Welcome to the Institute of Chinese Martial Arts group. Our goal is to educate, practice and promote the knowledge of Shaolin Chinese martial arts. This group not only focuses on martial arts training, but also on the development of strength, coordination, flexibility, balance, speed, and confidence as well as one’s general health. We believe that wushu not only strengthens the body, but also your mind and health. It also allows the practitioner to develop perseverance and the drive to never giv …

"Does it work?" Greetings- I'm Peter, one of the co-founders of Lab Rats, and the "gatekeeper"/vetter for our members.  Lab Rats is the name for our self-defense/martial arts/combatives/MMA training group, active since 2000. Sometimes it's referred to as "Fight Church", for when we train on Sundays. Simply, we are a training group first, but happy to share our combative ideas (a way, not the way...) in exchange for training partners.  Great for exercise/fitness, self-defense training (sport and …

This is a group for anyone interested in learning Chinese Martial Arts. No experience necessary and all levels of fitness are welcome. There are over 300 different styles of martial arts in China. We teach the basic principles and fundamental techniques and will work with you to find the right style for you. Martial arts are practiced in China today with very different intentions such as self-defense, cultural awareness, Olympic competition and personal development. No matter what your goal is, …

Kron -- "crown" in medieval German -- is an affiliate of the HEMA Alliance, a non-profit educational organization dedicated to research and teaching of HEMA: Historical European Martial Arts. We teach a complete combat system including longsword, dagger, ringen (grappling), staff, spear, and other weapons. The first practice session is free. Regular practice sessions are $5 each for guests. Members pay $52/year ($1 per week) to attend as many sessions as they like, and members vote on how this …

BE|MMA was started because we found it very intimidating to step into the world of mixed martial arts. This group creates a fun and safe environment for people to learn and appreciate MMA. This group will have MMA training every week and special meetups to watch big fights together. Whether you want to get your feet wet and compete in MMA or just learn and have fun with fans of MMA; everyone is invited to be part of our BE|MMA family. Anyone one from 6 year olds to 90 year olds, male or female, …

Pa-Kua offers many forms of learning and knowledge for all ages: Martial Art -- Learn to control your body, mind, and spirit through mastering principles of self defense and combat techniques.  Pa-Kua martial art incorporates striking, kicking, grappling, sweeps, throws, acrobatic movement, joint locks, and pressure points, in a style that can be as soft or forceful as the practitioner desires. Acrobatics -- Challenge yourself to dominate your body and mind by learning acrobatic movement, both a …

This group is for Active Participants of Martial Arts looking to cross-train. For consideration to join this group, please answer the profile questions when prompted. Meet with other Martial Artists and Styles in the Orange County, CA area to learn, share, exercise and have fun! We foster a flexible casual environment and everyone in this group is friendly and welcoming to newcomers. We are all here to practice and learn, so whether you are new or have been practicing for a while, the quality of …

Welcome! The purpose of this group is to bring together women martial artists for training and light sparring. Kung fu, jujitsu, aikido, and other styles, including self-defense practice welcome. This will be a supportive space for practice, improvement, and gentle challenging of each other to improve our martial arts and self-defense skills. This is for all levels, but women who are at least an "advanced beginner" preferrable. My vision: I have a vision to create a women's space for sparring.  …

We are here to build foundations mental, physical and spiritual. We offer amazingly powerful Mind & Body programs to achieve enhanced health, well-being and inner peace. It is suitable for all ages. Our method combining Zen Meditation, Energy Cultivation & Movements, Tai Chi and a very special Chinese swordsmanship that past down secretly helps you to proceed to body rejuvenation and deep levels of spiritual refinement. Our masters, teachers and students experience a transformative process that …

Club Xinyidao is a practice group dedicated to the research of the Chinese internal martial arts - Shanxi Che Style Xingyi and Dai Clan Xinyi Quan cultivative and combative methods supplemented with Baguazhang, Beijing & Shanxi style Shuai Jiao, and San Da as taught by Professor Li Tailiang, Master Yang Fansheng, and Coach Guanda He. The study group is lead by Coach Sudan Jeffers - lineage disciple in the International Xinyi Dao Federation, and the 2011 U.S. Middle Heavyweight Shuaijiao Champion …

We are real people and not super athletes. We are a group who wants to share the basics of Filipino Stick Fighting, also known as Arnis, Kali or Escrima, so that they can learn effective self-defense and get back to having better fitness and range of motion. For the moment, we offer a weekly Saturday class for you to enjoy. This Saturday morning class is taught by its own certified instructor of Kombatan Arnis / Presas-Style who can show you the basics as well as help you improve your awareness …

SoCal Swordfight! is a community project of over 10 Historical European Martial Arts clubs sharing seminars and tournaments with the assistance of the HEMA Alliance, an educational non-profit promoting HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts). Everything we teach is either derived from an existing historical training manuscript (e.g. Leckuchner 1482 for langenmesser -- German "longknife" -- or Meyer 1570 for longsword), or is a living tradition such as Irish stick-fighting or Scottish wrestling. …

This is an official study group of the Association for Renaissance Martial Arts, where we study and practice European medieval and renassance martial arts from authentic original sources: http://www.thearma.org/ As a martial art, it is practiced with as much realism as is feasible. It also means that it is not a passive art like some Asian '-Do' arts, nor a sport like modern boxing, wrestling, or MMA, nor a performance art for the stage, screen, or renfaire, nor a Live Action Role-Playing group …

Train & share knowledge on Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do Fighting Methods & MMA in an energetic pro environment (NOT in a park) @ our new location inside ELITE MMA ACADEMY in Santa Fe Springs, Ca. USA on Saturdays from 11am-1pm via RSVP. ELITE JKD / MMA training offers comprehensive full-contact (Realistic) training in effective Jun Fan Gung Fu-Jeet Kune Do and professional Mixed-Martial Arts instruction. All Saturday morning classes are conducted by 2011 Masters Hall of Fame Inductee Sifu Paul S. Le …

This is a new Wing Chun/Tsun meetup group in Southern California -- Monterey park! Wing Tsun, 詠春, is a Southern Chinese martial art originated over 300 years ago during the Qing dynasty. Wing Tusn is a "soft" style that does not counter force with force but instead recycles energy and employs a sophisticated method of response using trained reflexes. Chi-Sao ("sticky hands") training is used to develop and hone these reflexes to specific pressures or triggers so that they become automatic in re …

An association for the study, practice and promotion of the Chinese Internal Martial "Baguazhang" in the Southern California region. The creation of Baguazhang, as a formalised martial art, is attributed to Dong Haichuan (董海川), who is said to have learned from Taoist (and possibly Buddhist) masters in the mountains of rural China during the early 19th century. There is evidence to suggest a synthesis of several pre-existing martial arts taught and practised in the region in which Dong Haichuan l …

Welcome to the I Liq Chuan Los Angeles practice group. I Liq Chuan, Martial Art of Awareness, is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Zen principles. Students of all levels and backgrounds are welcome to join. In practice sessions we are going to: LEARN - learn principles and philosophy of the art - start with some chi gong to warm up the body and let energy flow - do solo practice learning to unify one's body and increase body awareness - learn I Liq Chuan 21 form to feel t …

This is a group for people of all ages who want to learn Wushu (Kung fu), Taiji (Tai chi), or self defense. Whether you are a black belt, or an avid kung fu movie watcher, or any combination of the two, you are welcome to join our group. We are looking to increase awareness of what Wushu is, and how it can benefit everyone regardless of fitness level. With our qualified instructor, we are able to individualize our instruction to suit you! Whatever your goals, (fitness, confidence, respect, socia …

Authentic Jeet Kune Do classes combining real world martial arts training with functional bodyweight fitness.Get out of that smelly gym and join us outdoors for some fun and fresh air!Sponsored by San Gabriel Valley Jeet Kune Do, our professional martial arts teaching staff provide a safe and dynamic environment to learn Bruce Lee's original Jeet Kune Do.  Classes also include functional bodyweight strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular conditioning.JKD is a modern, scientific martial art des …

Mukei Goshin Jutsu directly translates to "Without form developing mind body and spirit as one in a way of defense." This group is designed to accept new and veteran martial artists in a democratic manner that does not exclude any style or previous learnings (the goal is to learn from one another). We focus on physical, spiritual, and mental well being through the practical application of martial arts, physical fitness and self defense. My name is Noel and I have trained in a variety of martial …

This meet-up was created in 2006 to provide an accessible forum for wing chun practitioners in Orange County to refine and improve their skills. The structure is very informal. Our regular participants are active Wing Chun Kung-fu practitioners and enthusiasts from a variety of lineages, who share a common trait: we do not welcome drama or unnecessary conflict. For the mature practitioner, differences in practice and theory are an opportunity for thoughtful analysis and understanding; not to be …

Bem vindo! Capoeira is a Brazilian Martial Art that combines elements of dance and music. Developed by African slaves in the 16th century, Capoeira is one of Brazil's most famous cultural heritages. It combines power kicks and quick leg sweeps, with ground and aerial acrobatics, knee strikes, take-downs, elbow strikes, punches and headbutts. Beyond movements, music and game strategy, Capoeira instills in it's practitioners many values ​​that contribute to the formation of a more just, fraternal …

This group is intended to introduce you to various health and fitness exercises and programs. We are open to everyone who wants to get in shape, stay in shape, lose weight, get fit, build lean muscle, and get on track to a healthy exercise program. Our workshops and programs encompass fitness exercises, core training, martial arts, kickboxing, muay thai, mma (mixed martial arts), yoga, flexibility & stretching, strength training, cardio exercise, grappling, juijitsu, and anything to motivate and …

Welcome to the I Liq Chuan Long Beach practice group (for people LA and Orange County). The training is intented for students of all levels interested in learning the art. I Liq Chuan, martial art of awareness, is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Zen principles, in other words the practice of moving meditation. "The philosophy underlying I Liq Chuan involves the very simple concept of making an active choice to be fully aware of the present moment, by being aware of the s …

Introduction Interested in learning self-defense? Join us for a FREE Introduction self-defense class. You’ll learn how to effectively defend yourself and others from attacks, including common grips, punches, and weapons. We’ll teach you our Y.E.S. (yell, escape, stun) method, as well as various other tools you can implement in any situation. Taking our class will increase your awareness and confidence in situations, as well as in your daily life. No prior experience is necessary. Wear comfortab …

The United Studios of Self Defense of Costa Mesa is offering a monthly program for both women's self defense and a child's safety seminar. All ages welcome and no prior martial arts training required. The Women's Self Defense Class will meet on the first Sunday of every month. The class will teach simple yet effective techniques that will defend against different types of real life-threatening scenarios. Our Child's Safety Seminar is designed so that kids can recognize, avoid, and prevent danger …

Through learning and practicing Yang style TAI JI (simple forms), feel the natural energy and make your body balance. Also talk about health and oriental martial arts. Let's join our meet up and change your body!!!

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