Services and Fees

Black's Martial Arts Academy offers classes in Tae-Kwon-Do, self-defense, Gumdo, Filipino fighting sticks, and a variety of martial arts weapons. Tae-Kwon-Do Classes Pee-wee classes (ages 3-6) This program emphasizes basic Tae-Kwon-Do through activities, exercises, and games geared to the younger students.  Students develop concentration, balance, flexibility, coordination, and self-confidence while having fun in a relaxed atmosphere. Kids classes (ages 7-11) This program teaches the techniques of Tae-Kwon-Do, which also includes instructions in self-defense.  Students develop concentration, balance, hand-eye coordination, flexibility, and improve self-confidence. Adult classes (ages 12 to senior adults) This program teaches techniques of Tae-Kwon-Do and self-defense through emphasis on basic kicks, blocks, and punching techniques associated with this form of Korean martial art. Tae-Kwon-Do classes are taught by Master Thomas Black (9th Dan) and other certified black belts.   Students (kids and adults) may choose to come two days a week, or everyday. Tae-Kwon-Do classes are every weekday and Saturdays.   Schedule of Tae-Kwon-Do Classes Mon. 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Kids) 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Adults) Tue. 4:00-4:45 p.m. (Pee-Wees) 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Kids) 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Adults) Wed. 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Kids) 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Adults) Thu. 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Kids/Adults) 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Tournament practice only) Fri. 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Kids) 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Adults) Sat. -- No Classes -- Monthly Fees Pee Wee classes   $40/8-weeks (once a week) Kids/Adults two days a week option Kids/Adults every day option   $45/mo (twice a week)   $60/mo (everyday) For special family package discounts and other questions contact Mrs. Carole Black at:  (618) 351-6209 Weapons Classes Koryo Gumdo (Korean sword art) classes (ages 9 to adult) Gumdo is an ancient sword art from Korea.  It teaches skills to handle the sword and to incorporate mental and spiritual power into life. Filipino Fighting Sticks / Kali classes (ages 12 to adult) This class teaches practical self-defense techniques.  (Sticks are practically everywhere!)  Exercises include single stick, double stick, and practice knife.  Improves hand-eye coordination and develops self-confidence.  It is fun for everyone! Chanbara Sparring classes (ages 12 to adult) This class teaches the techniques of sparring with Chanbara foam swords.  Improves hand-eye coordination and develops self-confidence.  It is fun for everyone! Filipino Fighting Sticks / Kali are taught by Master Bruce Booker (4th Dan).  Schedule of Weapons Classes Mon. 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Chanbara) Tue. 5:30-6:30 p.m. (Gumdo) 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Filipino Fighting Sticks / Kali) Wed.  5:30-6:30 p.m. (Chanbara) 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Chanbara) Thu. 6:30-7:30 p.m. (Filipino Fighting Sticks / Kali) Monthly Fees Gumdo Filipino Fighting Sticks / Kali   $45/mo   $45/mo For special family package discounts and other questions contact Mrs. Carole Black at:  (618) 351-6209

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