitness, strength and self-defense skills.

Level 1: Provides a foundation for practicing Muay Thai.
Level 2: Takes existing Muay Thai skills to the next level.

Level 1

  • Dates: May 19-Aug. 8
  • Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
  • Times:​ 4:15-5:15 p.m.
  • Location: Rec Center, Mat Room
  • Fee: $45 for members, $55 for non-members

Registration opens May 1 

Level 2

  • Dates: May 20-Aug. 9
  • Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
  • Times:​ 4:15-5:15 p.m.
  • Location: Rec Center, Mat Room
  • Fee: $45 for members, $55 for non-members

Registration opens May 1 

cu student kicking a punching bag

Tai Chi

Tai Chi helps to reduce stress, increase physical and mental balance and strengthen the immune system. You will find serenity through flowing movements and breath work. Take time from your busy schedule to reconnect and center yourself.

Returning fall 2025!

students doing tai chi

Women's Self Defense

Learn empowering and effective verbal and physical skills designed to increase personal safety and confidence in a wide range of real-life scenarios, including assault or sexual violence by intimate partners, dates, acquaintances or strangers. This class will include interactive discussions and hands-on practice to increase awareness of potential threats, enhance verbal and physical boundaries and provide techniques for managing fear, anxiety and stress. All expressions of the female and non-binary identity are welcome. No experience necessary.

Offering 1

  • Dates: May 20-June 24
  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Times: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Location: Rec Center, Mat Room
  • Fee: $15

Registration opens May 1

Offering 2

  • Dates: July 7-Aug. 5
  • Days: Tuesdays
  • Times: 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Location: Rec Center, Mat Room
  • Fee: $15

Registration opens May 1

woman kneeing a punching bag held by an instructor