Challenge Karate

A Karate program adapted specifically for children with special needs.

Barry Mangione, a black belt in karate for over 20 years, has been teaching adapted karate to children with special needs in Westchester for over 12 years. He also has over 16 years of experience as a physical therapist working with children in Westchester. He designed Challenge Karate to meet the individual needs of very individual children. He approaches teaching karate to special special needs children with the understanding that not all children learn the same way, that respecting and understanding individual differences can facilitate better learning.

Advantages of the Challenge Karate Spectrum Class

Small class size (4 to 8 students) = greater attention to individual needs
An instructor with extensive experience with special needs children
Behavioral consultation provided by special education professionals.

Goals for children in the Challenge Karate Spectrum Class

To improve physical conditioning, strength, balance and flexibility
To increase attention, concentration and focus
To decrease self-stimulatory behaviors
To improve the ability to function as part of a group
To instill a sense of confidence in each student
To improve communication skills and interactions with peers and adults
To have fun while learning new skills and overcoming challenges

If you think your child may benefit from being a student in Challenge Karate's Spectrum class, please go to www.challengekarate.com and take a brief survey telling us about you and your child. All information will be kept strictly confidential.

Beginner class runs from 6:00-6:30 and the advanced class starts at 6:30 and ends at 7:00.

6 Week series $150 or $30 per class

Next series: January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23

For more information email Sensei Barry at info@challengekarate.com.