Thompson Karate 
Services
Adult/Teen Program (ages 11 and up)
Kids Program (ages 6 - 10)
Traditional Shotokan Karate- Learn basic (Kihon): strikes, punches, kicks, and blocks
- Learn forms (Kata): pre-determined moves or techniques arranged in a set sequence used for testing purposes and applied Shotokan understanding
- Learn sparring (Kumite): know proper spacing and distance to effectually execute techniques ranging from choreographed (light-contact)sparring (Sambon & Ippon Kumite) to free (full-contact) sparring (Jiyu Kumite) (protective gear req.)
- Progress through a traditional belt-ranking system with benchmark tests (white belt through black belt)
Reality-Based Martial Arts /Self-Defense Training
- Grappling: defense against various types of grabs
- Stranger Beware: an age-appropriate self-defense system designed to help children deal with potentially dangerous real-life situations (kids program only)
- Ground Defense: defense for if the fight goes “South” (adult program only)
- Weapons Defense: defense against knives, guns, bats, etc. (adult program only)
- Rape Prevention and Defense: Strategies and Tools to keep yourself safe from attack and what to do if you are attacked (adult program only)
Increased Flexibility and Strength
- Pre-Class and Post-Class Stretching
- Core, Cardio, and, Resistance Training
Increased Mental Balance and Heightened Awareness
- Meditation at the beginning of each class
- Regular Qi Classes with Pressure Point Applications
Days: Wednesdays Kids Class Time: 5:30-6:30 pm
Adult Class Time: 6:45-8:15 pm
Tiger Kick Fit Program (ages 3-5)
Tiger Kick Fit (TKF) is a martial arts program specifically designed for children ages 3-5 years old. Through the use of fun activities and games, TKF helps children become more physically fit, learn basic karate techniques, and develop more self-confidence and better self-esteem. In addition to increased fitness, children gain academic benefits through the use of the developmentally-appropriate manipulative, SmartShield, which helps students identify:
- Shapes
- Colors
- Letters
Students are also taught “Stranger Beware”, an age-appropriate self-defense system designed to help children deal with potentially dangerous real-life situations.
Children wear traditional karate uniforms and progress through a modified belt-ranking system. With the completion of the TKF program, children gain a better sense of self-awareness, become better prepared to enter a formal martial arts program, and acquire valuable life skills that will help them in all aspects of their lives.
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Days: Tuesdays Time: 2:00-2:45pm
Testimonials:
Not all karate classes are created equal and the same goes for karate instructors. We are therefore very fortunate to have found Sensei Dana after quite a search for our active only child with a big personality. In a positive, nurturing, no-frills-or-shenanigans environment, Sensei Dana’s instruction style brings out the best in children. She is patient; she is caring; she is upbeat…and most of all Sensei Dana understands their needs and their limits – even when they have big personalities!
Our boy thrives under her tutelage learning martial arts techniques one punch and kick at a time. He is so proud that he is already breaking boards! He looks forward to his karate lesson every week because Sensei Dana makes the learning experience fun for him. (When he wanted to take his preschool class mascot to his lesson, Sensei Dana customized the lesson to include Schneeball.) It came as no surprise to us therefore to learn that his Sensei has become his friend and confidant - he can’t wait to tell her about all the injustices he has been made to suffer since their last meeting!
We cannot recommend Sensei Dana Thompson highly enough. She is truly the crème de la crème.
- Brett & Praveenä
Santa Monica
"Sensei Dana is incredible with children. Her teaching style builds confidence and motivates through positive reinforcement. The kids are very respectful towards her because she respects them. My son is so proud of the skills he is learning that he practices them spontaneously and often. I say, 'excellent teacher, excellent class!' "
Rachel Kelley