- Duration: 45 min; FREE; Wed, Jul 19; Dynamic Mixed Martial Arts. Troubles with the local Cobra Kai chapter? You don't need to wax some guy's car and sweep his floors to learn the venerable art of karate! This introductory class is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of this popular self-defense style and sport. You'll work on your punches, kicks and throws under the guidance of a trained sensei, and then practice those techniques on the mat in controlled sparring. In addition to building the confidence to defend yourself in real life, you'll develop your strength, flexibility, and body control, all while getting a great workout. Karate has a reputation for instilling greater discipline and mental focus in its practitioners, making it an all-around great martial arts form to study. But if you are looking to wax on and wax off, we know an office kitchen floor that could use a good scrubbing.
- Learn the fundamentals of karate, one of the most popular styles of martial arts
- Develop basic self-defense skills, including strategies for real-life scenarios
- Get a vigorous workout that builds core strength, stamina, and improved motor skills
- Enjoy the benefits of increased self-confidence and the discipline that come from martial arts
- Note: This is a free trial class for first time attendees only. Adults only.
- Duration: 1 hour; FREE; Thu, Jul 20; Dynamic Mixed Martial Arts. Think you've got the chops to take down an opponent in a cage match? This MMA class will get you locked in! You'll learn some of the essential MMA techniques, including striking, grappling, submissions, and wrestling maneuvers -- and then how to combine them to conquer opponents in the ring. Effective MMA fighters employ the best moves from a variety of key martial arts disciplines, and the instruction you'll receive at Dynamic Mixed Martial Arts will be no different. Elements of Muay Thai, kickboxing, judo, wrestling, and jiu-jitsu are all employed. A free trial class, this is the perfect way to get an inside look into the world of Mixed Martial Arts, and find out if this is the sport for you. In addition to getting a taste for the style, you'll get a great workout that will strengthen and tone your body. Plus, this class will certainly serve your self-defense needs. The cage is just to keep people from running away from you, after all.
- Participate in a free trial MMA class at a state-of-the-art fitness facility
- Learn the fundamentals of one of the hottest and most varied combat sports in practice today
- Get a great cardiovascular workout that will also help you develop muscle and body tone
- Enjoy discovering a new sport that will push you to your limits and develop your confidence
- Note: This is a free trial class for first time attendees only. Adults only.
- Duration: 1 hour; FREE; Wed, Jul 19; Dynamic Mixed Martial Arts. Grappling with your self-defense needs? Or would you just like to kick your fitness routine to the next level? Either way, you'll flip for this Brazilian jiu-jitsu class! This free, introductory trial class will offer you an eye-opening introduction to a variety of core techniques featured in jiu-jitsu. You'll learn from a trained professional that the leverage and positioning jiu-jitsu teaches are more effective than size and strength. In other words, you'll use both smarts and strength to take down an opponent of any size! Work on grappling, joint locks, and chokes that give you the advantage where most fights end up: the ground. Plus, learn a compliment of kicks, punches, and throws to execute while standing. As an added bonus, jiu-jitsu has excellent fitness benefits that will help strengthen and tone your body, just like an MMA fighter! Jiu know you want to!
- Master the fundamentals of one of the most effective martial arts in practice today, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
- Learn to overcome opponents of any size with a focus on mastering standing and ground technique
- Develop second-nature combat reflexes through drills and sparring in a supportive environment
- Gain the mental and physical health benefits that can only come from studying self-defense
- Note: This is a free trial class for first time attendees only. Adults only.