Boxing - Classes cover basic skill development of Western Boxing. It is a conditioning-based class open to all levels of students, from the recreational boxer and professional fighter to the student cross training to gain a well-rounded game.
Youth Karate/Kickboxing - Ages 4 1/2 to 12. This is a Shotokan Karate based program. In addition to techniques and skill development, students gain valuable health and saftey tips.
We are honored to have Instructor Fred Corritone directing our Youth Program at Prodigy. With more than 35 years of experience teaching children, he understands that Youth Karate should involve more than just technique. Thus, while our students learn the practice of martial arts, they also learn safety, first aid, anger management, conflict resolution, discipline, and respect for self and others.
Sensei Corritone has dedicated his life to keeping the martial arts alive and well in the community. He founded the New York Karate-Boxing Athletic League in 1974, which has been represented by 58 rated fighters. Corritone's training has produced Golden Gloves Champions, Regional Star Champions, Police Olympic Champions, as well as U.S. and World Champions.
Sensei Corritone has coached six U.S. teams for both national and international competitions. In addition, he has coached the NYPD boxing team.
Instructor Corritone holds a sixth-degree Black Belt in Shotokan Karate, and his 40-plus-year martial arts background also includes Arnis, Aiki-Ju Jitsu, Goju, Boxing, and Kickboxing.
