The Black Belt Tae Kwon Do Academy is located in the El Adobe Plaza. Master Rafael Sanchez is the owner and chief instructor who has close to two decades of experience in the martial arts. He moved to this area in 2005 and developed the Academy.
Sanchez works with children to develop the respect and discipline the martial arts require. The Academy is host to popular birthday celebrations and other special events. There are adult and family classes and Sanchez invites interested parties to come for a free trial workout.
This shopping center is filled with stores that cater to the Spanish-speaking population of San Juan Capistrano. Classes are conducted in both Spanish and English.
Dave Kregel brings more than 35 years of tennis experience to his tennis center, which is located in the Santa Venetia area of San Rafael. The Dave Kregel Tennis Center has been in operations for more than 20 years. The center offers both private and group lessons. A summer tennis camp is also offered for children from ages 6 to 15. This facility offers hours into the evenings, as their tennis courts are equipped with lights.
Specializing in the Korean martial arts of Tang Soo Do and Hapkido, the Center for Martial Arts provides classes for children, teens and adults. Tang Soo Do relies on kicks and strikes, while Hapkido focuses more on joint manipulation and misdirection. The dojo's instructors must pass weekly training sessions in order to lead classes.
This is the original location of Dawn Barnes Karate Kids, specializing in martial arts classes for children from 2 to 17 years old. The technique taught here is Gozen, which means "morning time" and "in front of you," and was developed by Barnes specifically for kids. Programs are divided according to age, with Karate Kitties parent/child classes for 2- to 3-year-olds, Tiger Tots, Lions, Dragons, the invitation-only Black Belt Club and the Master's Class for Black Belts. The certified instructors use a love-based and age-appropriate teaching method to ensure confidence and success for students. Kids with special needs are welcome. Birthday Parties can be celebrated here, which include instruction and goodies. Mobile birthday parties are available, as well.
Recreation Park features a variety of activities for the entire family to enjoy. This include 9- and 18-hole golf courses, a pro shop, tennis courts, a lawn bowling green, athletic fields and a community center.
My Gym is a children's fitness center located near the intersection of Sepulveda Boulevard and 18th Street. Open since 2006, the center offers age-appropriate classes for children aged 7 months to 13 years, and hosts fun birthday parties on the weekends. For more information about the fitness center, visit the My Gym Web site.
Rodness' Martial Arts Center is a family-friendly martial arts center which has many programs for families and all ages to participate in. This center offers a fun environment with many different classes, including Tae Kwon Do for adults and children, Kali, Brazilian Jujitsu, and Little Dragons. The classes help children and adults focus, as well as build confidence, balance, flexibility, and character.
Redwood Empire Gymnastics is a locally owned and operated school for tumbling and gymnastics, creative dance and trampoline. Its students range in age from preschool to adults. Summer day camps and birthday parties for kids are available, too. Visit Redwood Empire's website for a schedule of classes.
B Street Boxing offers boxing and mixed-martial arts classes for children, teens and adults. Owned by Eddie Croft, the studio offers instructors who are professional, experienced and friendly. Classes include boxing, muay thai, kickboxing, Brazilian jiu jitsu, ken zen do and yoga. The studio also hosts amateur and professional boxing events.
Nor Cal JKD Kali Academy is headed by Brenda King, who has been training in martial arts for more than 30 years and teaching for more than 20. The academy welcomes kids, teens and adults, offering classes for Jeet Kune Do, Kali, self-defense, rise & shine cardio, high-intensity training, edged weapons, combat submission wrestling, among others. They take place in groups, private, or seminars.
