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Take the ‘Kaju CrossPIT Challenge’ Join self-defense class, summer athlete program
Get fit and strong with Kajukenbo Arizona’s new PIT Arizona Fitness Challenge, running May 1 through June 14. Participants can eat healthy snacks while mingling with others and PIT Partners at the kick-off event from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wed., May 1 at its Mesa/Tempe location at 2602 W. Baseline Rd., Suite 1, Mesa. Then participants are invited to work out at unlimited CrossPIT classes at either its Mesa location or its Gilbert / Queen Creek location at 3978 E. Chandler Heights Rd., Suite 101, Gilbert. “Many of you may be nervous or hesitant to join us—don’t be! Maybe you have seen a CrossPIT workout and are worried you can’t keep up. Have no fear! CrossPITs are designed to work for everyone. Further, the positive and encouraging atmosphere at Kajukenbo Arizona guarantees you will be free from judgmental and negative influences,” says Sifu Jennifer Corder of Kajukenbo Arizona. This fitness program offers many benefits, including specialized CrossPIT workouts to increase strength, leanness and stamina; personalized nutrition support where participants can choose from meal based or exchange programs, both of which are great for any dietary limitations and preferences; motivation and support to encourage success from
instructors who are also participating and training side-by-side; a private Facebook group for questions, support and motivation; a specialized website and newsletter to give all the information needed to succeed; a PIT swag bag that includes a special edition PIT Shirt, jump rope, measuring tape and more; and special deals and discounts from PIT Partners during the entire program. This unique six-week fitness package is offered for $159 for nonstudents, or $59 for adult students enrolled in traditional Kaju, MMA or CrossPIT programs. Space is limited, so enroll soon.
Defend yourself
Each quarter, the school hosts its self-defense classes for women and children at both locations at no charge; in return they ask for your help in spreading the word about Kajukenbo Arizona. The next self-defense class is Sat. May 4 at both of Kaju AZ’s locations. Classes for children ages 5 years and older begin at 10 a.m., and classes for women ages 14 years and older start at 11:30 a.m. Classes are also held Aug. 17 and Nov. 2. The 60-minute instruction covers a variety of useful and powerful techniques including kicks, strikes, defenses from front grabs, hair pulls, back grabs, arm grabs and even verbal techniques.
Children will increase their awareness of their surroundings, learn new skills and gain confidence. The best way for a child to stop a bully is for that child to feel confident. A self-defense class can give children and teens the self-confidence and enhances the skills they need to walk away from a bully’s challenge without long-lasting damage or, if necessary, defend him or herself. Younger students are welcome to sit in the room during the adult training or are welcome to wait in the adjacent homework rooms. Each student receives a two-week pass to continue training and learn more. Students are encouraged to wear loose fitting athletic wear.
Summer athlete program
Kajukenbo Arizona offers a special summer program for student athletes during the months of June and July called the School Athlete Summer Program. It is open to all students ages 12 and older
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who participate in team sports at school. Each student can join the program at the discounted rate of $50 per month, paid in advance, and invite their coach to attend CrossPIT classes at no charge. Each school that has two or more students participating will receive a donation of $50 per participant from Kajukenbo Arizona for their school’s athletic program. “Summer is definitely a time for students to rest and enjoy a break. However, the transition to fall sports is much easier if the athletes are consistently working out,” explains Head Instructor Kelly Corder. “Our family friendly environments provide old school, hard core workouts that can be accomplished at all fitness levels. Our experience is that student athletes finish summer stronger and with better overall fitness which is a benefit to both athletic and academic programs.” Register online for the Mesa location at: events.constantcontact.com/register/ event?llr=7f8gszjab&oeidk=a07e70sd5vu 569fccc4. Register online for the Gilbert location at: events.constantcontact.com/register/ event?llr=7f8gszjab&oeidk=a07e70sb8uh 10a7ec4d. Kajukenbo Arizona offers practical karate, mixed martial arts and elite fitness for the entire family. Its style is based on a blend of blend of karate, judo, jiu-jitsu, kenpo, kung fu, as well as MMA and ground fighting. For more details, email sifu@kajuaz. com, call 480-755-3008 or visit facebook. com/kajukenboaz or kajuaz.com.
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