Are they rooted in combat and defense? In many cases, yes. But the benefits of martials arts go so much deeper than that, and it’s critical that you don’t miss out on the true intention (and potential!) behind the training. Martial arts have been a part of human culture for thousands of years, and for …
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Are you considering a martial arts class? It can be a great decision, increasing not only your confidence and safety but your overall health and wellbeing. This spills over into your mental space too, helping you to process the world intentionally and regulate your emotions. Do a little digging and you’ll find that there are …
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Are you considering a women’s self defense class? We highly recommend it! It’s a chance to pack a lot of education into a condensed time frame, equipping you with skills that we want you to have but hope you won’t need. But first, we get it: committing to a course can feel intimidating. And if …
1 in 2 adults doesn’t get enough aerobic physical activity. If you’re looking to increase your physical activity level, you might consider learning martial arts. Martial arts offers a unique mix of aerobic and anaerobic activity that provides numerous benefits to the mind and body. But you won’t become a master overnight. How long does it take …
Did you know that around 48 percent of Americans avoid going to certain areas or neighborhoods to protect themselves? Unfortunately, even in the safest neighborhoods, you can be at risk. You never know when something could happen, and simply avoiding areas deemed dangerous might not be enough. It’s important to have basic knowledge of how to defend …
On average, almost half a million women are raped or sexually assaulted in the United States every year. More than 80 percent of women report experiencing sexual harassment in their lifetimes. With those sorts of statistics, it’s a horrible truth that many of us may have to fight off an attack at some point in our lives. …
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Did you know that physical activity that’s done regularly can help adolescents and children in a variety of ways? These ways include the improvement of cardiorespiratory fitness, the building of strong muscles and bones, the control of weight, and more. If your child has chosen Jiu Jitsu as their form of physical activity, something you might be …
Did you know that women are victimized by sexual assaults nearly five times higher than men? Jiu Jitsu is a martial arts that many women have turned to for gaining confidence when it comes to self-defense. Whether you want the physical knowledge and power to defend yourself against attackers or are looking for something to occupy your …
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If you’re on the smaller side, learning to defend yourself may seem like a pointless endeavor. Attempting to strike an attacker that is much larger and stronger may not be the most sensible solution. However, there is a martial art that will teach you to defend yourself against an attacker regardless of their size and …
Did you know that the homicide rate in the US rose by 30% between the years 2019 and 2020? In modern history, this is the highest recorded increase. Before this, the largest rate rise was 20% between the years 2000 and 2001. Considering these statistics, you might be feeling nervous about what would happen if you were …
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