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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.

Interested in Karate Classes near West Hartford, CT?

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Plus One Defense Systems in West Hartford, CT is a great choice for individuals and families interested in karate classes. We have been teaching martial arts in the West Hartford area since the turn of the millennium and we’ve consistently garnered positive reviews.

We are your local Muay Thai, BJJ, MMA gym and Martial Arts School in West Hartford, CT

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Are you looking for a Muay Thai Kickboxing gym near you? Our 10,000 square foot facility was voted the #1 gym in the West Hartford area for Muay Thai Kickboxing, Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, and training in multiple disciplines of Mixed Martial Arts, including Kung-Fu, Karate, Capoeira, and Krav Maga.

Try a FREE Krav Maga Self Defense Class in West Hartford

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Self defense classes are a great way to get in shape, build confidence, and know how to defend yourself. We teach a system of self defense called Krav Maga at our West Hartford Martial Arts school. Krav Maga combines aspects of boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo, and karate and has received much acclaim as a self defense system for men and women.

Kung Fu AND Yoga under one roof? We have both at our West Hartford Dojo!

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Why take Kung Fu AND Yoga in West Hartford, CT? Let’s take a look at some components that are core to each system. Balance Kung Fu training is an exceptional way to develop balance. By learning forms, working striking/blocking combinations, and drilling footwork/stances, you will unlock levels of balance you never thought you would have.

Learn the Muay Thai clinch in West Hartford, CT

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

One aspect of real Muay Thai Kickboxing which is not emphasized as much in many MMA or American Kickboxing schools is called the clinch. Today, we’re going to explore the clinch (or clinching) in Muay Thai – what it is, how it’s used, and how important it is to the Muay Thai sport.

Training in martial arts is a fun way to achieve better health and fitness

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Taking martial arts classes is a super-fun way to work out and reach your health and fitness goals. We encourage anyone looking to tone up, improve strength and agility, and reach new heights of personal fitness to stop by Plus One Defense Systems.

Try one of these 6 sparring methods to improve your self defense training!

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Sparring is an important component of martial arts training for self defense. At our West Hartford dojo, we regularly break from the line-up to square off and practice techniques with partners. Putting your skills to the test while sparring gives you a chance to actually feel the movements in action.

Learn Ed Parker’s American Kenpo Karate near Hartford, CT

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

When a situation dictates a physical confrontation, being able to defend yourself is key. Ed Parker’s American Kenpo Karate system is an excellent style to train in order to familiarize yourself with a wide range of attacks and appropriate defense combinations to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.

Learn Kung Fu (mantis style) near Hartford, CT

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Training in Kung Fu is a great choice if you are looking for a martial art which combines self defense, exercise, and learning traditional forms. Kung Fu is a Chinese martial art that we offer at Plus One Defense Systems in West Hartford, CT.

New Year’s Resolutions – How to Strengthen Your Body and Your Resolve

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

New Year’s Day is coming fast. The end of a calendar year and the beginning of a new one is often a time of reflection and planning. We look at what we’ve accomplished and what we would like to accomplish in the next revolution around the sun.

Everyone has the right to defend themselves. Do you know how when the time comes?

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Self-defense is an important skill that everyone should possess. And to be honest, the skills we teach at Plus One Defense Systems in West Hartford are not just physical. A huge part of staying safe is much simpler than performing complex defensive techniques.

The Muay Thai Roundhouse Kick

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

In a previous article, we talked about the common use of Muay Thai in MMA matches. This week we will look at a major component of Muay Thai fighting: the roundhouse kick. Most forms of martial arts have a kick called the roundhouse kick, and Muay Thai is no exception.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: only the rolls you want

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

In a previous article, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Benefits, we touched on some of the physical and mental benefits of this martial art. Today, we focus on weight management and promoting healthy body mass that lasts. Thus, we’re talking about ditching the rolls you don’t want, while learning Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and rolling on the mats at Plus One Defense Systems in West Hartford.

Muay Thai kickboxing is indispensable for MMA training

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Muay Thai kickboxing is considered one of the most effective and important components to being able to deliver and defend against strikes while competing in MMA. A number of UFC fighters have successfully used this Thai martial art in their striking game, leading to big victories by knockout or decision in the octagon.

Kung Fu Classes in West Hartford, CT

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

What is taught in a typical Kung Fu Class?Kung Fu training involves learning strategic self defense, exercise, lots of stretching for flexibility, and learning forms. Self defense is practiced individually and with partners in non-aggressive sparring. Our goal is to pass on this beautiful art form in a healthy and safe environment, which makes kung fu a great place to start in martial arts for kids, teens, and adults.

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Benefits

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

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.

Real Muay Thai Classes in West Hartford, CT

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Learning REAL Muay Thai in West Hartford, CT Muay thai kickboxing is an ancient martial art which has resurfaced as a popular – and effective – means of self defense. Kickboxing is also an important (some might say indispensable) component of the MMA game.

Learn Kung Fu in West Hartford, CT

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Learning Self Defense and Kung Fu in West Hartford, CT Kung Fu is a Chinese martial art that we offer at Plus One Defense Systems in West Hartford, CT. You may have also seen it written as kungfu, gong fu, or gung fu.

Krav Maga in West Hartford, CT

Martial Arts / By James Revillini

Learning Self Defense and Krav Maga in West Hartford, CT Krav Maga is an Israeli martial art that we offer at Plus One Defense Systems in West Hartford, CT. Krav Maga combines aspects of boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo, and karate. If you are looking for a self defense class that promotes overall health, strength, and agility, krav maga is definitely up your alley.

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Martial Arts for fitness and overall health

Interested in Karate Classes near West Hartford, CT?

We are your local Muay Thai, BJJ, MMA gym and Martial Arts School in West Hartford, CT

Try a FREE Krav Maga Self Defense Class in West Hartford

Kung Fu AND Yoga under one roof? We have both at our West Hartford Dojo!

Learn the Muay Thai clinch in West Hartford, CT

Training in martial arts is a fun way to achieve better health and fitness

Try one of these 6 sparring methods to improve your self defense training!

Learn Ed Parker’s American Kenpo Karate near Hartford, CT

Learn Kung Fu (mantis style) near Hartford, CT

New Year’s Resolutions – How to Strengthen Your Body and Your Resolve

Everyone has the right to defend themselves. Do you know how when the time comes?

The Muay Thai Roundhouse Kick

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: only the rolls you want

Muay Thai kickboxing is indispensable for MMA training

Kung Fu Classes in West Hartford, CT

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: The Benefits

Real Muay Thai Classes in West Hartford, CT

Learn Kung Fu in West Hartford, CT

Krav Maga in West Hartford, CT

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