Martial arts is a system of learning how to use your body efficiently with the main purpose for self-defense. The Ryukyu Kempo was developed over centuries of time on the island of Okinawa. The practice of karate develops speed, balance, strength, and coordination. As you advance, self-defense techniques are added for your personal protection. The more advanced is based on Kyusho-jutsu a system of fighting passed on acupressure. Monte Adams is the lead instructor who has practiced martial arts since 2006 and has a rank of 4th degree Black belt.

If you have a household membership, martial arts are included free of charge to the youth on the membership. The complimentary registration is not available online; please call the YMCA at 419-332-9622 to sign up your youth.