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Empower kids to stand strong! Led by Sensei Wendy, participants will build confidence, learn assertive communication, and explore tools to foster kindness and respect.
Help your child gain the tools to stand strong with confidence and kindness! The Bully Busting Karate Class for Kids is a high-energy, interactive session designed to teach children how to handle bullying situations with confidence, self-control, and respect. This class focuses on boundary-setting, situational awareness, and basic self-defense techniques, all presented in a kid-friendly and supportive environment.
Participants will engage in:
Role-playing scenarios
Assertiveness training
Confidence-building exercises
Beginner-friendly karate moves focused on safety and self-protection
Ideal for kids ages 6–12. No prior martial arts experience is needed. Comfortable clothing and readiness to move are encouraged!
About the Presenter
Sensei Wendy Cohen is the founder of Midsouth Okinawan Karate, our July local business of the month. She brings over 35 years of experience in Okinawan Karate. She is a 5th Degree Blackbelt and Certified Senior Instructor in the Seibukai System of Goju Ryu Karate, as well as a 3rd Degree Blackbelt in the Ryukonkai Weapons System of Ryukonkai Karate. Her passion lies in helping students step outside their comfort zones and discover the power within. While karate may feel unfamiliar at first, Sensei Wendy creates a welcoming environment where students can learn at their own pace. She specializes in teaching practical self-defense, showing students how to find their voice and target vulnerable areas effectively for real-world protection.
The Library adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act that assures equal access to all library facilities, activities, and programs. Every attempt will be made to accommodate the needs of persons with disabilities, and the Library welcomes input from persons with disabilities about ways the Library can serve them. Questions about ADA compliance should be addressed to the Library Director.
To request ADA accommodation, please complete the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form. Copies are available at the Information Desk and can be found on our website in the "Services" tab.
Disclaimers Related to Library Programs:
Endorsements: The Lucius E. and Elsie C. Burch Jr. Library participates in cooperative programs with other organizations, educational institutions, businesses, and individuals. Library sponsorship of a program does not constitute an endorsement of the content of the program, views expressed at the program, or the program presenter or performer.
Food Allergies: Items used at this event may contain allergens including but not limited to nuts, gluten, and soy. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens. If it is a concern, please ask about allergens before attending the event.
Photo/Video: The Lucius E. and Elsie C. Burch, Jr. Library reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored or hosted by the library without the expressed permission of those included within the photograph/video. Photographs/videos may be used in publications, brochures, postcards, posters, newspapers, social media, television, websites, etc., for the purposes of event promotion.
Hold Harmless: The Lucius E. and Elsie C. Burch, Jr. Library shall not be liable for any injuries, damages, or losses incurred by attendees during library events. Attendees expressly agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless the Lucius E. and Elsie C. Burch, Jr Library and its representatives from any claims arising from participation in the event.
The Lucius E. and Elsie C. Burch, Jr. Library serves the Town of Collierville as an information hub offering materials and programming for all ages, three 4-person study rooms, and a 40-person meeting room. It sits in a beautiful location in Halle Park near Collierville Town Hall.
