In the grand state of North Carolina, where the sweet scent of dogwood flowers fills the air and the Blue Ridge Mountains stand with an aura of supremacy, a unique, quirky and humorous character has emerged. His name is Kung Fu Kenny, a skunk with a black belt in Karate. Yes, you heard it right! A skunk doing Karate, who's ever heard of such a thing? Kung Fu Kenny has a mission to teach the kids of North Carolina all about karate. He's a black and white ball of fur with a tail that swishes like a samurai sword. At first, the kids were a bit put off, I mean, who wouldn’t be skeptical of a skunk teaching them martial arts? But boy, were they in for a surprise! Kenny's karate classes are nothing short of a comedy show. He hops, skips, and somersaults, and sometimes even forgets that he's a skunk and not a kangaroo! The kids giggle and laugh, not just at his funny antics, but also when they try to copy his moves and end up in hilarious poses. In North Carolina, karate isn't just a way to stay fit, but it’s also a fun-filled activity that bonds these kids together. It doesn't matter if they are from Charlotte city or the peaceful town of Asheville; all kids join in the dojo, eager to learn under their unconventional yet lovable teacher, Kung Fu Kenny. And you bet, they fight not just with their fists, but with a robust burst of laughter that echoes across the Tar Heel State. So, if you ever find yourself in North Carolina, don't be surprised if you see a group of kids practicing karate under the watchful eyes of a skunk. Remember, it's just Kung Fu Kenny and his karate kids adding a twist of fun to the world of martial arts!

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Naperville, IL 60540
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Wagoner's Infusion Martial Arts offers a unique blend of martial arts to make sure your child develops the skills they need to succeed in life. Our classes are led by experienced instructors who are passionate about teaching martial arts. They make sure that each student learns a variety of martial arts techniques and skills, while also having fun. In addition to Tae Kwon Do, we incorporate other forms of martial arts such as Hap-Kido and GoJu-Ryu Karate. Our classes also include Self Defense classes for anyone interested in the basics of defending themselves. We invite you to join us for two weeks of free trial classes and experience the Wagoner's Infusion Martial Arts program for yourself. Our classes are designed to help children and adults learn the skills they need to defend themselves while having fun and learning self discipline. We look forward to welcoming you to our program and helping you reach your goals.

Hillsborough, NC 27278
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