The Master's Class

A class for experienced members who have physical restrictions that have kept them from training. Sensei Luft expressed a need “for a place to go after practicing competitively for many years.” “It has been my thoughts for a long time that we need to have a non-competitive class for these experienced players…a class that would not emphasize low stances and would not have mandatory sparring.” Sensei also mentioned that many people leave the sport – as they get older – because of lack of desire to spar with younger players.

Qualities of the class:

Basic kata
Higher stances
No mandatory sparring
No pressure
No required testing
Emphasis on flexibility and conditioning

 

Class instructor Vilko Green, 3rd Dan JKA

“Age limitations give us an opportunity to work on other aspects of Karate. We can improve posture, timing, awareness, balance and coordination.”