MARTIAL ARTS - Martial Arts classes are a fun and exciting way to get and stay fit. Our programs are appropriate for beginners as well as those who have experience. “Contact” and “non-contact” martial arts classes are available. Give one of our Martial Arts programs a try! They can help you to improve your mind, body and sprirt.
“NON-CONTACT” MARTIAL ARTS AT THE FITNESS CENTER
White Tiger Tae Kwon Do
Tae Kwon Do is our non-contact martial arts program suitable for both young and adult individuals. This Tae Kwon Do program is presented by Master Louis Thursh of White Tiger Tae Kwon Do. Master Thursh is an 8th degree Black Belt and Chief Master instructor. He has over twenty five years of various martial arts training focusing primarily in the styles of Tae Kwon Do, Hap Ki Do, and Chin Na.
Questions and Sign-Up
Questions should be directed to Master Thursh at 217.714.1162 Sign-up is accomplished at The Fitness Center in Champaign or Tuscola. Further information is available at www.wtigertkd.com
“CONTACT” MARTIAL ARTS AT THE FITNESS CENTER
McVicker’s Martial Arts Academy
McVicker’s Martial Arts Academy teaches the concepts of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Jeet Kune Do. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is a “grappling” art which teaches joint locks, chokes and throws. It was developed by the Brazilians to be used in situations where the opponent may be larger, heavier, and much stronger. Jeet Kune Do concepts were developed by Bruce Lee after a lifetime of studying 26 different disciplines of martial arts, ranging from western boxing to Kali knife fighting. Combining the useful portions of each art, Lee produced an ever-evolving system that teaches the student to use every aspect of his or her body in a fight.McVicker’s Martial Arts Academy www.jackmcvicker.com
Instructor Profile
Jack McVicker graduated from Indiana State University in 1994 with a degree in criminology. Having trained in a number of different disciplines of martial arts since the age of 13, he has dedicated his life to teaching others and helping each person maximize his or her own unique skills and attributes so that his art works for them – on an individual basis.
Jack is a certified full instructor of Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Martial Arts. and a member of the US Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu team. Over the years, Jack has competed internationally, as well as nationally and has won many tournaments. In addition, Jack is a 2nd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and a black belt in Hap Ki Do.
Sign-up is directly through Jack McVicker. You can reach Jack at (812) 460-0958. Private lessons are also available.
