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Kids/White Belt Karate

Name: Kids/White Belt Karate
Start: 2026-09-12T17:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-09-12T18:00:00-04:00
Location: Delgado Karate

📆Sat, Sep 12 · 5:00 PM

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Kids/White Belt Karate at Delgado Karate introduces young beginners to foundational martial arts techniques. This registered class is designed for children starting their karate journey, with age-appropriate instruction in a studio setting.

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