• In a World Where You Can Be Anything…

    In a World Where You Can Be Anything…

    I was out in Colorado two weeks ago teaching and visiting with family.  I haven’t seen my brother, or his kids, in a few years. (He has three children, ranging in age from 9 to 16.)  We had a great visit, and he said something that stuck with me. 

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  • Looking for an after-school activity? Try Martial Arts!

    The martial arts are a perfect fit for kids in need of an extracurricular activity after school. Why? Not only does training in the martial arts improve a child’s flexibility and stamina – they encourage consistency, strong principles, and can improve mental acuity.

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  • Youth MMA Classes in West Hartford – Safe Mixed Martial Arts Training

    Youth MMA Training and Classes in West Hartford Kids and teens LOVE Mixed Martial Arts – it’s popular on TV, it’s great self defense training, and they get to experience and learn a variety of martial arts styles. If you’re looking for Youth Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) classes, we’ve got them right here in West…

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  • Train for MMA in West Hartford – Mixed Martial Arts Classes, Full Gym and MMA Cage

    Training in MMA in West Hartford If you’re looking to compete in MMA or simply have an interest in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), we have MMA classes right here in West Hartford at our martial arts academy. We train MMA students in a range of techniques and disciplines in our 10000 sq.

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  • Women’s Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in West Hartford, CT

    I’m a Woman. Why Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? Brazilian Jiu Jitsu places a huge emphasis on strategy which is meant to level the playing field for all opponents. Chokes, submission tactics, and control maneuvers are king in the BJJ world. However, like it or not, you are going to get a great workout as you practice, so…

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  • Learn Kali and Silat in West Hartford, CT

    Learning Self Defense and Silat in West Hartford, CT Kali is the national sport and martial art of the Philippines that we offer at Plus One Defense Systems in West Hartford, CT. Silat is a term meaning the application of body movement training or “fight.”

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  • Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Benefits

    The benefits of taking brazilian jiu-jitsu go far beyond the acquisition of skills that comprise BJJ as a martial art. Participants begin to see physical changes that contribute to greater flexibility and stamina, as well as improved mental acuity and agility.

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