James Revillini

Learn all styles online at Plus One Defense Systems

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One of the things that makes Plus One Defense Systems unique is that we have so many different experts teaching different systems- all under one roof! I’m always inviting our Muay Thai students to train in Kung-Fu, and our Kung-Fu students to train in Krav Maga, and our Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu students to try Capoeira… etc.

CT Krav Maga Classes throughout the week

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Krav Maga is a martial art style designed specifically for self-defense. This style integrates techniques from boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo, and karate. Our CT academy of self defense offers Krav Maga classes throughout the week – morning and evening classes are available.

The Power of a Positive Peer Group

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Many places teach martial arts, but the environment at Plus One Defense Systems is unique. We encourage a team spirit and camaraderie that you feel when you walk through the door. As you look around a class, you will see members smiling and chatting as they train.

Martial Arts and Delayed-Gratification

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The martial arts can be thought of as a path – along the path, you will experience a very personal journey of growth in many areas of your life. But it takes time, patience, and perseverance. In today’s “Amazon Prime” world where an order placed by 3pm is expected the next day, the idea of learning martial arts over a span of decades is straight up overwhelming.

Training in Multiple Styles – Benefits for Children

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In school, children often take a variety of classes including math, science, history, art/music, and social studies. This approach offers a foundation of knowledge that relates. Children benefit from having a well-rounded education covering many disciplines. Ultimately, as they enter adulthood, they may begin to specialize in certain fields of interest and probably go into a profession where their unique combination of skill and knowledge is beneficial to their company, their family, and the world at large.

I Wish I Never Quit

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In the 38 years that I have been training, this is something that I have heard a lot from folks.  I usually hear it in one of two ways- from either a child who has grown up, or an adult who has grown older.

Train in 1 Martial Arts Style or 7

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Training in the martial arts is awesome. But you knew we would say that. What we’re stressing is “arts” – as in multiple styles. Fortunately, at Plus One Defense Systems in West Hartford, CT, we offer and teach many different martial arts styles all under one roof.

Martial Arts Classes Build Character in Kids

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Martial arts classes have many benefits for children. Martial arts offer kids an outlet for their seemingly boundless energy. At Plus One Defense Systems, as we work through stretching, strikes, blocks, and forms, we also teach important life skills. In fact, our curriculum which includes structured character building was developed by a child psychologist.

Doug Beale III Memorial Scholarship

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Doug Beale III was one of our most dedicated students. He usually trained five days a week, and he was tragically killed in a traffic accident in 2006, at the young age of 20. We have a scholarship program in his honor called the Doug Beale III Memorial Scholarship.

Exploring the art of Capoeira

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Capoeira is a martial art which combines elements of dance, music, and acrobatics. Capoeira has its roots in Brazil where it was developed by enslaved Africans. This martial art helps the practitioner – the capoeirista – build strength, endurance and develop a flow of movement using capoeira techniques.

Martial Arts for fitness and overall health

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Taking martial arts is a great way to achieve your health and fitness goals. Our martial arts classes are high-intensity and fun! In a class, you’ll get a great cardiovascular workout, improve flexibility, and learn self defense skills. Our academy is about total body health, so we’ve built a gym right into our facility.

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