$130 · Kickboxing & Boxing Classes @ Glebe Community Centre (GNAG)

Intro to Muay-Thai Kickboxing - Level 1: Muay Thai is a style of kickboxing that is often referred to as the "Art of Eight Limbs" because it combines the use of punches, kicks, elbows and knee strikes. The Intro to Muay Thai class will allow participants to learn the techniques in a progressive and logical way. The training is also intense, fun and safe! The class is perfect for beginners because the focus is on basic fundamentals which emphasize proper stance, movement, punches, kicks, elbows and knee strikes. A typical class will begin with skipping to warm-up followed by shadow boxing (learning technique), partnered drills using Thai pads to improve offensive and defense technique, ending with conditioning drills to work-up a sweat! Equipment is provided such as hand wraps, boxing gloves and Thai Pads (striking shield). Intro to Boxing - Level 1: This class is perfect for beginners! Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of boxing which consists of learning how to properly wrap hands, stance, movement, throw different punches and combinations. This class will focus on also learning various techniques involving defensive & offensive tactics (NOT full contact). The first half of class will begin with a 10 minute warm-up (skipping), followed by learning new skills and practicing with a partner. Then ending the class with a few conditioning drills which may include punching the focus mitt's & a variety of body weight exercises concentrating on core, legs, back & chest. This class welcomes all levels of skill from the beginner to advanced athletes. Equipment is provided (Boxing Gloves, Focus Mitts & Hand Wraps). - Classes start on September 13 - December 20 (13 Classes), $130.00 Limited spots are available. You can register in person at The Glebe Community Center, or by telephone (613-564-1058) or online at www.gnag.ca