Our Programs & Classes

Students and enthusiasts of Karate have many reasons for their interest in this and other martial art styles. Some are drawn to the physical fitness and weight-loss aspects of training. Others seek to add discipline and self control to their lives. While still others are concerned about safety and self-defense.

Whether you are interested in our programs for mental or physical well being, Tiger's Claw Martial Arts, Inc. offers a number of programs that will fit your developmental needs and your busy schedule as well. Click here to view our 2010 SCHEDULE Weekly Class Schedule.

Little Tiger's Program Our Little Tiger's Program is geared for children ages 3 ½ to 6 ½ years old. Sensei Maureen founded the program in 1999 and was awarded the Isshin-Ryu Children’s Instructor of the year in 2005 and the Isshin-Ryu Founders Award in 2006. The Little Tiger’s Program focuses on building basic learning and motor skills that will help your child approach life in a more confident and enthusiast way. Little Tiger's attend assigned classes once or twice a week for 45 minutes. Students are introduced to the basics of our Isshin-Ryu Karate System. The program enhances positive development in a fun, exciting and motivating way! Tuition for students attending once weekly is $160.00 every 8 Weeks (8 classes)and $228.00 for students attend twice weekly for 8 Weeks(16 classes). Members yearly registration fee is $20.00. New member Registration fee $55.00 includes a uniform,yearly registration fee, student handbook & attendance card. Rank advancement fees are $10.00 and occurs approximately every 12 weeks. Try a class and see why everyone is talking about this exciting program. New students can join at anytime. NO CONTRACTS! Fall 2010 / Spring 2011 Schedule: Tuesdays @ 3:45-4:30pm, 4:30-5:15pm & 5:30-6:15pm, Wednesdays 1:15-2:00pm (TBA), 3:45-4:30pm & 4:30-5:15pm, Thursdays 3:45-4:30pm, Saturdays @ 9:30-10:15am & 10:15-11:15am. Registration for our programs is open and ongoing. Sign-up for for your free trial NOW!

Isshin-Ryu Karate The goal for students studying Isshin-Ryu Karate is to perfect oneself through physical and mental development. The highly acclaimed Professor Ronald Allen Mertz, 10th Degree Black Belt oversees all of our Black Belt Instructors. Students study the classical system of Isshin-Ryu Karate. They learn personal safety, sparring, weapons and kata. Mandatory sparring gear and equipment is needed for this program. Our schedule is flexible and we offer classes Monday-Saturday. Enrollment is on going. New members are welcome to join at anytime and a free trial is offered. DIVISIONS KIDS KARATE & KIDS ELITE KARATE Ages 6 ½ -9 Tuition is due every 8 weeks. Students attend once weekly plus one Kata class per month $160.00 or $228.00 (Elite Kids) for students attending twice weekly plus up to two Kata classes per month. Students attending twice weekly progress faster and train towards Junior/Black Belt goals. Elite Karate is our most popular program. Kids Karate is a great introduction program to start your karate training up to age 9. Yearly Member registration fee is $20.00 which also includes Tiger Karate Society Dues. New member registration fee is $55.00 and includes a uniform, rank belt, Tiger Karate Society yearly dues, attendance card, rank certificate and rank card. Mandatory sparring gear is needed for this program. Testing fees are $35.00 for all Kyu Ranks. 2010 Fall / 2011 Spring Schedule: Tues 4:30-5:15pm & 5:30-6:15pm m & 6:30-7:15pm, Wed 5:30-6:15pm, 6:30-7:15pm ranks over Green, Thurs 4:30-5:15pm & 6:30-7:15pm, Sat 11:00-11:45am & Kata is scheduled some Saturdays @ 11:45-12:15pm ELITE KARATE Ages 9-12 & Teen/Adult Students attends classes for 45 minutes twice weekly plus up to 2 Kata Classes per month. $228.00 Tuition is due every 8 weeks. Yearly Member registration fee is $20.00 and includes Tiger Karate Society Dues. New member registration fee is $55.00 and includes a uniform, rank belt, Tiger Karate Society yearly dues, attendance card, rank certificate and rank card. Testing fees are $35.00 for all Kyu Ranks. Please inquire about Junior Black Belt & Black Belt Rank testing fees. Fall 2010 Schedule: Mon 7:15-8:00pm (10 & up), Tues 5:30-6:15pm, 6:30-7:15pm & 7:30-8:15pm (Teen/Adult), Wed 5:30-6:15pm, 6:30-7:15pm, Thurs 4:30-5:15pm, 6:30-7:15pm & 7:30-8:15pm (Teen/Adult) Sat 11:00-11:45am & Kata some Sat @ 11:45-12:15pm We are a family oriented dojo that teaches children and adults of all ages. Please view our weekly schedules for class times. Call for additional information. FREE introduction class available. 201-263-1983.

Fitness Boot Camp Waist Watchers Fitness Boot Camp for Women (WWBC)is a women's only group fitness/exercise class designed to give you a great strength training and cardio workout in one session. WWBC is not just a come and go exercise "class". Once you are a member, you become part of the WWBC community. This means interaction through email, blogs, social events, etc. "Trust me when I say you will never get better results or have more fun in any other program as you will with WWBC." For additional information Kevin Valluzzi can be contacted @ WaistWatchersBootCamp.com or 201-638-1902. Fitness Classes: Monday @ 5:30pm Tuesday @ 6:00-6:45am Wednesday @ 9:15am Thursday @ 6:00am & 5:30pm Saturday 8:00-8:45am Intro classes are available.

Private Lessons 2010 Professor Mertz and the Staff at Tiger's Claw MA offers private & semi-private lessons for Children and Adults in Karate, Self-Defense and Women's Boot Camp Fitness. Days, evenings and weekends are available. Please call for details.

Tiger Commando / Self Defense The Tiger Commando Fighting System is an American street survival self-defense system. It is belt ranked, non-traditional and non-sport. The system is geared for teens & adults. The basics are from classical karate, the self-defense from elite police programs and the weapons defense training from commando units stationed around the world. It involves hand to hand close combat and knife fighting. Classes are on going and taught in a no nonsense fashion. Its founder is Grand Master Richard J. Mrofka. This system dates back to the early 1970's. Professor Mertz studied directly with Grand Master Mrofka. One Free trial class is offer. Call 201-263-1983.

Kata Please check the events page for details on which kata & level will be taught on Saturday. Kata is from 11:45-12:15 and there are no make-ups for missed Kata Classes. Please only attend the Kata classes for your rank. Kata/Weapons classes are not guaranteed, but included in your tuition: Kids Karate one Kata class per month & Elite two Kata classes per month.

Parent Drop-In Parents of students attending classes at TCMA may drop in to Karate Adult/Teen Classes 7:30-8:15pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. Mondays at 7:15-8:00pm. Saturday 11:00am is Family training day. $15.00 per class. WE also offer a Women's Only Boot Camp. Try a class & stay in shape! Call about details.

Meditation Class 2010 Tiger's Claw Martial Arts offers meditation classes for stress relief & focus. Classes are held throughout the year. Members & non members are welcome.

Black Tiger Kung Fu Professor Mertz is currently teaching Black Tiger Shaolin Kung Fu privately. It is available and limited to the serious private students only.

Please Contact Us if you have any questions about our programs or would like to know about other programs that may not be listed here.