Join Carlos for a Martial Arts class outside in nature! Students will get fit while they practice the fundamentals of breathing, various stances, falling, blocks, and strikes, as well as mindfulness and wilderness skills. This class runs for 8 sessions on Wednesdays from July 8 to September 2. There is NO CLASS on July 15th. Please be sure to arrive, ready to begin class at 3:15. Most days class will likely begin with a walk on our trails, so it’s important to arrive on time. For ages 8 to 17.

Items to bring/wear to class:

• Natural bug spray

• Sunblock

• Water

• Comfortable breathable clothing, including pants (to help protect legs from scratchy foliage and insect bites, including ticks)

• Close-toed shoes

• Any needed medications

• Small pack to carry personal items

Class dates: July 8, July 22, July 29, August 5, August 12, August 19, August 26, September 2.

COVID GUIDELINES:

We have thoroughly reviewed the State recommendations for COVID-19 and are putting the following protocols in place. Fortunately, our program is completely outdoors with no surface contact, and based on current research, transmission is rare in outdoor spaces.

• Upon drop off, visit the hand washing station

• No sharing of food or beverages

• We will have a minimal-surface outdoor bathroom facility with hand sanitizer available

• Please keep your child home if they feel sick or have had a fever in the last 24 hours

• Staff will wear a mask and gloves to administer first-aid to your child, if first-aid is needed

PRICE: $100 for 8 sessions

If enrolling more than one family member, you may enter “FAMILY” for a 10% discount.

LOCATION: 2 Griffin Rd, Freeport, Maine. Please note, this class takes place at a new property in Freeport and NOT in Topsham.