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2020 Guide – Health Benefits of Martial Arts Classes
Training in the martial arts is a sure way to become healthier all-around. Your body can greatly benefit from the physical aspects of training. Your mind will benefit by being actively challenged to learn new ways to move and engage the body.
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CT Krav Maga Classes throughout the week
Krav Maga is a martial art style designed specifically for self-defense. This style integrates techniques from boxing, wrestling, aikido, judo, and karate. Our CT academy of self defense offers Krav Maga classes throughout the week – morning and evening classes are available.
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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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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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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.
