Martial Arts | Youth Enrichment
The Y offers high-quality martial arts programming for children and adults in an encouraging, non-intimidating, and family-friendly environment. Our instructors are among the best and promote hard work, discipline, honor, integrity, and respect for themselves and others.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE. At the Y, no one is denied service due to the inability to pay. Funds for Financial Assistance are provided through the YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign. Learn more here!
If you are pre-qualified for Financial Assistance, please note that some of our programs have minimum fees in order to cover costs of materials and supplies. This fee may be higher depending on your amount of assistance.
A SAFE PLACE FOR ALL. Keep up-to-date with our current Safety Policies.
Boise Valley Judo- 12-Week Course (Intermediate/Advance)
This is a 12-week course for Intermediate, Advanced, and Adult students.
Ages 9-14, Adult
A one hour class designed to teach the very basics of the sport of judo with emphasis on developing coordination, agility, stamina and key muscle strength that will ensure safety. Many fun games and drills will be used to develop these skills to help. More emphasis will be put on learning ukemi (falling) techniques, judo etiquette and becoming familiar with the principles of judo.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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8/19/25 | 8/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 140.00 | $ 300.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Special Rate | ||
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09/08/25 - 11/26/25
Mo,We - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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$140 - $300 |
Register Closes 09/22/2025 |
Boise Valley Judo- 12-Weeks Course (Beginner Course)
This is a 12-week course for beginner students.
Ages 6-12 .
Obtaining a Judo Gi (Judo uniform) is strongly encouraged and can be purchased privately or through the instructor.
This is designed to teach the very basics of the sport of judo with emphasis on developing coordination, agility, stamina and key muscle strength that will ensure safety. Many fun games and drills will be used to develop these skills to help. More emphasis will be put on learning ukemi (falling) techniques, judo etiquette and becoming familiar with the principles of judo.
Class Times: Monday & Wednesday, 5:30-6:15pm
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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8/19/25 | 8/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 140.00 | $ 300.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Special Rate | ||
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09/08/25 - 11/26/25
Fall Session (Sept, Oct, Nov) - Mo,We - 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
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$140 - $300 |
Register Closes 09/22/2025 |
Boise Valley Judo- 12-Weeks Course (Novice)
This is a 12-week course for novice students.
Ages 6-12 .
Obtaining a Judo Gi (Judo uniform) is strongly encouraged and can be purchased privately or through the instructor.
This is designed to teach the very basics of the sport of judo with emphasis on developing coordination, agility, stamina and key muscle strength that will ensure safety. Many fun games and drills will be used to develop these skills to help. More emphasis will be put on learning ukemi (falling) techniques, judo etiquette and becoming familiar with the principles of judo.
Class Times: Monday & Wednesday, 5:30-6:15pm
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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8/19/25 | 8/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 140.00 | $ 300.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Special Rate | ||
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09/08/25 - 11/26/25
Fall Session (Sept, Oct, Nov) - Mo,We - 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm
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$140 - $300 |
Register Closes 09/22/2025 |
Boise Valley Judo- Waz-ari Intermediate (9-14)
Ages 9-14
A one hour class designed to teach the very basics of the sport of judo with emphasis on developing coordination, agility, stamina and key muscle strength that will ensure safety. Many fun games and drills will be used to develop these skills to help. More emphasis will be put on learning ukemi (falling) techniques, judo etiquette and becoming familiar with the principles of judo.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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7/29/25 | 8/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 50.00 | $ 140.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Special Rate | ||
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09/08/25 - 10/01/25
September Session - Mo,We - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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$50 - $140 |
Register Closes 09/22/2025 |
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10/06/25 - 10/29/25
October Session - Mo,We - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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$50 - $140 |
Register Closes 10/20/2025 |
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11/03/25 - 11/26/25
November Session - Mo,We - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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$50 - $140 |
Register Closes 11/17/2025 |
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12/01/25 - 12/17/25
December (3-Weels) - Mo,We - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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$35 - $100 |
Register Closes 12/15/2025 |
Boise Valley Judo Club - Intermediate (Summer Session)
July/August – Summer 2023 Session
One Class per week
July Session: 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29,
August Session: 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/2
6:00-7:30pm
This class designed to teach the skills of the sport of judo with emphasis on developing coordination, agility, stamina and key muscle strength that will ensure safety. Many fun games and drills will be used to develop these skills to help. More emphasis will be put on learning ukemi (falling) techniques, judo etiquette and becoming familiar with the principles of judo.
Not a class for beginners. This is designed to work of skills with a judo experience.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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6/24/25 | 9/2/25 | Front Desk | $ 30.00 | $ 70.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Special Rate | ||
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08/05/25 - 09/02/25
Aug Summer Session - Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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$30 - $70 |
Register at front desk |
Enso Judo Club
Judo is a martial art focused on learning how to protect ourselves and others using throws, pins, arm bars, and various other grappling techniques. This program is for all skill levels. Whether an athlete is new to Judo or has experience with this martial art, this program will be a great experience for all.
AGES:
- 5+ years
SCHEDULE:
- Youth 5-13: M/W 5:30-6:30
- 13+: M/W 6:30-8:30, Sat. 12:30-2
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
- Price per month:
1 person- member $67 non-member $100
2 person- member $125 non-member $185
3+ person- member $150 non-member $225 - Private Lessons available; member $50, non-member $75. Please contact to [email protected] schedule.
- For questions about cancellations and billing (including payment plans), please contact [email protected]
CONTACT:
- For more information, please contact [email protected]
Karate Kung Fu- Tigers (9-14)
Join Sensei Johnny for a powerful blend of Chinese Karate and traditional Kung Fu. This dynamic class will teach self-defense skills with precise strikes and fluid kicks. All rooted in the enriching values of the martial art.
Kung Fu Tigers (9-14 years): Tuesdays & Thursday 6:30-7:30 pm
Purchase or Rental of Gis are separate.
Question? Call 208 459 2498 ext 654 or Caldwell Youth Director
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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7/29/25 | 8/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 50.00 | $ 140.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Special Rate | ||
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09/02/25 - 09/25/25
September - Tu,Th - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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$50 - $140 |
Register Closes 09/09/2025 |
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09/30/25 - 10/23/25
October - Tu,Th - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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$50 - $140 |
Register Closes 10/07/2025 |
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10/28/25 - 11/20/25
November - Tu,Th - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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$50 - $140 |
Register Closes 11/04/2025 |
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11/25/25 - 12/18/25
December - Tu,Th - 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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$50 - $140 |
Register Closes 12/02/2025 |
Taekwondo
It is never too late to start! For the first timer we can introduce an entirely new athletic experience. Taekwondo compliments a healthy life-style by developing a well-rounded exercise program and approach toward overall health. Taekwondo offers an extremely rewarding experience for all. If a student has prior experience, they will be acknowledged for their work and will not have to start over as a white belt. We welcome all levels and abilities.
Taekwondo is an Auto Enrollment program. Participants will be automatically enrolled in the remaining months of the current calendar year and the YMCA will charge the payment method on file on the 1st of each month. Please email [email protected] or fill out a program cancelation form at the front desk to cancel.
SCHEDULE:
- Ages 5-11: Monday-Friday 5pm-6pm, can attend as many or as few classes as desired
- Ages 12+: Monday-Friday 6pm-7pm, can attend as many or as few classes as desired
- Ages 40+: Tuesday & Thursday 8am-9am, can attend as many or as few classes as desired – 805 W. Franklin Street, Boise, Idaho 83702
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
- Price per month:
1 person- member $75 non-member $125
2 person- member $120 non-member $200
3 person- member $180 non-member $300
4 or more- member $210 non-member $350 - For questions about cancellations and billing (including payment plans), please contact [email protected]
CONTACT:
- For more information, please contact [email protected]
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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10/20/21 | 12/31/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 75.00 | $ 125.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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08/01/25 - 08/31/25
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr
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Register Closes 08/31/2025 |
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09/01/25 - 09/30/25
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr
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Register Closes 10/01/2025 |
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10/01/25 - 10/31/25
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr
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Register Closes 10/31/2025 |
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11/01/25 - 11/30/25
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr
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Register Closes 12/01/2025 |
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12/01/25 - 12/31/25
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr
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Register Closes 12/31/2025 |