Hudson Community Services: Community Education, School Age Care, Summer Programs

Be safe, be fit and learn to protect yourself and your family! Kempo-Goju Karate is a true self-defense art, incorporating a unique blend of circular and rapid Chinese Kempo with the Japanese Goju-Ryu striking, blocking and traditional forms. These styles mix judo, aikido, jujitsu and jodo (short staff). Kempo-Goju has schools in many places in the US and the world. Classes begin with warm-up exercises and stretching. Beginners will focus on learning the fundamentals of punching, kicking and blocking. Advanced students are taught throws, takedowns, and weapon defense. (Ages 9+ - youth under the age of 9 may be accepted with approval from the instructor)

Beginner Pickleball. Learn the fastest growing sport in America with Gold Medalist instructor Michael Lammer. You will learn how to keep score, how to serve, return serve, play the “No Volley” zone, by participating in specialized drills and instruction on court strategies. The last thirty minutes will include organized play. Discussion about which type of paddle suits you will be done on the first session. Intermediate Pickleball Rapidly improve your pickleball shots, game strategies, and footwork with an emphasis on winning double play. Specific drill play for dunking, spin serves, drop shots, and NVZ lobs will be used to increase your skill level. The last thirty minutes will include organized play emphasizing new skills. See Recreational Facility Use Section below for Open Gym Pickleball options.