Ba Gua
Ba Gua Zhang is recognized as one of the three orthodox “internal” styles of Chinese martial art (the other two being Xing Yi Quan and Tai Ji Quan). Ba Gua literally translates to Eight Tigrams. These tigrams are symbols which are used to represent all natural phenomena as described in the ancient Chinese text of divination, the Book of Changes (Yi Jing). Zhang means palm and designates Ba Gua Zhang as style of martial art that emphasizes the use of the open hand in preference to the closed fist. Ba Gua Zhang, as a martial art, is based on the theory of continuously changing in response to the situation at hand in order to overcome an opponent with skill rather than brute force. It is suitable for men and women of all ages.
Instructor: Lin Li brings experience teaching both in China and the United States. He is a graduate student at SIUC coming from Kent State University. He taught at Kent State University Recreation Center and Ohio Fitworks in 2005. He’s been practicing China’s internal martial arts including Tai Chi, Bagua Zhang and Xingyi Quan since 1998.

Shotokan Karate / Self Defense
This class will teach the basics of Shotokan karate along with effective yet easy to learn self-defense applications from a variety of martial arts. Shotokan karate is a traditional Japanese martial art that is the world’s most popular form of karate. Students will be taught a number of blocks, strikes, kicks and a beginning kata (form). They will also learn different stretches designed to increase flexibility. The self-defense applications consist of easily remembered defenses against specific attacks. A karate uniform (gi) is not required, but students should wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing.
Instructor: Steve Eberhart, Ph. D. has been training in martial arts for 34 years and is a 4th degree black belt in Shotokan karate. He has been teaching karate for over 10 years and formerly fought in the World Championships of the Japan Karate Association.

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Xingyi Quan
Xingyi Quan is one of the three kinds of Chinese internal martial arts. It has Five Elements and 12 Animals styles, such as Tiger, Bear, Eagle, Cat, Horse etc., taking lessons from each animal’s fighting styles. It is easy to learn and can be appli ed effectively. Learn the ancient Chinese fighting philosophy and ancient wisdom which can provide life-long benefits. Gain a positive spirit, real internal strength, self defensive skills and have lots of fun.
Instructor: Lin Li brings experience teaching both in China and the United States. He is a graduate student at SIUC coming from Kent State University. He taught at Kent State University Recreation Center and Ohio Fitworks in 2005. He’s been practicing China’s internal martial arts including Tai Chi, Bagua Zhang and Xingyi Quan since 1998

Olympic Taekwondo
Get in fantastic shape while having fun. Get fit and flexible, increase your endurance, relieve stress and control your weight. Other benefits include increased self confidence, weight control, and obtaining a positive outlook. Come experience this Olympic sport and learn how to defend yourself.
Beginners and advanced students are welcome. Our instructors are certified by the World Taekwondo Federation. Uniform provided to first time participants.
Instructor:  Patrick Rose