Our Programs

What we offer

Martial Arts Classes

We are Red Deer and Central Alberta’s longest running and best equipped Martial Arts school. We have been teaching students since 1983 and continue to be the Martial Arts leader in Central Alberta. Whether you are looking to study Karate, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, or Self Defense, we have the perfect class for you.

Children’s Karate Classes

If you are looking to put your child in to Martial Arts, our Kids Karate classes are the perfect first step. We offer a 3-month introductory program for new beginners, and start taking children around 5 years old. Our Kids Karate classes teach the basic skills of karate (techniques and training advance as they do) and the classes instill a sense of respect, self worth, and discipline.

At Cheney’s Zen Karate & Kickboxing, our goal is for students to develop both a strong mind and body. Respect, focus, and self discipline are some of the values that play a vital role in our training. Our programs place great emphasis on both academic and Martial Arts achievements. All children training at our school and affiliate schools are required to maintain strong academic performance while training with us. Though we realize that not all children are straight “A” students, we require students to submit their report cards from school to ensure that each child is doing their best. We work closely with parents to ensure that children who train in our program are respectful both at home and school, and maintain a strong work ethic in their Martial Arts training. Our mission is to develop strong, confident individuals who will become future leaders.

What’s included

Expert Level Training in a Safe and Fun Environment

Children Learn Respect, Self Worth, and Discipline

Children Develop a Strong Mind and Body

Life Saving Self Defense Skills

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Adult Karate Programs

Our Adult Karate classes are aimed at developing a persons fitness and self defense. Our Adult Karate classes are great for both recreational and competitive Martial Arts students.

Our Adult Karate classes are excellent for improving cardio, flexibility, fitness, and coordination, but also help reduce anxiety, stress, and increase confidence and self-worth. Our Adult Karate class provides one of the most comprehensive and physical workouts possible, while providing knowledge of self defense; knowledge which could prove to be life saving

What’s included

World Class Training from Certified Professionals

Life Saving Self Defense Skills

Increase your Fitness, Flexibility, Coordination, and More

Decrease Stress and Anxiety

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Kickboxing & Muay Thai classes

Combining traditional Muay Thai, Martial Arts, and Boxing techniques, along with an intense cardiovascular workout make this class the ULTIMATE in conditioning and challenge. In this class you will learn from real Kickboxers, not fitness instructors or Martial Artists who put on boxing gloves and call themselves kickboxers.

Cheney’s Zen Karate & Kickboxing is the only school in the area certified to teach kickboxing by ALL major sanctioning bodies. Master Instructor Lyle Cheney is also ranked as the “Referee in Chief” of the Ring Sports Association (the oldest and most respected Kickboxing and Muay Thai Official’s Association in Canada) Sensei Lyle is one of a few people in Canada certified to officiate both International Professional and Amateur World Title matches as a referee and judge by virtually ALL sanctioning bodies in the world.

At Cheney’s Zen Karate & Kickboxing, you can become a fighter, or just get in fighting shape. Competitive and non-competitive classes are available.

What’s included

World Class Training from Certified Professionals

Expert Level Training for Recreational and Competitive Students

Increased Fitness, Coordination, and Defense

Opportunities for High Level Competitions and Titles

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Self Defense classes & personal protection

At Cheney’s Zen Karate & Kickboxing, you do not need to train in a regular Martial Arts program to learn critical self defense skills. We operate our Self Defense classes on a private and semi-private basis. We have Self Defense classes for individuals, Self Defense classes for groups, and self defense classes for companies.

Master instructor Lyle Cheney teaches all Self Defense and Personal Protection classes. Mr. Cheney has over 47 years experience as a Martial Artist, 39 years instructing Martial Arts, and is a retired, 20 year veteran RCMP Auxiliary Police Constable. Mr. Cheney is knowledgeable in a wide variety of assault and crime prevention techniques.

What’s included

Expert Level Training from Certified Professionals

Life Saving Self Defense techniques

Real Life Situations, Examples, and How to Combat

Decrease in Anxiety and Stress, and Increase in Self Confidence

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We provide Karate classes, Kickboxing classes, Muay Thai classes, and Self Defense classes to Red Deer, Blackfalds, Lacombe, Sylvan Lake, and all Central Alberta.

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