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What Are The Best Martial Arts Styles For Men Over 40 [3 Top Picks]

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What Are The Best Martial arts

Styles for men over 40?

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If you're over 40, you're probably thinking that you're to old to start martial arts. However, there are styles where the risk of injury is small and the benefits are great. If you're not sure which style to get involved with we made a list of my top picks for Martial Arts Styles For Men Over 40:

  1. Tai Chi Chuan
  2. ​Danzan Ryu / Small Circle Juijitsu
  3. Ku​ng Fu

One of the questions that I get quite often at the Kung Fu Academy is “Am I too old to start training in martial arts?”

Warning for some of you old-timers out there,  if you're 40 years old and you've never taken a martial arts class and you have a dream of becoming a UFC champ or winning a gold medal in the Olympics for Judo it's too late. I mean I hate to be a dream squasher, but that ship has sailed and sunk.

However, if your goal is simply to improve your life, get in shape, learn practical self-defense or develop your strength and flexibility, then don't think twice about it. Sign up for a class right now.

Now lets dive deeper into these martial arts systems.

3 Of The Top Martial Arts For Men Over 40:

1. Tai Chi Chuan.

Most people have the wrong idea about the martial art of Tai Chi. And yes, Tai Chi is a martial art. The original art of Tai Chi Chuan teaches you how to kick, punch and throw.

However, in the United States today, you will be hard-pressed to find a Tai Chi Chuan school that focuses on the combat aspect of this fighting style. Instead, most schools will teach you to practice a form or sequence of movements that are performed in a sequence.

Behind the graceful movements, is very practical and useful self-defense techniques.

In my opinion, if you can find a qualified instructor that understands the actual meaning and application of all of the movements, then Tai Chi Chuan can be an excellent choice for you. In fact, Tai Chi can be trained well into your 80’s if done with care.

2. Danzan Ryu / Small Circle Jujitsu

This style comes from Japan and means "compliant art". Ju-Jitsu (also often referred to as Jujutsu) is a fighting system that employs a wide range of techniques - including strikes, kicks, throws, joint locks and choking.

Don’t get this confused with Brazillian Jujitsu which is consists of mostly ground fighting and wrestling techniques. I highly recommend NOT training in BJJ if you are over the age of 40 because of how hard it is on your body.

In addition, at a typical BJJ academy, you will find that well over 90% of the people training there are young men in their 20s. 

On the other hand, Small Circle. Danzan Ryu Jujitsu contains many practical arm lock and submission techniques. These control-oriented self-defense tactics are popular with Police forces all over the world. Training in this variant of jujitsu is not hard on the body. If you are not in the greatest of shape you can still do well with this style.

3. Kung Fu

Kung Fu is one of the best martial arts for men over the age of 40 to enroll in because of its practicality. The style of Kung Fu uses the element of surprise when dealing with self-defense situations. In addition, real Kung Fu training encompasses sharp blows and kicks applied to vulnerable points on the opponent's body.

Kung fu is a martial arts style that is not competitive. Instead, when you enroll in kung fu, you will mostly be practicing realistic self-defense techniques.

A good kung fu instructor will also teach you how to preserve your body over time. The instructor will give you exercises to do at home that when practiced consistently will give you body and mind longevity. 

If you ever go to China you will see many of the elderly, practicing Kung fu in the park in early mornings. This definitely leads to living a much healthier longer life.

The Truth About Martial Arts Styles For Men Over 40

The truth is that training in the martial arts does get a little trickier and more difficult as you get older. Let me give you an example, when I was in my teens if I threw too many punches or kicks, sure I would wake up sore, but I usually would recover by breakfast. Most days I would be back to full power by lunch. In my twenties if I woke up a little sore and might take a day or two to recover. When I hit my thirties it would take maybe 2 or 3 days. Now I'm in my late forties, and let me tell you some days I wake up and I'm sore and it may take a week or two before I'm feeling back to normal

Don't get me wrong I can still hit hard just as hard as I could have my 20 just not all day every day. 

The bottom line is I don't care if you're 20, 40, 60, 80, or 100, whatever if you've always wanted to try martial arts do it.

If you quit martial arts years ago and now you're worried that you'll never catch up, well thinking like that just going to take you farther and farther behind.

Remember that even if you can only show up for a class one time a week it's still going to be beneficial to you. Even little martial art training will make your life a whole lot better so whether you're twenty or a hundred and twenty go for it

Life is short my friend if you want to do something go do it. I promise you the climb is worth it with each step you take the view gets a little better.

7 Silat Sweeps Every Beginner Should Learn

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7 Silat Sweeps Every Beginner Should Learn

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Pencak Silat Mande Muda

A man named Uyuh Suwanda, created the style of Pencak Silat Mande Muda in 1951. Uyuh Suwanda was from Bandung, Indonesia. Originally, the Suwanda family was able to combine multiple styles of Indonesian Silat into their unique family system. In fact, some say they incorporated up to 23 different Pencak Silat styles to create this system.

Uyuh's son, Herman Suwanda brought this style of Silat to America . Within this style his rank was Guru Besar.

The Three Parts Of Pencak Silat

"Jurus", also known as “root”, are the first part of silat to learn.  Jurus are forms or memorized patterns. These patterns are sequences of self-defense techniques that when executed together create a logical flow. Similarly, in the style of Karate, these flows would be called “Kata”. Jurus contain all of your fundamental techniques. Practicing Jurus will develop your coordination and proper body mechanics.

Second, there is something know as Buah, also known as “fruit”.  Buah are partner drills. Most people would think of these as self-defense combos. Buah is how you learn to apply the technique in a real-life situation.

Thirdly, Silat contains "Kembangan", also known as “flower". Kembangan is a moving meditation done in a relaxed manner. The benefits of Kembangan are improving a person's balance, fluidity and rhythm. By practicing Kembangan you gain increased focus, concentration, and levels of awareness. 

The sweeps shown here come from the Harimau Style of Silat.

Harimau – Tiger (one of the styles taught in Mande Muda) – pronounced Har-e-maw (similar to wow)

There are 3 levels of each throw because Silat is not afraid to go to the ground. 



There are 3 levels for each of these sweeps:

  1. 1
    Standing the Tiger (Standing)
  2. 2
    Walking the Tiger (Kneeling)
  3. 3
    Rolling the Tiger (Ground)

Sapu Dalum (Inside Leg Sweep)

Place the right foot to the inside of the lead foot of the attacker and drag the attacker's foot back or to the defender's left side. Next, you face in the opposite direction of your opponent. The attacker will do the splits if performed correctly.

Sapu Luar (Outside Leg Sweep)

Place left foot to the outside of the lead foot of the attacker and move attackers body across yours so you move him from your right to your left. This should cause the attacker to be offset and move their right foot behind their left to maintain their balance so his legs are crossed; right in front of left.

Biset Dalum (Inside Back Sweep)

Place left foot inside attacker's right foot. You should be hip to hip and both of you should be facing forward. Sweep your left foot back.

Biset Luar (Outside Back Sweep)

This sweep is similar to the Judo throw O-soto-gari. You will be throwing your opponent backwards by facing in the opposite direction of you opponent. Slide your leg backward and THROUGH your opponents leg to off balance them. Simultaneously push on their shoulder both forward and downward. 

Puter Kapala (Head Throw Or Circular Throw)

We've nicknamed this throw as "the cement mixer". The head throw can be done with hand, pushing hip to get to throw or by using either leg. 

Additional Sweeps And Tackles

This throw is done using and s configuration of your legs. It is very similar to tani otoshi in Judo. You first have to stun your opponent. Next is to tackle them to the ground while using your legs to create an obstacle for them to trip over.

The last takedown is a simple pulling down of your opponent, by pulling them backward.  You quickly pull on both shoulders from behind. The goal is to shift your opponents weight over and past their heels to make them fall.

In conclusion, Pencak Silat sweeps can be very effective for self-defense. When your opponent hits the ground, their fall can cause additional injuries. In addition, taking down your opponent will allow you to make sure there are no other imminent threats. For instance, an accomplice of the attacker coming at you with a baseball bat.

Silat was designed to only include techniques and strategies proven to work on the battlefield. 

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Tae Kwon Do vs. Kung Fu vs. Karate

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Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu And Karate are all great styles

Read on to see the differences

Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu And Karate

First, there is no “best” style of martial art. It is much better to think of styles in terms of what you want to get out of your training.

For example, do you want to get fit? Then, almost all styles will meet your need, because all martial arts have a fitness component to them. Do you want practical self-defense? Then you should train in a martial art that contains techniques like throat strikes, eye gouges, and groin kicks. Are you looking for a very formal setting? Then Karate is the answer for you because karate comes from Japan.

Let me elaborate, most Japanese martial arts styles have various rituals and traditions that come from the Japanese culture, which is very formal.

Second, the difference between styles is not as important as the differences in instructors.

Having the right instructor can make all the difference in the world. You should ask yourself what kind of instructor you think would best mesh with your personality.

For example, are you looking for a taskmaster? Or would an instructor who is more patient and soft-spoken be more up your alley?

That being said, here are the differences between Tae Kwon Do, Kung Fu And Karate.

Tae Kwon Do

First, Tae Kwon Do is a martial art that originated in Korea. Specifically, South Korea. In fact, Tae kwon do is the nation's national sport.

Tae kwon do is what is known as a combat sport. A combat sport takes martial arts techniques originally designed for the battlefield and adapts them for competition. In fact, Tae Kwon Do's main emphasis is on strategies for using both kicks and punches to win a competitive match.

Tae Kwon Do Kicking

Generally speaking, Tae kwon do places an emphasis on kicking techniques. Don't get me wrong, Tae Kwon Do does include punches and blocks, in addition to kicks. However, the kicks of Tae kwon do is its defining characteristic.

Some of the kicks you will learn in a Tae Kwon Do school are Sidekicks, Front kicks, roundhouse kicks and the most spectacular of all jumping spinning kicks.

Because of this emphasis on kicking techniques be prepared for a lot of stretching during class. In fact, most Tae kwon do schools spend about 40% of class time on stretching your legs out.

Second, Tae kwon do training can include learning weapons. Most Tae kwon do schools teach the Kama (Sickle), nunchaku, and the bo staff.

That being said, I think that the one major weakness of learning Tae kwon do is that you will no learn any grappling techniques. Grappling consists of clinching tackles takedown, throws, and ground fighting. Grappling is a part of almost every self-defense scenario and neglecting this major part of self-defense can be a mistake.

Tae kwon do is also standardized. The curriculum is the same no matter what school you go to. Because of this, you may move to a new city pick up right where you left off at a new tae kwon do school.

Contrast this with Kung Fu, where every single school has a unique curriculum.

Kung Fu

Kung Fu is an umbrella term for martial arts that originated in China. Throughout China's long history, many styles of fighting developed. These styles are known as Kung Fu.

You may have heard of some of these styles. For example, Wing Chun, Shaolin, Preying Mantis, Tai Chi, and Wushu are well-known styles of Chinese kung fu.

In reality, the words “Kung Fu” do not mean fighting or martial arts. Instead, when translated directly, The words Kung fu translate to hard work.

Of all three styles Kung fu has the most emphasis on self-defense techniques, such as elbow and knee strike, headbutts, and eye strikes.

The unique aspect of Kung Fu training is the use of tactile sensitivity.

Tactile sensitivity is the ability to decide on what kind of move to use in self-defense not based on sight but rather by feeling out the opponent's position.

Taking out the reliance on sight makes fighting much more instinctual and thus instantaneous. See the video to understand what tactile sensitivity is.

Generally speaking, Kung fu is more fluid in its movements and combinations. While both Karate and Taekwondo, tend to be more rigid in their structure.

In addition to empty hand fighting, Kung fu includes training in many ancient weapons such as the long wooden staff and sword work.

Karate

Karate is the most well know of all 3 styles. It is the most widely practiced martial art in the world.

As you might already know, Karate comes from Japan. Specifically, and island off the coast of Japan called Okinawa. One man, in particular, is responsible for the evolution and proliferation of karate as the most popular martial art. His name was Gichin Funakoshi.

Funakoshi is considered the father of modern-day karate.

Next, Japanese society is very formalized and Karate class reflects that formality.

In a typical Karate class, you will see very elaborate rules of etiquette. There are specific ways and times to bow. In addition, there are even formalized ways to line up.

These rules are enforced because they are considered to be polite ways of interacting in Japanese culture. New karate students may have to learn these through observation, as in many instances these are not written down

The word Karate is actually a combination of two Japanese words. “Kara”, meaning empty and “Te” meaning hand.

Today, there are 5 main subsections or styles of karate practiced. The 5 styles are Shotokan, Gojo Ryu, Shito Ryu, Wado Ryu, and Shorin Ryu.

Tae Kwon Do vs. Kung Fu vs. Karate

A Taekwondo so school is called a “dojang”. A Karate school is called a "dojo". While a Kung Fu School is called a "kwoon".

All 3 of these styles use a method of training called forms. Forms are a routine, similar to a dance routine where all of the moves are memorized and choreographed. In the martial art of Tae Kwon Do, these forms are colled Poomse. In the martial art of karate, these forms are called kata. While in the martial arts of Kung Fu these forms are called Lu.

In addition to forms, most martial arts schools that teach these 3 styles, will also have some type of sparring as a part of the class curriculum.

Sparring is a form of training where you are competing against another student in class.

They are trying to hit you and you are trying to hit them. Sparring can include kicks, punches and takedowns.

Sparring is usually against a single opponent that is approximately your size.

In conclusion, all styles of martial arts are good for you. Generally speaking, training in martial arts is about trying to better yourself. It is about training to be the best person you can be.

In reality, you will get the benefits of martial arts from training in any style. Benefits like self-discipline, self-control, flexibility, and fitness are just a part of living a martial artist lifestyle. Your next step is to think about what kind of environment you want to be in. you should think about what kind of instructor you are looking for.

Don't Sign Up At The First Tae Kwon Do, Karete, Kung Fu School You Visit.

First, go out and participate in a trial class at multiple schools. Most schools offer a one-day free trial. We certainly do. Trying out different venues is really an eye-opening experience. You will see a huge difference in teaching styles and cultures.

Next, definitely, do not sign up at the first school you try out. Make sure you try out at least 3 before making a decision. Sounds like a lot of work? Well, you don't want to get stuck at a school then later wish you had not signed up there.

I always hope that people who walk into the Las Vegas Kung Fu Academy have tried other schools previously. Why? Because then I know they will have the background knowledge to see how we are different.

Are you interested in doing a trial class here at our academy? We would love to have you as a student! We are looking for motivated individuals who will train hard and practice at home. I hope this is you.

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11 Incredible Ways Martial Arts for Children Boosts Their Self-Confidence

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There is a wealth of benefits for kids that train in martial arts. Martial arts teaches them how to stand up for them self, improve their leadership skills,  teaches them how to embrace failure, but most of all, training in the martial arts boost their confidence.

Kids today have much to learn about recreation. Most of the recreational activities they enjoy are online and on their electronic devices. This often leads them to be lazier with activities that don’t involve any electronics.

Parents seek to transform this attitude into something positive, and martial arts hold that transformative power. Martial arts have a lot of positive impacts on the life of your child. This makes it a great choice if you want your kids to explore the world outside electronics.

Most parents have doubts about martial arts for children. They often fear the impact it will have on their minds if they think they’re not good enough. We’re here to tell you how martial arts can boost your children’s self-confidence through these 11 ways.

1. Teaches Them to Stand Up for Themselves

There are many situations where your child will need to stand up for themselves. These often manifest in the form of someone talking down on them. Teachers telling your kids they’re wrong despite them thinking otherwise is another form this takes.

When this happens, you want your child to stand up and tell the other person what’s on their mind. Martial arts help with that by teaching your kids it’s okay to go against the popular opinion. What’s important is that they’re respectful in addressing the situation.

2. Helps them Deter Bullies

Bullying is still prevalent despite the efforts of schools to diminish it. Your child can be a bully’s target without you knowing about it. They often fear telling others as they feel that people will look down on them for not being able to defend themselves.

Enrolling them in martial arts for children can help them deter bullying. Martial arts are a great solution to stop bullying in schools. This is because children learn how to defend themselves and how to handle themselves in a fight if it comes to that.

3. Improves Their Leadership Skills

Children have a common mindset among themselves. They often find it easier to become a follower than a leader. Enrolling your child in martial arts helps them change this mindset by giving them indirect leadership training.

This is because they learn the importance of teamwork during their training. This also teaches them the importance of having someone lead a team.

They’re exposed to examples of leaders in the form of their instructors. They use them as examples to follow when a leading figure is missing in a group.

4. Corrects Their Posture

Poor posture is a factor contributing to why your children are shy. They’re often embarrassed by how they look because it’s different from everyone else. Martial arts will help them correct their posture.

This often happens during training. They do different stretches to make their joints more flexible. Doing this also improves their postures as they continue with training.

5. Martial Arts Show Them Everyone Is the Same

Kids are often shy towards certain individuals. This is because they put them on a pedestal based on certain factors that they think set them apart. This can encourage toxic behavior as these people abuse your kids when they detect the special treatment they receive from them.

Martial arts teach kids a valuable lesson about seeing everyone as equals. This will remove that mindset from your children.

6. It Has a Way of Showing Kids to Embrace Failure

Failure is another thing that makes children shy. They fear to look like a fool in front of people, especially their peers and people they idolize. This often causes them to miss great opportunities for a better future in school.

Enrolling them in martial arts is a great way to remove this. Instructors tell them that being perfect isn’t something to achieve. They teach them that progress is more important than perfection, and that failure is a part of progress.


7. Helps them Focus on Important Matters

Distraction often results in insecurity. Children have a great time doing something until they’re distracted. They often shrink when faced with a crowd, and martial arts will fix that.

Focus is among the seven skills martial arts develop. This will help your children focus on what makes them happy. This will help them achieve greatness in public.

8. Teaches Them Incredible Self Defense

Children often lack the confidence to go out alone to enjoy outdoor activities. This is often because of neighborhood bullies and other dangerous people.

Knowing martial arts will help them feel safer when they’re outside to do activities.

9. Teaches Them Self Awareness

Kids often think they look good when they look awkward in reality. This embarrasses them when they find out how they look from others. This then discourages them from doing it again even if they enjoy it.

An underrated skill learned in martial arts is self-awareness. This helps students learn how their footing is wrong and such. It will also help them know how they look when doing their activities.

10. Great Way to Fight Obesity

Children’s weight is another thing that makes them shy. Kids make the weight of a person a big deal for whatever reason. They often bully someone for being fatter even if it’s only slighter than others.

Martial arts are a great way to keep your kids in shape. The training involved helps them burn excess fat from their bodies. This leads to an easier body shaping process when they grow up.

11. Develops Their Mental Fortitude

Martial arts help not only strengthen the body. Your children also strengthen their minds with each session they attend. This happens when they learn about discipline during training.

They learn that their actions have consequences while they’re training. This makes them aware of their responsibilities when they do something. They also learn that those are their only responsibilities, nothing more.

This takes a lot off of a child’s mind. Doing this strengthens their mental state and helps them become a well-adjusted person.

Enjoy The Benefits of Martial Arts for Children!

Martial arts for children will give them a big boost in confidence. There are many ways this can happen and reading our guide will help you understand how. Enroll your children in martial arts today!

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Should I join the gym or kickboxing class?

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You should definitely join kickboxing rather than a gym. Kickboxing exercises your entire body at the same time and will give you more than just strength.

Here Are 6 Benefits You Get From Joining Our Martial Arts/Kickboxing Class

  1. 1
    Practical, Effective Self Defense
  2. 2
    Increased Concentration And Focus
  3. 3
    Stress Relief
  4. 4
    Kickboxing Class Gives You Confidence
  5. 5
    The Best Whole Body Workout
  6. 6
    A Challenge To Overcome

What kind of kickboxing class are you looking for?

First, you must decide on what kind of class you are looking for. So you want a class that is just a workout but does not teach you how to apply the techniques.

Remember kickboxing techniques are meant to be used against and opponent, not a heavy bag.

Bag work should be a small part of the class and not take up 90% of class time. In addition, in most cardio kickboxing classes, the emphasis is on getting a workout. The instructor doesn't actually take the time to refine and correct your technique.

Kickboxing Class Is One Of The Best Whole Body Workouts

Look, bodybuilding, weightlifting, and running are great workout routines. However, the treadmill and dumbbells have one thing in common. Both are extremely boring.

These days, you want to spend your valuable time doing two things at once if possible. If you could get in great shape while learning techniques that could save you in a self-defense situation, why wouldn't you?

Don't you want a workout that will work you to work out your whole body all at once? Kickboxing class is an incredibly efficient way to workout.

Here, we are different. We want you to learn why you are doing the technique in a certain way. The details matter. Details are what make the self-defense component real. If you actually have to defend yourself your fundamentals are what is going to come out. Especially if your body is undergoing an adrenal stress response.

Kickboxing gives you both strength, flexibility and cardio Kickboxing class is the answer you have been looking for. By combing actual martial arts techniques with cardio like pace will give you the heart-pumping workout you have been looking for.

There are some estimates that kickboxing class can burn up to 750 calories in an hour. This is because the kicks and punches force you to engage all of the muscles at once. In addition, you will find your core muscles working to stabilize your balance every time you kick or strike.

Kickboxing Class Is Challenging

Can you imagine how it feels when you start something as challenging as learning a martial art, then actually getting good at it? In addition, The feeling of accomplishment you get every time you walk out of a class gives you confidence.

If it doesn't challenge you it doesn't change you.

Concentration And Focus

Kickboxing class gives you increased focus and concentration.

A kickboxing class is about endurance for sure, but di you know that classes are also about focus and concentration? Half the battle of a kickboxing class is the mental component. You need to focus on the details of each jab, each left hook and each round kick.

“Are my feet in the right position?”, “ Are my hand in the correct guard position after I execute the Right hook?” These are questions that force you to concentrate. These corrections put you into the zone.

Stress Relief

Are you stressed out? Do you need something that you can take out all of your frustrations out on?

How do you tend to deal with it? Some people find relief in food or alcohol. Some people numb their stress by playing video games. You are not the type of person you need to relieve your stress through a workout.

Here is the good news...
Kickboxing is one of the most stress-relieving activities you can do. Why? The secret to stress relief is hitting the punch mitts

I want you to think about what is stressing you out. Then, I want you to start kicking pads really hard for 30 minutes. Don't think that would help? It helps tremendously!

There is something about hitting something that gives you a sense of peace and calms your nerves. Release those feel-good hormones know as endorphins and go home collected and get a great night's rest.

Confidence

Kickboxing gives you confidence

You want to feel confident in your daily life. There is nothing more confident than being able to kick butt. Remember confidence comes from being competent at something.

Every improvement in your journey gives you a small increase in your confidence level. You feel just a little bit stronger every day.

Now, you have set your mind to improve your martial arts abilities. Next, you set your mind to accomplish the goal of the work promotion, the next date or whatever you want to accomplish. You know that anything you want to accomplish requires the same work ethic, the same effort, and the same consistency and getting good at a martial art like kickboxing.

Kickboxing is a combat sport. But what if you don't want to compete?
Our class does sometimes include live sparring.

I know what you are thinking...
“But I don't want to spar” and yes you are right to have concerns. However, if sparring is done in the right environment and without ego, sparring can be really safe and super fun.

You know that the minutia you have to deal with at work, is nothing compared to the pressure you feel during sparring. Everything problem seems less important, your life now seems like a breeze, because you are constantly putting yourself under pressure in kickboxing class.

You now know path to get there and you have the confidence necessary to make it happen!

Is Kickboxing Effective And Practical Self-defense?

Yes, it is. Your knowledge of kickboxing is a definite advantage in a fight. If you combine your techniques to include just a few self defense-related targets, you will have an excellent and reliable means to defend yourself.

What do I mean by a few self defense-related targets? Well, the most vulnerable targets to attack on the human body are the eyes, throat and groin areas.

So if you can use your kickboxing techniques to aim for these specific areas, you have a practical self-defense system.

What To Expect When you Enroll In Our Kickboxing Class

First, we don't have a specific class that is just kickboxing. Kickboxing is part of what we call the adult beginner class. In the adult beginner class we do all of the styles of martial arts. So you will be learning the Jeet Kune Do version of kickboxing, while simultaneously learning the Muay Thai version of techniques. Chinese Kung Fu has a sport version of the art known as San Shou. We combine all of the arts together to form our kickboxing curriculum.

Sometime you will be working on the heavy bag. Other times you will be working with a partner using punch mitts. And sometimes we go into sparring. Keep an open mind and know that we are there to make you strong, in shape and able to defend yourself.

All of our classes are based on authentic kickboxing techniques and strategies. You are not just another number here. This is a personalized experience where you get to know the people in your class and the instructor knows your name form the very first day. You get corrected on your form and the expectation is that you improve in your level of detail and actually get good at kickboxing.

If this the experience you are looking for then give us a call at 702-336-1095

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