Duration: 90 min; Free. Is your rough and tumble fighting style a little rough around the edges? Come down to Paragon Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and learn some of the finer points of martial arts in this all-level Jiu Jitsu class. With the help of an expert instructor, you'll learn techniques for bringing down an opponent and ways to defend yourself while being brought down. You'll learn the moves in isolation at first, but then you'll apply them during live sparring. This is not only a great way to learn important skills, it's a fantastic way to get into shape -- you'll increase your agility, strength, and stamina. It's likely that after just a few classes you'll be in the best shape of your life! See you at the gym, champ!
Learn the basics of jiu jitsu, with a special focus on wrestling
Practice your technique with help from an expert instructor who knows how tap into a student's potential
Get in great shape, increasing your strength, agility, flexibility, and stamina
Make new friends in a warm and welcoming environment
Note: This is a free trial class for first time attendees only.
Free Trial Muay Thai Kickboxing (Thousand Oaks)
Duration: 1 hour; Free. When most people think of kickboxing, they probably think feet. But when it comes right down to it, Muay Thai Kickboxing is really about eight things: two knees, two chins, two elbows, and two elbows. Known as the "art of eight limbs", Muay Thai is a combat sport that makes use of devastating strikes to subdue opponents based on these points of contacts, plus complimentary clinching techniques. During this free introduction you'll drill techniques designed to make these moves second nature. You'll also participate in controlled partner work to develop your reflexes and combat mentality. In addition to being a popular combat sport and self-defense approach, Muay Thai practice is also recognized as an extremely effective workout regimen that strengthens and sculpts the body. Say hello to your better self.
Enjoy a free introduction to a powerful and popular martial arts discipline, Muay Thai
Learn strike fundamentals using the eight points of contacts favored by this style
Get fit with one of the best martial arts for cardiovascular and strength conditioning
Discover a sport that is also a great self-defense technique for real world situations
Note: This is a free trial class.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Thousand Oaks)
Duration: 90 min; Free. What to wear, what to wear? How about a traditional Jiu Jitsu Gi kimono? Come down to Paragon Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and try one on for size! While you're there, you can also learn all the fundamentals of this incredible martial arts form. This class focuses on the grappling element, so you'll be fully prepared if any fights go to the ground. Your expert instructor will help you with the moves and techniques, slowly at first, and then you'll put them into full speed motion with some live sparring. This is a great way to get into shape and build your agility, strength, flexibility, and stamina. As you develop your self-discipline, respect, and focus, you'll notice increases in your emotional and mental well-being as well. If you love your Gi Kimono so much that you want to wear it in your everyday life, we won't judge you. Just wash it first, please.
Learn the fundamental techniques for grappling in this all-level Jiu Jitsu class
Practice your moves with the help of an expert instructor who will work at a pace appropriate for you
Increase your strength, agility, flexibility, and stamina
Make new friends in a warm and welcoming environment
Note: This is a free trial class for first time attendees only.
Cancellation Policy: As a courtesy to fellow participants, please provide at least 24 hour cancellation notice.