Kick, jab, punch! Not having any formal martial arts training, I’ll admit that checking out Martin Buell’s kempo karate class was a bit intimidating, but upon arrival, I was welcomed into the group ...

Classes: The special-needs one-hour kenpo karate class is at 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Other classes for children and adults are available throughout the week. Cost: $79 a month, $50 initiation ...

Sensei Ricky Spritz, 35, has taught karate to special-needs children for more than 15 years. "Ultimately what I hope kids get out of my class is a tool for life," Spritz said. "I hope that they can ...