Aikido, judo, and karate for kids and adults
Aikido
The goal of Aikido training is to harmonize with the flow of universal energy (also known as “ki”) and improve one’s character. Aikido focuses on self-defense, mind/body coordination, discipline, awareness, concentration, confidence, and respect. Available at the Kalihi Y for ages 6 and up and Nu‘uanu Y for ages 4-17.
Judo
With an emphasis on fun and physical activity, judo provides a means for learning and improving one’s self-discipline, character, self-defense, and physical endurance. Available at the Kaimuki-Waialae Y for ages 8 and up and Mililani Y for ages 6 and up.
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu is a predominantly ground-based martial art, using the principles of leverage, angles, pressure, and timing, as well as knowledge of the human anatomy, to achieve a non-violent submission of one’s opponent. Available at the Nu‘uanu Y for ages 4 and up, on Sundays, 9:30 am - 11 am. Fee is $60 per month for Y members, otherwise $80 per month.
Karate
Karate helps increase confidence and discipline, improve concentration, build good sportsmanship and character, improve coordination, reflexes, and overall fitness. Shotokan karate is available at the Mililani-West Oahu Y for ages 6 and up. Beginner and intermediate karate is available at the Nu‘uanu Y for ages 4-17.
Aikido
The goal of Aikido training is to harmonize with the flow of universal energy (also known as “ki”) and improve one’s character. Aikido focuses on self-defense, mind/body coordination, discipline, awareness, concentration, confidence, and respect. Available at the Kalihi Y for ages 6 and up and Nu‘uanu Y for ages 4-17.
Judo
With an emphasis on fun and physical activity, judo provides a means for learning and improving one’s self-discipline, character, self-defense, and physical endurance. Available at the Kaimuki-Waialae Y for ages 8 and up and Mililani Y for ages 6 and up.
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu is a predominantly ground-based martial art, using the principles of leverage, angles, pressure, and timing, as well as knowledge of the human anatomy, to achieve a non-violent submission of one’s opponent. Available at the Nu‘uanu Y for ages 4 and up, on Sundays, 9:30 am - 11 am. Fee is $60 per month for Y members, otherwise $80 per month.
Karate
Karate helps increase confidence and discipline, improve concentration, build good sportsmanship and character, improve coordination, reflexes, and overall fitness. Shotokan karate is available at the Mililani-West Oahu Y for ages 6 and up. Beginner and intermediate karate is available at the Nu‘uanu Y for ages 4-17.