Karate

After-school karate classes are offered during the school year. We are also exploring launching a teen class in the Fall.

Karate-Do, which translates to “The Way of the Empty Hand,” is an unarmed method of self-defense. Training involves perfecting movements through careful practice and attentiveness to one’s own body and mind. A well-trained martial artist carries oneself with confidence and poise, is aware in his or her own body, and can bring one’s own body, mind, and emotions under control.

Our classes are held in the barn. Children are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes suitable for physical activity.

The house is open for drop-off as early as 3:45, and for pickup as late as 5:30. We are currently running a class for children age 6 and up.

Classes are taught by Brian Barry, who has been practicing karate since 1999 and holds a fifth degree black belt in Uechi-ryu Karate-Do. Like everything else we offer to children at St. Nicholas House, classes are offered free of charge.

For inquiries into availability, or other questions, email brian@saintnicholashouse.org or call 603-714-5615.