Martial Arts such as Karate and Tai Chi are very popular amongst kids, teenagers and adults in the Cayman Islands. Luckily, to suit these interests, there are several schools on island that offer a variety of martial arts training programmes, classes and clubs.
Martial Arts originated as a form of self-defense practice or an attack skill. It is now used in military and law enforcement applications, entertainment, competitions and for physical, mental, and spiritual development.
Below is a list of martial arts providers in Cayman. They all offer exceptional services and a variety of martial art styles.
Purple Dragon School of Martial Arts, on the 2nd floor of the Reliable Industries Building, 313 Compass Drive, runs adult classes in Don Jitsu Ryu, fitness kickboxing and Strike self-defence classes. Each programme allows one free trial class. Office number: (345) 946 1241 and Dojo cell: (345) 916 1416.
The Academy, located in Cannon Place, offers adult classes in Jui Jitsu, Muay Thai, boxing, Krav Maga and MMA. Email: info@theacademy.ky or call (345) 323 9778 for more information.
For lessons in Taekwondo, go to the Cayman Islands Taekwondo Academy (Tel: (345) 325 51220 or (345) 328 5006) in Crown Square, Eastern Avenue. They provide classes for adults and children.
CASK Karate & Tai Chi at Kings Sports Centre on Crewe Road offers Wado Karate classes and a Tai Chi programme. For more information, visit www.caskcayman.com or call (345) 925 3367.
Cayman Fight Factory, at 27 Industrial Way, offers a wide variety of mixed martial arts and fitness classes including boxing and kickboxing. Your first class is free. Call (345) 922 0538 for more information.
Kickboxing
Fitness Connection offers a cardio kickboxing class which teaches the basics of kickboxing through a fast-paced workout.
Classes are performed with a partner and include exercises for strengthening the upper and lower body, as well as core strength and abdominals. Classes are held at lunch time as well as in the evenings. Call (345) 949 8485 or visit www.fitness.ky for more information and for class schedules.