Bouchard's Karate Academy  /  295 Lake Road, Suite 3, Norway, ME 04268  /  (207) 890-9476
Programs

“A black belt is simply a
white belt who never quit.”

KICKS the Kangaroo is
our school mascot!
He helps promote the
fundamentals of respect,
confidence, and kindness
to children at our
KICKS seminars!

Adult Classes:
Traditional Okinawan Kenpo adapted to today's lifestyle. The adult program is for anyone age 12 and up. You do not need to be flexible or in perfect health. We teach Karate in a safe, friendly environment and everyone learns at their own pace. You will learn traditional Karate as well as street safe self-defense and ground and weapon defense. It is a fun way to get in shape or keep in shape and learn valuable self-defense techniques. Please feel free to stop by and watch a class at any time.

Children's Classes:
There are no bench warmers in our dojo. Each child progresses at his/her individual level. Positive reinforcement is practiced at our school. At BKA we build on the morals and values that you work so hard to instill in your child. We encourage the children to always work to their full abilities whether it be at Karate, at school or any other activity. Please feel free to stop by and watch a class at any time.

“Little Roos” Toddler Classes:
An ideal way to get your child started on the path of focus that karate offers. "Little Roos" will teach your toddler how to pay attention, be courteous, show respect, develop reflex functions and have fun while learning the basics of beginners' karate. This toddler program has its own belt system; When your toddler graduates, he or she will transfer up to the children's curriculum as a gold belt!

NEW Senior Citizen Classes:
You're never too old to learn the martial arts! The seniors program is designed for people age 65 and up. You do not need to be flexible or in perfect health. We teach Karate in a safe, friendly environment and everyone learns at their own pace. You will learn traditional Karate and earn belts as you improve flexibility, stamina, mental focus, and overall vitality.

K.I.C.K.S. (or, “Kids In Control Keep Safe”):
“Kids In Control Keep Safe” is the motto of this seminar series, which we take to your location of choice. This is an informative and exciting tool for classrooms, school assemblies, children's clubs and organizations. Kids are sure to be so riveted by K.I.C.K.S., they won't realize they're learning valuable tools for staying safe in today's big, scary world. Age-appropriate programs include Basic and Advanced Child Safety, “The Anti-Bully Recipe” (ages 5-12), and “Choices and Consequences” (age 13 and up). Every seminar includes an exciting board-breaking demonstration at the end. Download our brochure for detailed synopsis information.

Womens' Self-Defense Seminars:
Real self defense that works for women taught by a woman. Dates for these seminars will be announced on our homepage.

Board-Breaking Seminars (or, “Trial by Wood”):
Learn focus through this mind-over-matter technique. Students ages 6 and above who want to can attend these clinics and learn the art of Tamashiwari.

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