• Achieving your fitness goals of 2020 starts at Plus One Defense Systems, West Hartford, CT

    One of the top goals people set for themselves for the new year is improving overall fitness. Our martial arts academy in West Hartford, CT is the perfect place to meet fitness goals. We offer classes in 9 distinct martial arts styles: Aikido, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Capoiera, Karate/Kenpo, Krav Maga, Kung Fu, Mixed Martial Arts, Muay…

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  • The Power of a Positive Peer Group

    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.

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  • Martial Arts and Delayed-Gratification

    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…

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  • Training in Multiple Styles – Benefits for Children

    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…

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  • I Wish I Never Quit

    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.

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  • Nora Mariano – 1st Degree Youth Black Belt

    1st Degree Youth Black Belt, 8-17-2019

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