Youth Self-Defense Class with Fit2Defend Academy

Loading Events

« All Events

Youth Self-Defense Class with Fit2Defend Academy

Wed, April 9, 2025
5:30 pm
- 6:30 pm

Wednesday, April 9, 5:30 - 6:30pm

Time

Wed, April 09, 2025 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Pricing

$35

Location

Gorton Center
400 East Illinois Road Lake Forest, IL 60045

This program will build character and provide reality based Self-Defense training for our students. Ages 6 – 14.

The first element is real world self-defense based training. This training involves focusing on many different training modules that include the following:

  • Bully prevention
  • Stranger danger
  • Ground defense training
  • Multiple attacker training
  • Conditioning/Attribute training

This program has influences from many different Martial Arts disciplines such as:

  • Hand to Hand Combat (Krav Maga)
  • Brazilian Jiu-jitsu (Ground Fighting)
  • Muay Thai Kickboxing
  • Kali (Filipino weaponry)

The most important part of the training is designed to make the students,  future leaders in society by teaching our students to be respectful, self- efficient and responsible.  Areas that we instill in our students through their training:

  • Self- Awareness
  • Self- Confidence
  • Goal setting
  • Family values

At Gorton Center, we offer a wide range of classes for both youth and adults, ensuring there’s something for everyone. From art and yoga to acting and robotics, our diverse programs are designed to inspire and engage.

At Gorton Center, we believe in the transformative power of the arts. Our calendar is filled with a variety of offerings, ensuring there’s always something to captivate your interest. Our commitment to quality means you’ll be learning from the best instructors in their fields.

Whether you’re a long-time resident or a visitor, there’s always something extraordinary waiting for you at Gorton Center. Join our vibrant community where every event is an opportunity to connect, get inspired, and learn. Come be a part of Gorton Center, where creativity and learning flourish together.

Gorton Center is a premier destination for outstanding cultural and performing arts experiences serving the residents of Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and the surrounding region. As a proud nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we are dedicated to enriching our community through an array of exceptional events and programs.

At Gorton Center, we believe in the transformative power of the arts. Our vibrant calendar is brimming with diverse offerings, ensuring there's always something to captivate and inspire you. From live music performances that resonate with your soul to comedy nights that leave you in stitches, we curate events to suit all tastes and interests. Our dedication to quality and community engagement means you can expect only the best in cultural entertainment.

Whether you’re a long-time resident or a visitor, there’s always something extraordinary waiting for you. Come be a part of our community, where every event is an opportunity to connect, enjoy, and be inspired.

Gorton Center will take and may use photos and videos from this event for its promotional purposes. Your attendance indicates your consent to the above.

Details

Date:
Wed, April 9, 2025
Time:
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Event Categories:
, , , ,
Event Tags:
, ,

Venue

Gorton Center
400 East Illinois Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
+ Google Map
Phone
(847) 234-6060