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Why we're different
"Hello. I'm Mauricio Lucero, you might not remember me but we met back when I was in Sutter Middle School and you were an instructor for a Martial Arts class there. I've been training in Texas and was wondering about that little studio I started in way back when. Master Rifkin, you were a great help in those early years. Looking back I'm grateful for the lessons you showed me on and off the mat. You might not remember but I do. I'm glad to see that you have grown a lot. I'm in the Army now and train in their form of fighting. I love it. Thanks for giving me discipline and a love for the arts. I'm deploying this summer, but when I get back I'll stop by say hello. Aloha take care"
-M. Lucero
The Rifkin Professional Karate Center has been offering instruction and training in Taekwondo and Aikido since 2000. Located in Canoga Park, CA, Rifkin Professional Karate Center has worked hard to produce champions in life as well as in the martial arts. Because people begin their training in the Martial Arts for a wide variety of reasons, we have tailored our program to address these needs. Whether you are interested in getting fit, losing weight, improving your coordination, balance and stamina…or whether you are interested in self-defense and increased self-discipline, our program is dedicated to reaching those goals.
The Rifkin Professional Karate Center is unique in its approach to the training of Martial Arts. There are many schools and many styles of Martial Arts out there. We are different in that we stress detail and performance from our curriculum. Our students are taught not only the movements, but their real-life applications. Teaching a quality Martial Arts program requires a well-educated staff of intructors that can not only deliver the material in a systematic way, but can teach fun classes that students will look forward to day after day.
Headed by J.D. Rifkin (Master Rifkin) and a staff of expert instructors and managers, including Mr. Chris Bosque, Mr. Thomas Dang, Ms. Leilani Smith, Mr. Peter Layton and Mrs. Tammy Rifkin, the Rifkin Professional Karate Center offers a number of programs for physical fitness and instruction in Taekwondo, Kickboxing, and Aikido.
Our Curriculum
Our base curriculum consists of the Korean art of Tae Kwon Do. Best known for its powerful kicking techniques, TKD is one of the more aggressive styles, blending the basic kicks with those more advanced and graceful, such as the spinning and aerial kicking. Among the benefits of TKD are improved flexibility, speed, power, and muscle control.
Aikido is a Japanese martial art developed by Morihei Ueshiba. On a purely physical level it is an art involving some throws and joint locks that are derived from Jujitsu and some throws and other techniques derived from Kenjutsu. Aikido focuses not on punching or kicking opponents, but rather on using their own energy to gain control of them or to throw them away from you. It is not a static art, but places great emphasis on motion and the dynamics of movement. The flowing motion of properly executed Aikido is not only combat effective, but beautiful to watch.
Together, these martial art styles provide our students with options for every situation: Tae Kwon Do's devastating strikes and kicks, coupled with the throws, footwork, and energy flow of Aikido. As a student progresses, he or she will take on increasingly difficult techniques, each tailored for their specific level of achievement. For each belt advancement, a student will test before our Black Belt panel to determine their level of proficiency in that level's techniques. The testing material includes Punching and Kicking Routines, Forms, Self Defense Techniques, Board Breaking, and Sparring under qualified instructor supervision. Proper attitude and respect are always graded criteria.
Throughout our curriculum, we place emphasis on proper form, technique, and realistic street application. We encourage our students to push themselves further, to conquer formidable odds, and accomplish far more than they thought possible. We develop strong minds and strong bodies.
We invite you to come and visit our one-of-a-kind facility located at 7930 Alabama Ave., Canoga Park, CA and consider enrolling in one of our outstanding programs.
You can also reach us through Direct E-Mail or our Contact Form. You can also call us on the phone at: (818)888-0743. Please refer to our Hours of Operation to call us within our business hours.
Thank You for Visiting Us Online
Thank you for visiting our website, we hope that we have provided you with enough information to help you in your search for a Martial Arts training facility. We hope to meet you in the near future.
7930 Alabama Ave. Canoga Park, CA (818)888-0743
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