Class Descriptions

American Kenpo-
American Kenpo or Kenpo Karate is a system of martial arts characterized by the use of quick moves in rapid-fire succession intended to overwhelm an opponent. It is largely marketed as a self-defense system, and is derived from traditional Southern Chinese kung fu and other martial arts found in the cultural melting pot of Hawaii Ed Parker introduced significant modifications in his art, including principles, theories, and concepts of motion as well as terminology, throughout his life. He left behind a large number of instructors who teach many different versions of American Kenpo.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu -
A predominantly ground oriented martial art which was originally derived from traditional Japanese Jiu-Jitsu and Judo. In the past decade, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu's popularity has spread due to its success in mixed martial arts contests. The art is heavily based around the development of numerous submission holds, but emphasis is also placed on gaining and maintaining advantageous positions. Taught by Edward Bradfuhrer and Emil Markulis.

Bujinkan-
More commonly known as "ninjutsu" , Bujinkan incorporates armed and unarmed combat into its training. The focus is toward self-improvement through the practice of practical self-protection skills and the perpetuation of these combat systems as they have been passed down through the ages. Taught by Keith Weaver.

Capoeira-
A Brazilian form of combat adapted by African slaves to fight oppression. Capoeira is dance-like, and many believe it was developed this way to be disguised as a dance to the slave owners. Taught by Phil Ordonez.

Eskrima-
Eskrima (also known as Arnis and Kali) is a weapons based martial art which comes from the Philippines. Its difference from other martial arts is that the student is taught to train with weapons from the very start, rather than starting on empty hands training (like many martial arts do). This type of training builds manual dexterity in the practitioner and also trains faster conditioned responses to various attacks. Although it is weapons based, it also includes striking (kicking and punching), wrestling and grappling, and even groundfighting, as well as teaching practical defenses against most weapons. Taught By John Bragg.

Lion Dance-
A form of traditional dance in Chinese culture, in which performers mimic the lion's movements in a lion costume. The dance is traditionally accompanied by gongs, drums and firecrackers, representing the descent of good luck. Taught by Arthur Luk.

SanShou-
A combat-oriented martial art developed and used by the Chinese military. San Shou includes elements of Muay Thai kickboxing, Western boxing and Kung Fu. It is a consolidation of Chinese martial art theories and techniques into a new form that consists of rules and the ability to execute techniques at full power. It is a complete system of realistic unarmed combat covering the skills of striking, grappling, wrestling, groundfighting, and weapon defenses. San shou is a kickboxing style, it consists of standard kicks and punches, but then it enters into entrapment, which leads to throws or takedowns.The class includes endurance training, padwork, sparring, knife defense and self defense. Taught by Michael Brown.

Tai Chi-
A Chinese system of physical exercises that is believed to facilitate the flow of Qi (life force) in the body, promoting good health and vitality. Tai Chi utilizes movements that are Yin Yang opposites: softness and strength, forward and backwards, action and calm. Taught by Kelly Patton.

In addition to our regular classes, we have open training sessions on weekends that include inter-discipline sparring, seminars, and a Demo Team where you can learn how to do flashy moves and stunts. Depending on the interest shown at the General Meeting, we will also consider adding women's self defense and cardio kickboxing classes to the schedule.

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