Children can learn discipline and the exciting and interesting aspects of martial arts at this event each May but the Heart of Kentucky Youth Festival, presented by John Cox Martial Arts, is so much more!

The Festival has slides and bouncers, a race car display, model airplanes, a Karate photography studio, Stranger Danger classes, arts and crafts, martial arts demonstrations, 4-wheeler safety exhibit, a rock wall climb, helicopter display, great food and hot air balloon rides (weather permitting).

It’s quite simply a wonderland for kids and, well, adults, too!

 Held Sat., May 17, in 2008 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. rain or shine at the Centre Square Convention Center, general admission is free (some activities might require a fee) and the Festival is open to kids of all ages.

Special guest Sensei Anthony Sandoval will also be on hand. Sandoval is a 10^th degree black belt, founder of Americas Hakutsuru, winner of two World Karate Champion titles (1972 in Tokyo, Japan and 1980 World Silver Cup in Culver City, Calif.) and a Marine Corps Judo Champion.

This is a rare opportunity for kids that not only provides fun and educational activities but will introduce them to courage, values and strength of body and mind.

For more information, call 270.692.3928, e-mail kydirskf@yahoo.com, or visit the John Cox Martial Arts studio at 549 E. Main St. Ste. 549, Lebanon KY 40033.

Downloadable Heart of Kentucky Youth Festival Flyer

This event is sponsored by John Cox Martial Arts, the Lebanon Tourist & Convention Commission, Kay’s Barber Shop, Studio 125, All About You Beauty Salon, Elmer George, Wheatley Body Shop, Wheatley Auto Sales, Charles David Langford & Cedarwood Restaurant.

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Centre Square is the visitor center in downtown.