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Author: James Revillini
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Martial Arts for Kids = Anti-Bullying Toolkit
As we approach the beginning of a new school year, we we look forward to an excellent year, new learning, new friends. But I dare to say that every parent, whether they discuss it openly or not, is also aware that as their kids grow up they will face new challenges.
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Women’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Self Defense Classes in CT
It can be difficult to find a women’s-only Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class – not just in CT – anywhere. Plus One Defense Systems in West Hartford, CT was the first academy in CT to offer such a class. Today, we are proud to have over 20 students in our women’s BJJ program.
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Martial Arts Classes Build Character in Kids
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.
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Krav Maga Self Defense Classes for Women and Men in West Hartford, CT
Defending yourself from an attack is your right. If you would like to learn a system of self defense that teaches you how to do so safely and effectively, read on. Knowing how to defend yourself can save your life or avoid injury to yourself and others.
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Doug Beale III Memorial Scholarship
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.
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Exploring the art of Capoeira
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.
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Muay Thai classes are a great cardio workout … but it’s NOT Cardio Kickboxing
When Cardio Kickboxing became a trending aerobic workout, it created some confusion about what Kickboxing and Muay Thai are all about. We’re going to explain the differences between Muay Thai, Kickboxing, and Cardio Kickboxing in this article to clear up any confusion.
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Martial Arts for fitness and overall health
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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Can you defend yourself and your family during a home invasion?
This is not a topic that the average person wants to contemplate. Here are the facts: Based on the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS), … U.S. residents … who had been a victim of … violent crimes during the prior 6 months increased from 0.98% in 2015 to 1.14% in 2017.
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Continue your martial arts training online with TheNewDojo.com
Moving to a new town or state is difficult. You may be starting a position at a new job. Your kids may be entering a new school system. If you’re taking martial arts, you might wonder what options you will have at your new location.
