"Boxing is NOT a sport ANYONE should do professionally. But it is a sport EVERYONE can and should do RECREATIONALLY!" (Here's Why)
Coach Ray Bettinelli |
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 Ray
Bettinelli is both the Director and Head Coach of
BCBA. Born and raised in Bay Shore, NY Ray's love
for the sport of boxing dates back to when he was a 10
year old boy, that Christmas he received a pair of Joe
Frazier boxing gloves. In the 80's Ray boxed for the Brentwood
Recreation Center's Team under both coach Walter Sealy
and Jim Borzel.
Ray
has been instrumental in setting up a number of community-based
boxing gyms and is the creator of the D.R.I.F.T.
youth program. He brings to BCBA over three decades of boxing experience
in training, management and boxing promotion.
Ray
is a local businessman and the Marketing Director for
DIGICARD™,
a Multimedia & Marketing Company devoted to introducing
small business owners and entertainers to the marketing
power of the Internet. In addition he is both a Director
and Producer of family friendly entertainment for Hand
Sacred Productions.
 Over the years Ray
has worked closely with other community based programs
and has numerous awards and citations for the fund raising
work he has done on behalf of the Long Island AIDS Association
and Veteran's groups like AMVETS.
Ray moved to Lindenhurst in 1999 and considers it his new home town. His belief that you should give back to the community in which you reside was his motivating force behind opening BCBA. His vision for BCBA is that it becomes a full -
fledged community center in addition to a boxing academy,
a place where young people can be introduced to a number of community
programs designed to educate, motivate & inspire!
Interview with Coach Ray -from Men-Tor Showcase Magazine |
"If
you're interested in doing something for your country, help
somebody in need; write a check, give your time, volunteer!"
George
W. Bush
President |
NYPD Retired Detective Carl "Duke Schroeder has been a part of boxing since the late 1950's when he boxed as a pro welterweight. Duke went on to serve in the NYPD where he started The Fighting Finest Boxing Team, an elite squad of athletes that now box all around the world.
In the 1970's it was Duke who introduced the sport of boxing to Lindenhurst, running the PAL boxing program out of the basement of the 1st Precinct. His program help start the career of Buddy Mc Girt and many other promising young athletes. Years later Duke went on to become a NY Boxing Commissioned referee.
As anyone who has ever laced up a pair of gloves will tell you, once you've boxed it's in your blood for life. Now a grandfather Duke's ability to both coach and mentor young people is unsurpassed by the average coach. And at a young 70 something Duke won't hesitate to put on his headgear and move a student around the ring.
His boxing journey has come full circle bringing Duke back to the place where it all began, Lindenhurst, NY. BCBA considers itself both blessed and honored to have such an accomplished individual (in boxing and in life) amongst its ranks
"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us."
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Rick Weidenburner has over 30 years of experience in Boxing and Martial Arts. Since 1979 he’s been a proud member of the highly respected Veterans Memorial/ Atlantic Boxing Club where Rick was both a fighter and a trainer. Rick is a 2nd degree black belt in Jiu Jitsu and is a certified instructor with the American Kobe Jiu Jitsu Federation. He has fought as a Professional Kickboxer and was the Head Kickboxing instructor for Bob Malvagno's School of Self Defense.
BCBA is proud to announce that Rick is now part of our talented coaching staff. His passion for boxing, martial arts and physical fitness training will play a major role in the advancement of those BCBA students who want to bring their boxing skills to the next level (i.e. competitive boxing).
In his off hours Rick is a talented singer / entertainer so it’s not uncommon for him to bust out in song while working the floor at BCBA. His spirit and energy is never less than high when he’s in the company of others. In a sport often overrun by charlatans and roughnecks, Rick truly is a joy to be around!
As with all BCBA staff Rick is available for one-on-one training. His Boxing Fitness program provides personalized instruction in all the different aspects of boxing training. Various elements of the program are used as building blocks that are combined as the practitioner advances in experience and skill, ultimately resulting in an understanding of boxing as a system of training and conditioning of mind and body as well as a method of self defense. The benefits of this training are increased self-confidence, improved awareness and a higher level of overall fitness.
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"Those who succeed train, those who train succed...period!"
Coach Ray Bettinelli |
Jesse Gomez enjoyed an illustrious amateur career competing in 85 bouts. After a short pro career Jesse decided it was time to re-focus his love and passion for the sport of boxing into coaching and mentoring the next generation of amateur boxing enthusiasts.
Jesse brings a level of intensity and devotion to BCBA that is hard to match. Coach Ray is often caught watching in amazement at how this “Forty-Something” boxer can still train upwards of 15 rounds a night with little effort. He is truly a testament to the benefit of staying in shape regardless of one’s age!
Jesse is available to help hone the skill set of those boxers who express a desire to compete. As with all the coaches here at BCBA we consider Jesse an asset and are proud to have him as part of our staff
"You
really can change the world if you care enough."
Marion Wright Edelman |
A tough no-nonsense veteran of the New York City Police Department, Lou Telano’s career has spanned 5 decades! Lou took up boxing as a 15 year old youth. Back then he would make and extra $2 sparring pro boxers at local NYC gyms. His most notable sparring partner was Floyd Patterson!
As a Detective, Lou achieved the reputation as one of the most innovative and one of the toughest cops in New York City. Along with his partner John Sepe, they are credited with one of the highest number of arrests in New York City’s history.
The undercover team was soon deemed The Lone Ranger and Tonto! Soon after Hollywood took notice and the duo and they became the inspiration behind the hit TV Series Starsky & Hutch!
From the “Halls of Justice” through the “Halls of Congress” Lou’s career has yielded him over 75 awards and citations and placed him next to Mayors, Governors, Senators, Presidents and dignitary from all over the world! We are proud to have his experience and leadership among the many talented staff here at BCBA.
"My reading of history convinces me that most bad government results from too much government.."
Thomas Jefferson |
Steve Van Eron started boxing at BCBA in 2006. At the time he was coming off a series of personal “Knock Downs”. Steve knew if he didn’t change something his life could spiral out of control. So he began boxing first with one personal training session a week. Once he caught the BB (boxing bug) Steve quickly moved to two sessions a week and within 6 month reached his personal goal of losing 20lbs.
His command of his new found skills so impressed Coach Ray that Steve entered the NY Golden Gloves! Though eliminated in the first round Steve’s passion for the sport only increased.
As one of BCBA’s own success stories, Steve now instructs others on the benefits of boxing and staying in shape. He is available for both group and 1-on-1 training sessions.
"Life is a metaphore for boxing. it's impossible not to see that your opponent is you."
Joyce Carol Oates |
Stephanie Nutzul Started boxing March 2007. She got her start under the watchful eye of well respected trainer and martial artist Coach Herman Williams.
Stephanie was the consummate student paying close attention to the technical process that separates the amateurs from the pros. She stayed focused on the fundamentals and worked her skills from the ground up.
Unfortunately her doctors strongly advised her not to pursue competition due to a pre-existing neck injury. After hearing the bad news Stephanie’s commitment to hard training never wavered as documented by her many accomplishments outside of the ring.
We are proud to have her on staff as an Assistant Boxing Coach. And anyone who doubts that a female boxing coach can help elevate their game need only watch a clip of Ann Wolff, one of Pro Boxing’s best trainers!
Though Stephanie can work with any student her passion is assisting other women realize their potential both in the gym and in the ring (if they so desire). In addition she is also on call to assist Coach Ray with his D.R.I.F.T. Youth Program.
"Always do what you are afraid to do."
Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Sandan
Bob Geick instructing his Sunday Bujutsu Class. |
Bob
Geick- Sandan
Bob
Geick started his martial arts training in1974 in Isshin-Ryu
karate, achieving Brown Belt level. A passionate athlete
Bob studied freestyle wrestling and boxing and the following:
- Trained
in Jeet Kune Do, Goju Ryu, Shorin Ryu,
- Student
of Sensei Billy Martin, Godan (5th degree black belt)
Judo at Circle of One M.A.
- Certified
instructor Shiro
Bushi Ryu Bujutsu
-Awarded Sandan
(3rd Degree Black Belt) Shiro Bushi Ryu Bujutsu
-Student of
Sensei J. Harry Ayala, Rokudan (6th DegreeBlack Belt)
Jujutsu,
Nidan Judo
- Student
of Sensei Walter Ing, Rokudan (6th Degree Belt) Judo
- Awarded
the rank of Shodan (1st Degree Black Belt) Judo by Sensei
Clifford Wolff, Yodan, Judo, and Author of "Shibumi
is the Way To Go!"
- Student
of Shindo Muso Ryu Jo Jutsu
- Registered
U.S.J.A.- Shodan.
- Registered
with the United States Judo Association
- Registered
with the United States Judo Inc.
- Registered
with the United States Kendo Fed.
- Operator
/ Sensei of Long
Island Bujutsu Academy
Bob
Geick is Currently working toward his US Boxing Certification
and will be an assistant Amateur Boxing Coach here at
BCBA. |
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"Try
not to become a man of success but a man of value."
Albert Einstein |
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Sensei Albert Martin Attale
Born in Valencia Venezuela Sensei Albert Martin Attale started his Martial Arts career in 1974 with the “Japan Karate-Do Ryu-Bukai” under Chief Instructor Shihan Kiyoshi Yamazaki and Felipe Medina-Freeman Sensei Head Instructor, Rafael Mendoza Sensei National Director at the time.
After relocating to the USA he studied Shorin-Ryu under Sensei Joyce Santa-Maria for two years and for the past twenty four years he is with the “American Federation of Martial Arts” under Hanshi Adolfo Ennever, practicing Shotokan Karate. In that time sensei Attale has attended many courses and seminars to expand his knowledge of the martial arts, skill including “Martial Arts Seminar” in Mexico under Shihan Mario Peña, Weapons, Philosophy & Acupressure, Pain Control and Combative measures under Professor Ronald Duncan (The father of American Ninjitsu) , “Do it Know” & The Spirit of the wining Warrior under Sensei Mike Stone , Mind control, Basic Kata & Aiki-Jujitsu Under Hanshi Ennever, Advance Kata With Hanshi Vicente Cruz (ISKA) Esgrima Sticks under Sijo Tom Gettling ( Listed in “Who’s Who in Martial Arts in the USA).
- Advance Kata & Kumite Under the late Shihan Lionel Warrell (SKI. Nishiyama Sensei Head Instrcutor) Basic Jujitsu with Shihan Robert Hernandez. And many others.
- Sensei Attale has represented A.F.M.A in Panama, Venezuela, Canada, Mexico and many US. Cities with great success, he’s still very active in the competition arena as a judge and competitor.
- Among his many influences in the martial arts world are T. Okazaki Sensei, H. Kanazawa Sensei, M. Nakayama Sensei, Dr. G .Kano Sensei, M.Ushiba Sensei, & Funakoshi Sensei.
With a very busy schedule as the head of his own general contracting company he still dedicates much time to run his school, “Bay Shore Karate Center” in Bay Shore NY. Where he teaches Shotokan, Kobudo (Weapons) and teaches seminars in personal self defense & Kumite.
With a degree in Civil Engineering He considers martial arts, Shotokan in particular, his true passion.
In Nov. 2001 He travel to his native Venezuela to Judge in The A.F.M.A International Tournament, at which time he was awarded the rank of 4th Dan (Yondan)
In Nov. of 2002 he traveled to Panama for “The A.F.M.A. International Tournament” where he competed and judged.
In Nov. 2003 He was honored with a “Silver life Achievement” and he was inducted in the “A.F.M.A Hall of Fame” recognizing his many years in the martial arts, at the same time he was promoted by Hanshi Ennever To the rank of Godan (5th Dan) and Title of Renshi, Sensei was also nominated to the “Black Belt Brotherhood of America” located in Florida for his commitment to the arts.
In Jan 2005 The Board of Directors of “Action Martial Arts Magazine” Re inducted Sensei Attale “ Ambassador To The Martial Arts Spirit Award”
In 2006 Kancho Terry Maccarrone awarded The “Kokoro USA Martial Arts Award” for outstanding Martial Arts Instruction and Achievements in memory of Grand Master Ansei Ueshiro.
In May 2007 Sensei was recognized at the A.F.M.A annual “Hall of Fame / Honor” In Hilton Head South Carolina. With the “Golden Warrior Lifetime Achievement Award” for his lifetime dedication to the martial arts
October 2008 sensei Attale was recognized for his dedication to the martial arts in Orlando Florida.
Currently he is studying Judo under Sensei Bob Geick USJA Nidan 2nd Dan & Sensei Clifford Wolff (USJA. Yondan 4th Dan / Kodokan Sandan 3rd Dan) .
Sensei Attale is a current member of:
A.F.M.A (American Federation of Martial Arts).
USJA. (United States Judo Association.)
W.J.K.A (World JKA Karate Association |
"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined."
Henry David Thoreau |
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Dr.
Dan (Godzki) Gozdziewski
A
Doctor of Chiropractic Dan was born and raised in Mt.
Sinai, Long Island. Dr. Dan is a graduate of the New York
Chiropractic College and has been a practicing Chiropractor
since 2001. Working from "The Center For Muscular
Therapy" (located in Bay Shore) Dr. Dan specializes
in wellness and pain management.
Dr.
Dan's passion for fitness took hold when as a student
at Binghamton University he both wrestled and threw the
discus. Today Dr. Dan also owns and operates a personal
fitness studio Repetitions Fitness, (located right here
in Lindenhurst, NY).
In
addition to assisting our team of boxing coaches, Dr.
Dan will provide his personal training nutrition and BJJ
instruction to our community members at reduced rates.
Dr.
Dan competes in mixed martial arts competitions. He trains
daily with a level of enthusiasm and energy that is both
inspiring and infectious. He comes to BCBA highly credential
to instruct BJJ & Grappling.
- Doctor
Of Chiropractic -The Center For Muscular Therapy (Bay
Shore, NY)
- Owns
and Operates - Repetitions Fitness - Personal Training
Studio (Lindenhurst, NY)
- Certified
Personal Trainer Through AFAA
- Wrestler
And Power Lifter
- Wrestling
Coach
- Former
NYS Bench Press Champion
- Athletic
Trainer
- NY
State Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Champion
- NAGA
Champ - North
American Grappling Association
- Long
Island Pride Jiu Jitsu Champion
- 2008
Pennsylvania State Grappling Champ
- Operator
of Long Island BJJ - LIBJJ.com
At
BCBA you will no longer be able to use the excuse "I
just can't afford to train and stay in shape". |
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"We
should never permit ourselves to do anything that
we are not willing to see our children do."
Brigham
Young |
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Master
Instructor Sensei Cliff Wolff
Sensei Clifford R. Wolff - Judo Instructor in Martial Arts. Sensei Wolff started his pursuit for personal excellence in 1943. He earned his black belt in 1970 in the art of Judo and has taught at a YMCA Judo Club and for the Boy Scouts of America, Venture Crew 1982 Judo Kai.
Earning the highest honor and award for the Boy Scouts of America, Silver Beaver Award and a Doctorate in Commissioner Science from the B.S.A. Sensei Wolff also contributes his vast knowledge and expertise through his achievements in Aerospace Engineering in Quality Control and Quality Assurance, which he is still active in the American Society for Quality.
We are truly fortunate to have his ongoing knowledge and expertise here at BCBA and written in his new book "Sensei Sez... Shibumi is the Way to Go!" His stories are a guide for any young leader and his spiritual and practical knowledge coupled with his expertise in leadership in the honor of mankind is now engraved in our hearts and minds and to be carried out and carried on through the youth of all nations.
- Operator
of Long Island Olympic Sport Judo - LIJudo.info
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"Let
your light shine before men, that they may see
your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven."
Matthew
5:15 |
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Sensei
Maria Didio
executing a Key Strike |
Sensei
Maria DiDio
2007
Empire State Games Silver Medalist in Judo
Training for 24 Years and Teaching
Martial Arts for 20 Years. - 3rd Degree
Black Belt in Karate, Jujitsu &
Judo.
She
is a member in good standing and certified in the following
organizations:
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NWMAF-National Women's Martial Arts Federation
- NWMAF-
Certified National Self Defense Instructor
- AWSDA-American
Women's Self Defense Association
- ASWDA-
Rape Prevention Instructor Certification
- AWMAI-Association
of Women Martial Arts Instructors
- ZMAF
(ZUMA) - Zujitsu Martial Arts Federation
- IMAF-Independent
Martial Arts Federation (RankRecognized)
- IFOJJ
- International Federation ofJu-Jutsuans (Charter Club
Member 2006-2007)
- USJA-United
State Judo Association (Charter Club Member Certificate-2006
& 2007) Jujitsu
- USJF-United
States Judo Federation
- USJI-United
States Judo Inc
- AFAA-Aerobic
Fitness Association of America Certification
- American
Red Cross CPR Certified
- Operator
of the "Rose & Thorn" Self Defense Fighting
System for Women- WomenFightBack.info
& WomenFightBackSelfDefense.com
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ARTICLE READ MORE - Click Here
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"What
nobler employment, or more valuable to the state, than
that of the man who instructs the rising generation."
Marcus Tullius Cicero |
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Shifu
Dan Regan Martial Arts & Kali/Escrima Instructor
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Shifu
Dan Regan
Shifu
Dan Regan is a Martial Artist, Licensed Acupuncturist
and developer of Regans Martial Arts a system of crosstraining
various Martial Arts from around the world.
Shifu
Dan Regan is a full instructor in KALI/ESCIRMA,
a full instructor in Wing Chun Gong Fu, a full Instructor
in Indonesian Silat, and a full Instructor in Chinese
Internal Martial Arts of Xingyi/Bagua and Taiji Quan.
He has also studied BJJ and Shooto.
With
over 15 yrs of experience in various Arts and taught by
some of the best in the business his system has something
for everyone. He teaches the Arts seperate, as well as
combined in his crosstraining system.
We
are proud to have Shifu Dan Regan on board here
at BCBA as one of our many credentialed instructors.
Highlights:
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Professor at the NY College of Health Professions,
- Founder
of Golden River Acupuncture.
- Studied
the Internal Arts with Li Tailiang.
- Master
Degree program of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
- Teacher
of Taiji at the NY College of Health Professions.
- Studied
Mande Muda Silat as taught by Pendekar Herman Suwanda.
- Studied
and Trained in Wing Chun.
- Operator
of Regan Martial Arts - ReganMartialArts.com
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"The
best leader brings out the best in those he has stewardship
over."
J.Richard
Clarke |
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Sensei Paul Harris
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Sensei Paul Harris
Martial Blade Concepts is an edged-weapon self-defense training program specifically designed to meet the needs of today's concerned citizen and armed professional.
The goal of Martial Blade School is the development of "all-purpose" self-defensive skills using a tactical folding knife. Rather then learning a large number of specific techniques to use against specific attacks MBC focuses on perfecting a few proven techniques and learning how to apply them in literally hundreds of different defensive situations.
Through this easy to learn method students develop defensive proficiency very quickly and have both the ability and the confidence to employ their skills in a short period of time.
The training will include:
1. Knife Carry Options
2. Knife Deployment
3. Tactical Targeting
4. Partner Flow Drills (Standard & Reverse Grip)
5. Quick Stops (Standard & Reverse Grip)
6. Speed Strips - Disarming (Standard & Reverse Grip)
7. Counter Blade Concepts (empty hand self-defense against a knife attack)
8. Striking Techniques
9. Joint Locks
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"Success
in life has nothing to do with what you gain in life or
accomplish for yourself. It's what you do for others."
Danny Thomas |
To
many boxing coaches focus their attention on just the skills
part of boxing instruction. All to often they overlook the importance
of teaching "proper" nutrition and fitness.
In
order for BCBA to meet its commitment of providing the
best boxing instruction available, we have brought on an incredible
team of fitness and nutrition lifestyle coaches. They will help
educate not only our members but our staff as well.
All
the coaches on Team BCBA will be armed with the latest
fitness and nutrition knowledge so they can provide quality,
well rounded boxing instruction.
 Brett
Cohen is our resident fitness consultant. He received
a Bachelor of Science in Education from the State University
of New York; College at Fredonia. Brett began his journey
into fitness by studying the Japanese Martial Art; Jiu-Jitsu.
Subsequent to obtaining his Black Belt, he continued to
study Jiu-Jitsu along with many other Martial Art styles.
Brett
is certified as a SPINNING instructor by Mad Dogg Athletics,
a Personal Fitness Trainer by the International Sports
Sciences Association (ISSA), a Golf Biomechanic and Nutrition
& Lifestyle Coach by the C.H.E.K
Institute. The Corrective Holistic Exercise Kinesiology
Institute (C.H.E.K) is an elite education facility based
in California. The C.H.E.K Institute specializes in advanced-level
education for fitness professionals. C.H.E.K Institute
professionals are among the most current and well-educated
in their field.
In
addition to his current certifications, Brett has completed
numerous correspondence courses from this institute to
obtain a level of knowledge way beyond that required by
the basic personal trainer certification. Brett is an
active member of the running community and continually
attends national and local seminars and fitness conventions
to learn the latest information in each of his fields.
He operates his own personal fitness company (Integrated
Training Systems) and will be offering our coaching
staff and members the same guidance & knowledge he
provides his own clients.
His
commitment to to health and fitness will be a tremendous
asset to BCBA as we try to do our part in battling
the epidemic that is childhood
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"You
must be the change you wish to see in the world."
Mahatma Ghandi |
At BCBA our kids hit the books, before they hit the bags!
One of the best ways to prepare our youth for what lies ahead
in their life is through education. So many kids have made the
foolish mistake of not finishing High School. Their lack of
preparatory schooling can trap them in a cycle of minimum wage
jobs and poverty.
BCBA
will be offering GED preparation classes along with career path
guidance in our onsite learning center. We have rallied volunteer
support from some of the best educators in our community to
assist us with this dynamic endeavor. BCBA will make
its facility available to Higher Learning Institutions and Employers
so they can conduct seminars on the importance of continued
education and career choices.
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 Donna
Bettinelli has been an educator for over 20 years.
She is currently the Head of the Science Dept. for the
Bay Shore School district. Her love for teaching and tutoring
is only surpassed by her love for her family (including
her brother-in-law Ray).
Her
abilities and accomplishments in the classroom have been
acknowledged by her peers through numerous awards and
citations.
With her guidance she will help BCBA implement
the structure needed to meet the challenge of providing
quality tutoring in our learning center. |
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Offer Your Time
To Mentor or Tutor At BCBA Please - (contact
us)
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"Art
is not a study of positive reality, it is the seeking
for ideal truth."
George Sand |
OUR PRIVATE
GYM IS OPEN DAILY TO LOCAL YOUTH AGES 10 thru 17
Fall Schedule 2010 CLICK HERE
Mon. - Fri. 4pm to 6:00pm
Open Sparring For Team Members
Wed. 5pm - 6pm & Sat. 12pm to 2pm
