• Happiness- It’s Not What You Think

    Happiness- It’s Not What You Think

    Recently, I had a conversation with my instructor (Professor Austin), and we were discussing how the meaning of things can change over time.  As a specific example, he brought up the Declaration of Independence (and then sent me documentation via e-mail to support what it was we were discussing). 

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  • Train in 1 Martial Arts Style or 7

    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.

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  • Mixed Martial Arts: The Best Phone Protection Plan You Can Buy

    Phones can go missing – it’s just a fact of life. But one way an experienced MMA fighter will likely never lose their phone is during a petty robbery. Polyana Viana, the Brazilian-born UFC fighter can attest to this. In January this year, Viana was the victim of an alleged attempted robbery outside her home…

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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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