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Martial Arts Court

Saturday: June 25
Karate For Kids–South Salem 10:45-11:30 Karate For Kids–South Salem: Presents the Korean Art of Taekwondo. See how traditional martial arts teach children and young adults to have confidence, self-discipline and courtesy, communication skills, physical strength and courage through fun and positive encouragement.

Tai Chi Chuan12:15-1:00 Tai Chi Chuan: Instructor Ling Havlin explains that tai chi is a Chinese martial art that has at least a 4,000-year history.  It has many styles and is primarily practiced for its health benefits. Tai Chi is a beautiful traditional exercise that helps relieve stress, gain Chi power, and improves overall fitness and health. 

Okinawan Karate 1:45-2:30 Okinawan Karate:It is said that the traditional Okinawan martial arts called Te and Chinese Kempo were blended together and developed into karate, later undergoing significant developments in Okinawa based on several factors, including the policy of banning weapons in the 1500's. World Beat welcomes shihan Jim Craig and Westside Martial Arts of Hillsboro.

VoViNam3:00-3:45 VoViNam: Vietnamese Martial Arts in Salem is a place where everyone can go to sharpen their skills, talents and discipline for martial arts and an overall healthier life. That is what Master Phong wants to share to enrich our community

Japanese Martial Arts 4:15-4:45  Japanese Martial Arts: Tokyo International University of America(TIUA) students    demonstrate different Japanese martial arts forms including Kendo. Kendo, the Way of the Sword, is the art of Japanese Samurai swordsmanship. Soran Bushi: From northern Japan. The dance depicts fishermen dragging nets, pulling ropes and carrying luggage over their shoulders.

Karate for Kids - West Salem5:15-5:45  Karate for Kids - West Salem: Karate for Kids West Salem is Oregon’s premier Martial Arts School for children and Families. With four full time nationally certified instructors and over 300 students, Karate for Kids West Salem offers age specific classes for children ages 4 to 14 along with teen and adult classes. Visit their booth in Asia/Pacific Village.

Salem Classical Fencing6:15-7:00 Salem Classical Fencing: Fencing is the art and sport of swordplay and is one of only four sports that have been in every modern Olympiad since 1896, yet it remains one of the least understood sport in the United States.