Early bird price expires on Mar 03, 2025 at 11:59 PM
Fun with karate and obstacle courses
This course introduces a fun and relaxing way to learn self defense (non-violent, non-sparring). Gain situational awareness/stranger danger, discuss life skills such as self-discipline, self-confidence, anti-violence bully prevention, goal setting, leadership, anger management techniques, etc. Besides learning fundamental building blocks of karate as a martial art, the fitness part of this class will also involve using obstacle courses (CHEC playground) to improve agility, flexibility, and lower and upper body strength. As part of your ninja warrior and fitness training, you will also get the opportunity to experience virtual reality fitness fighting AI ninjas, virtual reality obstacle course, light saber fighting in a star wars VR game, etc
Instructor: Louis Torkornoo
My name is Louis Torkornoo and I'm originally from Ghana in West Africa. I'm a proud alumnus of the University of Virginia (Go Hoos) where I began as an Engineering student but graduated with my Masters in Math Education and Bachelor's in Religious Studies. I recently earned my Education Specialist degree in curriculum and instruction from UVA. As a result of my unique background, experiences, and numerous talents, I've been gifted with the opportunity to serve the youth in more ways than one. I've been in the states for 25years and during that time, I've encountered and shaped lives of young students through different forms. I taught middle school students as a licensed, professional Algebra 1 and Pre-Algebra teacher for 13yrs. I've also served as a Math tutor, Karate instructor, Guitar and Piano teacher, Soccer coach, Sunday school teacher, Christmas Pageant coordinator, Computer coach, SAT Math and college prep instructor, Summer camp counselor, and Talent Show coach. I've also experienced several volunteer opportunities in Charlottesville such as Madison House's Big Sibling Program, Computer 4 Kids, and free tutor. I'm currently part of the folk music team at my church and have been a guitarist and back up pianist for 16yrs. I'm excited to join the CHEC team where I can share my talents and skills with the community's youth help more young students grow as well-rounded individuals.
03/17/2025, 03/24/2025, 04/07/2025, 04/14/2025, 04/21/2025, 04/28/2025, 05/05/2025, 05/12/2025
Participants must be 9 years to 11 years old when the program starts.
Minimum: 6
Maximum: 14
Registration starts on 02/22/2025 and ends on 03/22/2025.
Room: TBD
Please contact Community Homeschool Enrichment Center if you have any questions.