Capoeira Angola, an ancient martial art of African origin, is one of the many cultural weapons used to break the chains of enslavement in Brazil. Played close to the ground, Capoeira Angola combines fluid, dance-like movements with kicks, head butts, tripping sweeps and the appearance of playfulness or vulnerability. Music is played on traditional instruments to accompany the players, to teach the rhythmic heart of the art, and also to mask its power. In the eyes of the enslavers it appeared to be a joking and playful acrobatic dance, but eventually its power was realized and Capoeira was outlawed. Death was the penalty paid by those caught playing Capoeira during the slavery era. For almost 400 years Capoeira Angola was taught and practiced in secret, and only in the 1930's did this African martial art become legal to teach and practice.
Welcome to Bob Malvagno's School of Self Defense! Grand Master Malvagno is a professional speaker, consultant, seminar leader, educator and entrepreneur. He reaches audiences regarding stress management, self-esteem building and motivation. He has dedicated his life to the martial arts and the enlightenment of others through his system of self defense.
Your assurance of Quality in Martial Arts, Karate, Kickboxing, Ju-Jutsu and Escrima. Offering all levels of Programs, Beginner Fitness To Advanced Athletes Both Amateur and Professional. Classes For all Levels from Beginner Self Defense to Professional Martial Arts Competition.
Isshin-ryu Karate for self-defense, fitness, health, well-being, and sport.
Beginners and students with prior experience in the martial arts are welcome.
Harlem Tae Kwon Do, located on 116th Street in Central Harlem, began as a far away dream for Master Malick Coulibaly dit Fall. With funding from friends and the BRISC, and a lot of hard work, the dream became a reality. The result: a new, modern training facility on 125th Street. However, after 2 years of dedication to teaching children and adults of all ages the value of discipline, respect, concentration, self confidence, strength training, coordination and self defense, Harlem Tae Kwon Do had to close it's doors.
The Bond Street Dojo (incorporated as New York Aikido Society, Inc., Inc.) is a not-for-profit organization governed by a board of directors elected from and by the membership. Instead of paying for individual lessons, students pay monthly membership dues. All students assist in the maintenance of the dojo.
Chintokan teaches Shorin-Ryu Karate-Do which originated in Okinawa, Japan. The documented history of current Shorin-Ryu karatedo tradition begins in Shuri, Okinawa, at some point in the 1800s by Sokon Matsumura (1809~1899), a leading Shuri-Te (one of three original Ryukyu Kenpo) master of his time. Beyond that, the unbroken lineage of Shorin-Ryu can be traced all the way back to the Okinawan lords, nobles and bodyguards of the Ryukyu Kingdom era in the 16th century. However, in those days, Shorin-Ryu karate was simply known as "Tea," or "Hand." Tea is Okinawa pronounciation for hand(s).
Sensei Sheldon Elliot Ruskin is training and teaching traditional
Shotokan karate for over 30 years. Certified by and a member of the
Japan Karate Association in Tokyo and International Shotokan
Karate Association. Sensei Sheldon Elliot Ruskin, US National Karate
Champion has trained children for National and Regional
championships. Sensei Ruskin has also trained in Japan - Karate
Association in Tokyo over 6 years.
The World Martial Arts Center in New York City - Union Square and Brooklyn. We specialize in kickboxing, modern self defense, korean karate, Mixed Martial Arts (mma), and martial arts for children.
Founded and developed by SAIKO SHIHAN is a combination of styles such as Shotokan, Kyokushinkai, Tae Kwon Do and many other styles, emphasizing only the better, more practical techniques of each style, incorporated so that "AMERICAN KARATE" proves to be more modern, updated and efficient.
Five Points Academy is a unique facility located in downtown New York City, on the border of Chinatown and Soho. We take our name from the historic and infamous neighborhood known as The Five Points, which was located just a few blocks away from our landmark building.
Five Points Academy is an independent, member-oriented semi-private club staffed with professional, experienced personal trainers, who recognize members by name. Fully equipped gym, yoga classes, state of the art cardio area, on site massage therapy, dedicated staff, amenities such as laundry service make Five Points Fitness the type of place that makes one actually look forward to training.
Since 2000, Daddis Mixed Martial Arts in Philadelphia, PA (also known as Philly MMA™) has transformed thousands of students’ lives by empowering them with the tools to succeed, regardless of gender, age or athletic ability. Daddis develops and nurtures a lifestyle in students that brings about a positive change for the rest of their lives. Daddis Mixed Martial Arts teaches the most effective martial arts the world has ever known - modern, battle tested self-defense techniques that are unrivaled in the ring, cage or in the street. In 2003, Daddis Training Centers opened its second academy in Cherry Hill, NJ, which provides the same unprecedented success to its members.
Kenshinkai is located right in the heart of Manhattan. Although it is a relatively new dojo, having celebrated its fifth year in 2007, it has many dedicated members who are pursuing both their individual and common goals through the practice of Kendo. If you happen to be in New York, the Kenshinkai team would be glad to welcome you to the dojo anytime.
The Society for Martial Arts Instruction is a non-profit organization
located at 4 West 18th Street, NYC, NY 10011. Shihan Alfred trained
for years with many of the World Kanreikai karate instructors and
students and has maintained a warm and mutually respectful
relationship with them. We have been invited to their in-house
tournament which features small divisions, reasonable registration
fees and many awards for the junior participants.
Adults will be welcome this year to do kata and fight semi-knockdown.
Tae Kwon Do is a native korean form of unarmed combat that orginated in response to primitive man's need to protect himself from marauding contemporaries. it is a martial art that employ kicking, punching, jumping, blocking, dodging and deflecting blowa as fundamental techniques, utilizing the feet and hands as weapons. To some, Tae Kwon Do is known Karate.
"With our move to Patchogue, NY, we have decided to return to our roots. In the coming months we will be shifting to a not for profit model. We will begin to slowly add services and classes until we can function as did the famous schools of old: Shaolin Temple, Po Chi Lam, and so many others, all centers of martial arts, philosophy, healing, and safety. We will truly live up to our mission to promote Chinese kung fu, help all those in need, provide whlistic health care, and foster a community environment of not only tolerance, but acceptance."
CrossFit is the principal strength and conditioning program for many police academies and tactical teams, firemen, military special operations units, champion martial artists and hundreds of other elite and professional athletes worldwide. However, it is designed for universal adaptability, making it the perfect application for any committed individual regardless of age, gender or ability.
Aikido of Jacksonville teaches the Japanese martial art of aikido which is often referred to it as "Shinzui Aikido", essentially meaning "Quintessential Aikido" or "True Essence Aikido".
Valente Brothers is the official representation of Grandmaster Hélio Gracie in Florida. Professors Pedro, Gui and Joaquim Valente started training directly under the Grandmaster at the age of 2 years old and were his loyal disciples and protégés until he passed away in January of 2009. Fully committed to preserving Hélio Gracie’s vision, teaching method, and ideals both on and off the mat.
Karate Arts Academy of Self Defense is to create an atmosphere of self-discovery and personal growth, which increases physical fitness and self-defense skill, encourages the foundation of high personal standards, and empowers our students with control over self (body, mind, and spirit), thus enabling them to live a happier and more successful life.
The Mission of Pak’s Karate Academy is to enhance the quality of life available to its students, their families, and their community by providing character development through proper Martial Arts instruction.
USA Taekwondo And Hapkido offers a variety of Training Programs , Online Store for secure purchasing of uniforms and training gear, and Virtual Training through our Members Area.
Taiji Kung Fu Academy (TKA) aims to provide clients with the highest quality instruction and service in the industry. The Academy's two locations, conveniently located in Jacksonville and Fleming Island, offer not only martial arts instruction, but acupuncture treatments, nutritional herbal supplements, and even a proshop that is stocked with martial arts clothing, weapons, and other related equipment and supplies.
Catering to men, women and children of all ages and experience levels. Dedicated to helping every student develop their martial arts expertise, their physical fitness and their self-defense skills. Exciting, fun and action packed classes provide complete martial arts training in a practical, tactical, and logical self-defense system.
A family owned and operated Martial Arts School that was founded in 1996 based on Traditional Family Values and committed to developing and teaching children and adults in the arts of Sansei (3rd Generation) Goju-Ryu Karate, which was founded by Hanshi Manny Saavedra in the United States in 1980.
JAMA is dedicated to the strengthening of mind and body in a positive atmosphere for the whole family. Classes are geared toward individual interests and personal achievement, and are taught in a group or private setting. http://www.jamakick.com/
System of martial arts and self-defense proven time and time again. Instructors, professional fighters with many years of training, have utilized Freestyle Fighting Academy techniques in the cage and in the ring - at the national and international level.
