PHED 1113 - Beginning Karate

Gainesville State College,
The University System
of Georgia, Oconee Campus
The Georgia Karate Academy,
Inc., is the home of the
Gainesville State Oconee
Campus Karate Program.

Beginning Karate
PHED 1113
Beginning Karate PHED 1113
is a 10-week course. This
course can be taken to meet
physical education (PE)
elective requirements for
1 credit hour. This course is
offered in the spring
and fall.

Course Description
An introduction to traditional
Japanese karate (Shotokan
style); punching, blocking,
kicking, sweeping, throwing,
falling and striking as a highly
effective means of self-
defense, an invigorating total
body exercise, and an exciting
competitive sport for those
who are interested.

Course Objectives
• overall fitness
• basic blocking and punching
• basic kicking and striking
• basic kata (formal exercises)
• basic sparring
• basic self-defense
• sweeping and throwing
• open & closed hand striking
• proper etiquette
• develop self-confidence
• improve concentration
• instill a positive attitude
• academic achievement

Call or email for more details!

Course Instructor
David Gomez is the senior
instructor of the Georgia
Karate Academy, Inc., with
over 30 years experience.
He is also part of the
Executive Committee of the
American JKA Karate
Association - International.

Schedule of Classes • Tuition Cost	Instructors	Questions Often Asked
Children: Ages 4-6 • Ages 7 - 12	Books/DVD's	Contact Info • email
Teens: Ages 13 - 17	Photo Gallery • Articles	Cardio Classes
Adults: Ages 18 and Up	Self-defense Courses	Mission and Purpose