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Self Defense

Self Defense is one of the world’s oldest methods of fitness of both the body and mind. Here at Brickhouse Gym, we offer Isshinryu Karate Kai, which teaches students a popular form of martial arts that stresses mental clarity as much as physical strength.

Texas Isshinryu Karate Kai

Isshinryu Karate is an authentic martial art stemming from Okinawa, the birthplace of Karate. Seasoned instructor Kyoshi Robert Kristensen, a 7th Degree Black Belt with 30 years experience, strives to uphold this tradition through hard work and discipline.

Not only is Isshinryu Karate an excellent workout for all ages, but it offers the best of traditional karate for modern day life. A student will develop many skills, including:

• Better focus, discipline, confidence, coordination, and balance
• Self control, perseverance, and leadership skills
• Practical self defense for modern day situations
• Improved total body fitness – strength, cardio, flexibility

All Classes are taught by Hall of Fame and World Champion Black Belts. TIKK has received honors, including being rated #1 School by Isshinryu Hall of Fame and Asion World of Martial Arts. For more information, visit www.txikk.com or call 940-390-0192.

Isshinryu philosophy is built around six main areas of practice to make up a comprehensive program. This program includes:

• Physical readiness
• Basics
• Kata (prearranged fighting forms)
• Kumite
• Weapons
• Self-Defense

The Brickhouse Gym offers Isshinryu Karate classes during the following times:

Tuesdays	Juniors & Seniors	7:30-9:00 PM
Thursdays	Juniors	6:30-7:30 PM
	Seniors	7:30-9:00 PM
Saturdays	Juniors & Seniors	10:15-11:15 AM