
Classes at the youth house
All classes take place at 47 west avenue, defuniak springs, fl 32435
First Methodist Church is excited to announce the following classes are now available! Please register for the class you would like as spaces are limited!


Kickn'Flips little tigers martial arts
When: Mondays
Time: 5:00pm - 5:30pm
Start Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
What: Are your kids interested in karate? Then this is the perfect class for them! Through hard work that is also super fun, the kids will be able to earn belts and certificates!
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Max Number of Students: 12 (kids that register after the class is filled will be placed on a wait list)
Age Group: 5-7 years old
Cost Per Month: $110 for the first month (This cost covers getting your child a uniform, belt, and boxing gloves) then $70 each month after that.
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Teacher:
Coach Kirt Galiano Coach Kirt Galiano started his Martial Arts and Fitness journey starting in 1995 to today. Proudly owning and operating multiple Martial Arts facilities and fitness locations, he has instructed over 25,000 adults and children in that span. In addition to his many accomplishments, Kirt is continuing his fitness education eying on his certifications in both NASM (National Association of Sports Medicine) and Rock Steady Kickboxing for Parkinsons. Listed below are some of Kirt's accomplishments: * Owner operator of Kickin'Flips Children's Fitness southern NJ and North West Florida (1995-Present) * Co-Lead Instructor Forge Martial Arts Santa Rosa Beach, FL (Present) * Partner USA Karate Centers Voorhees, NJ (1999-2007) * 4th degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do under the direction of Master Drew Hayes and Grand Master DW Drumm. Karate Institute of America * Crossfit Level 1 Certificate * Flyweight Gold Medalist PA State Championship full contact TKD (1993, 1994, 1996) Kirt also loves to participate in many local and regional races including, but not limited to: * Iron Man 70.3 Florida * Iron Man 70.3 Timberman * Iron Man 70.3 Racine * Iron Man 70.3 Atlantic City * Spartan Jacksonville Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Wildwood, and Ocean City marathons and half-marathons
kickn'flips karate kids martial arts
When: Mondays
Time: 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Start Date: Monday, January 5, 2026
What: Are your kids interested in karate? Then this is the perfect class for them! Through hard work that is also super fun, the kids will be able to earn belts and certificates!
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Max Number of Students: 12 (kids that register after the class is filled will be placed on a wait list)
Age Group: 8-11 years old
Cost Per Month: $110 for the first month (This cost covers getting your child a uniform, belt, and boxing gloves) then $70 each month after that.
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Teacher:
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Coach Kirt Galiano Coach Kirt Galiano started his Martial Arts and Fitness journey starting in 1995 to today. Proudly owning and operating multiple Martial Arts facilities and fitness locations, he has instructed over 25,000 adults and children in that span. In addition to his many accomplishments, Kirt is continuing his fitness education eying on his certifications in both NASM (National Association of Sports Medicine) and Rock Steady Kickboxing for Parkinsons. Listed below are some of Kirt's accomplishments: * Owner operator of Kickin'Flips Children's Fitness southern NJ and North West Florida (1995-Present) * Co-Lead Instructor Forge Martial Arts Santa Rosa Beach, FL (Present) * Partner USA Karate Centers Voorhees, NJ (1999-2007) * 4th degree Black Belt in Tang Soo Do under the direction of Master Drew Hayes and Grand Master DW Drumm. Karate Institute of America * Crossfit Level 1 Certificate * Flyweight Gold Medalist PA State Championship full contact TKD (1993, 1994, 1996) Kirt also loves to participate in many local and regional races including, but not limited to: * Iron Man 70.3 Florida * Iron Man 70.3 Timberman * Iron Man 70.3 Racine * Iron Man 70.3 Atlantic City * Spartan Jacksonville Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Wildwood, and Ocean City marathons and half-marathons



