Duration: 90 min; Free; Tired of fearing bigger people? Then it's time to flip the script with Brazilian Jitsu! During this free trial class you'll learn that proper technique, leverage, and ground positioning will beat size and strength in almost any fight. You'll focus on learning to find the competitive advantage through the use of takedowns, joint-locks, and chokeholds. You'll receive your instruction from a BJJ martial artist, focus on the basics, and apply those techniques to live sparring practice. In addition to building the confidence that you can win any fight, you'll be getting a great workout, developing both your stamina and flexibility. Sooner or later most fights end up on the ground- learn to not only get there faster, but use quick and efficient grappling moves to beat the big guy!
Master the fundamentals of one of the most effective martial arts in practice today
Learn to overcome larger opponents with effective takedowns and grappling techniques
Develop second nature combat reflexes through drills and sparring
Gain the mental and physical health benefits that come from studying self-defense
Taekwondo
Duration: 1 hour; Free; Taekwando, a Korean form of martial arts, is an empty-hand combat form that lets your whole body get in on the fun. In this free trial class, you'll master the fundamental skills of this style through energetic drills designed to build your form, strength, and stamina. Along the way, you'll also get plenty of sparring to develop practical ability, and learn kata to achieve mental focus and control. In addition to learning a well-respected and effective self-defense style, you'll be gaining the discipline and confidence to even achieve your goals- including those outside competition and self-defense. Besides, kicking and punching never get old - when you're the one doing it.
Learn an empty-hand combat form that entails the use of the whole body
Develop your core strength and motor control as you drill kicks, punches, and kata
Build the reflexes you'll need in a real fight with heart-pounding live sparring sessions
Develop the self-assurance and discipline that come naturally from martial arts practice
Note: This is a free trial class for first time students only.
Judo
Duration: 90 min; Free; Judo, known as the "gentle way," incorporates a variety of techniques and skills designed to subdue one's adversary without causing more harm than necessary. In this free-trial class, you'll learn to use a variety of unbalancing maneuvers designed to use your opponents' weight against them, meaning you can take on assailants who may weigh considerably more than you In addition, you'll pick up some holds and joint locks designed to easily restrain, and work on punches and kicks so that you can strike with confidence when necessary. This trial course is a great way to explore one of the most effective self-defense techniques, and introduce yourself to a supportive learning environment. It may be gentle, but you'll still be kicking butt!
Discover the basics of one of the world's most popular self-defense styles
Learn to defend yourself with ease in a style that focuses on weight shifts and efficiency
Internalize throws, blocks, holds and other other maneuvers so that they're second nature
Develop the confidence that can only come from knowing how to defend yourself
Note: This is a free trial class for first time students only.
Cancellation Policy: This is a free trial class for for first time attendees only. As a courtesy to fellow participants, please provide at least 24 hour cancellation notice.