Our Curriculum

Klotz Institute of Karate  Basic Motion

Basic Motion

These are the building blocks for all the other areas of martial arts training.

Students begin by mastering stationary skills such as stances, blocks, and strikes. As they progress, they then learn to combine these skills into fluid sequences, enhancing their overall technique and coordination.

Klotz Institute of Karate  Katas

Katas

Students use their skills from basic motion and learn a memorized pattern.

They practice a detailed, choreographed sequence of martial arts movements, which can be reviewed both individually and in groups during training sessions. This approach not only helps students memorize the movements but also perfects their execution. Each belt rank includes two katas, offering structured progression and refinement of techniques.

Klotz Institute of Karate  One-Step

One-Step

This a pre-arranged attack and defense drill.

Students learn to respond to specific stimuli, focusing on spacing, footwork, and effective counter-attacks. As they advance, they also begin to learn takedowns and sweeps, starting at the green belt level.

Klotz Institute of Karate  Ju-jitsu

Ju-jitsu

Students learn how to break out of various chokes and grabs.

Each belt rank includes a specific set of defensive techniques. As students advance, they also receive training in submission holds, sweeps, and takedowns, beginning at the green belt level.

Klotz Institute of Karate  Free Sparring

Free Sparring

This is an area where students put all of their skills together with another student.

They use their kicks, punches, and blocks in dynamic practice sessions. Proper safety equipment is required at specific belt ranks to ensure a safe and effective sparring experience.

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Klotz Institute of Karate warmly welcomes nearby communities to join us for top-notch martial arts training.

If you’re in Bowie or the surrounding areas like Crofton, Glendale, and Mitchellville, visit us today in West Bowie Village! For those in Columbia, Clarksville, Laurel, Elkridge, and beyond, our dojo beside the Firestone is ready to help you embark on your martial arts journey.