Greetings! I am a lover of FMA, and wanted to create a group for those in the DMV area to meet up to learn and to cross train in the various FMA arts. Any practitioners of Kali, Arnis, Escrima, or any other Filipino Arts are encouraged to join. All skill levels are encouraged, from beginners to Guros.  Here's a list of the current Sayoc Instructors:  http://sayoc.com/?page_id=4

This is a start up group and I am looking for people interested in the study of Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA).  We are a martial arts group, not an SCA, LARP, or reenactment group.  My emphasis is on Renaissance Germany and I work primarily from Joachim Meyer's fencing manual of 1570 and Paulus Hector Mair's fencing manuals of 1540. Topics of study include Longsword, Dussack, Sidesword/Rappier, Dagger, Grappling, and Sword & Buckler. This group is an affiliate of the Meyer Frei Fechter …

This group is here to openly discuss, exchange skills & talents and practice the martial arts. I invite you to meet others with different backgrounds and/or  experiences than you. Some of the seminars and classes are geared to students with less exposure to martial arts and those who shy away from full contact; other times are for hardcore, hardened and knowledgeable, practitioners. But martial arts is more than fighting. The martial artist cares for the body, thought processes, knowledge, and …

Iron Wheel Martial Arts is an affiliate of Progressive Fighting Systems. We are an exclusive group dedicated to teaching realistic self-defense and promoting the expansion of Jeet Kune Do and the Filipino Martial Arts. Our goal is to provide you with a world class formula for self-protection, utilizing the same systems used by our elite forces, such as the Navy SEALs, DEA, FBI, SWAT, and over 50 other agencies. Our techniques have been tested on the streets and the battlefield. We have adapted o …

We started this group to gather people in the Baltimore area who are interested in learning more about Zen Buddhism. We'll gather to practice sitting meditation, martial arts, and learn more about the various aspects of Zen. If you're interested in learning the basics or furthering your practice, join us!

This group is intended as a consortium for students, instructors and those who have never experienced, but are interested in increasing health, wellness, balance, strength and stamina through the internal arts. We wish to help ourselves and others with arts and practices such as Taiji (Tai Chi), various other styles of internal martial arts, Qigong (Chi Kung), Yoga, Reiki, Massage, Meditation, Somatic Therapy, etc. We wish to appreciate, not alienate different styles, forms, and theory for the b …

The purpose of this group is to study the core principles of Lightning Scientific Arnis - a filipino martial arts system which focuses on espada y daga, serrada and cadenilla.  I am looking to organize a small group of people with whom to train with. People of all levels are welcome to join. For more information, contact me at angelo.arnis@gmail.com  

Meet other local people interested in Capoeira, the Brazilian martial art.

… Krav Maga is heavy on the martial and light on the art. Krav Maga is a principle based system of self-defense. Some of the basic principles of the system are: movement should be based on natural instinct, techniques must address the immediate danger, one defense must work against a variety of attacks, training must include the stress found in a real attack and all movements must be accessible to the average person, not just athletes or martial artists.

Oi Capoeiristas and Sambistas! This group was created to form a community of Capoeira and Samba enthusiasts in DC, MD, and VA.  This is your group so please feel free to suggest ideas for meetups. This meetup is sponsored by Capoeira Malês DC. Under the tutelege of Instrutor Morcego and Mestre Curisco www.curisco.com of Capoeira Malês in Seattle, WA, CapoeiraDC is a dedicated community of capoeiristas who practice the Afro-Brazilian art of Capoeira  www.youtube.com/watch?v=BFirUS389AY. We offe …

… It's non contact, yet it includes offensive and defensive techniques that range from punches, kicks, elbows, knees, and other true fighting techniques from various styles of martial arts & self defense. MAIN SITE: http://combattitude.com CONTACT US: coskumite@combattitude.com Classes for Teens & Adults Combattitude, A Fighting Fitness Program perfect for Baby-boomer's and MORE! Created and hosted by Chuck Jeffreys, Expert Martial artist. Professional Fight Choreographer & Stuntman ( …

  Do you LOVE a good fight? Join us every month to watch an exciting UFC pay-per-view at one of our DC area meetup locations. Meetups include local live MMA events in the DC/MD/VA areas.

The Virginia Area Fight Fans Meetup Group is dedicated to bringing together fans of the UFC and MMA in a friendly atmosphere with good company. We meet in the Northern Virginia area on a monthly basis for UFC events and will also be attending live MMA events as they are scheduled. Our hope is that this group will grow into a great resource for fans of MMA, but our ultimate goal is to have a great time watching MMA events with like-minded people. We are also affiliated with the DC Area Fight Fans …

… Nia draws from disciplines of the martial arts, dance arts and healing arts. Every class offers a unique combination of 52 moves that correspond with the main areas of the body: the base, the core and the upper extremities. Stiff beginners and highly fit athletes alike can adapt Nia to meet their needs by choosing from three intensity levels. Consecutive trainings collectively explore 52 principles for personal enrichment and professional development. Read testimonials from people of all ages, b …

… Based in the dance arts, martial arts and healing arts, Nia offers a total, invigorating mind-body workout that emphasizes joy, pleasure and ease. Nia classes vary in their focus, but always provide new tools for you to further develop your relationship with your body. No prior training is necessary.  Nutritional Counseling: There is great diversity in the dietary and herbal traditions of the world. At The Mindfulness Center, we take these varieties into consideration to develop the best progra …

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