Kids MMA

We are proud and excited to announce we will be offering a Kids MMA class starting in January 2012! Kid's MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) is designed to help your child develop self-confidence and increased self-esteem, discipline, respect, focus and concentration. 75 minutes of constant activity broken down in to a vigorous warm up, 30 minutes of muay thai, and 30 minutes of grappling, all in a safe and positive environment, led by 3 of our experienced DHMA staff- Ajarn Dick, Khun Khru Janet, and Jenny Yum.
*Program begins Jan 9, and is for ages 8-13. **Limited space so enroll now!

Jeet Kune Do - The Original Mixed Martial Art

"JKD" is the art and philosophy of Bruce Lee as well as his personal "blueprint" for combat, emphasizing the need to be proficient in all ranges of combat. Consequently, the student is taught to "absorb what is useful" in his/her training, drawing from many arts such as western boxing, thai boxing, judo, jiu-jitsu, kali and wing chun to name but a few in their quest to "flow" from range to range. Students of JKD are taught to be open-minded in their training as no one style or system possesses all of the answers...

For those not familiar with "Jeet Kune Do", or JKD, it is Bruce Lee's personal expression of not only martial art and combat,but also a vehicle for growth in all areas of life. JKD "essentials" starts with a discerning, questioning, rational mind, and the desire to research, investigate and go beyond assumptions, whether in martial art or any endeavor in life.

The JKD practioner strives to be openminded, with no limitations or prejudices with regard to styles, nationalities, traditions or methods. To those who understand the JKD philosophy, it represents an exciting journey of self-discovery and self-expression.

Jeet Kune Do - The Original Mixed Martial Art!

Muay Thai (Thai Boxing)

Commonly referred to as "The Science of Eight LImbs", Muay Thai - Thai Boxing is the devastating fighting art of Thailand. Employing kicking, punching, elbow and knee strikes it is at once a highly effective ring sport as well as an evolved method of self defense. Additionally, it is an excellent means of developing strength, toning muscles, managing weight and a tremendous cardiovascular workout!

THAI BOXING CONSISTS OF THE QUALITIES OF OBEDIENCE, GENUINE KNOWLEDGE, COURAGE, ENDURANCE, PATIENCE, COMPASSION, GRATITUDE, AND HONESTY. IF ANY ONE OF THESE QUALITIES IS MISSING, TO USE THE WORD "THAI BOXING" IS TO ACT AGAINST THE GENUINE ART.

Filipino Martial Arts (Inosanto Method)

The Filipino Martial Arts are a highly sophisticated weapon-based system indigenous to the Philippines. The student is introduced to and trained in as many as twelve different categories, including single and double stick, stick and dagger, double dagger as well as a variety of empty hands from panantukan (filipino boxing), sikaran (kicking), and dumog (filipino grappling and submissions).

The proficient student of FMAs is able to "flow" from long range (kicking) to middle range (striking, trapping, locking), to close quarter range (throwing, grappling, submissions).

Cardio Combat - Train Like a Fighter!

A high-intensity, martial arts-based cardio class that incorporates functional movements including body weight exercises, medicine balls, kettle bells, resistance bands, and jump rope, along with bag and pad work, in a high energy, safe atmosphere! No "air-punching" and "air-kicking" here! Each workout is specially planned (no cookie-cutter workouts!) to get you in the best shape you've ever been in! You will have the opportunity to make contact with pads and bags to ramp up the intensity and the fun!

Saturday - Advanced Cardio Combat
This class is designed to be a tough workout for those who have experience with our common conditioning exercises and pad holding techniques.

Maphilindo Silat (Inosanto Method)

Guro Dan Inosanto, to honour his Silat instructors, founded Maphilindo Silat, basing it on the various systems of Silat he has studied under Silat masters from Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia, including Herman Suwanda and Edgar Sulite.

The "Ma" comes from the Malaysian influence found in Maphilindo Silat. The "Phil" is, from the Philipino influence and finally, the "Indo" derives from its Indonesian influences.

Maphilindo Silat is essentially a counter fighting style and incorporates empty-hand techniques along with the use of such weapons as the short stick and sarong. The general idea is to manipulate and destruct a part, parts, or the whole of an opponent's body in a minimal period of time. This goal is achieved by a flow of techniques and movement through the phases of entering, takedown and finishing. The emphasis here is on the concept of flow, which is the smooth transition through a series of movements or techniques.

The range of techniques used in Maphilindo Silat, and in the traditional / foundational styles, is not extensive and the major striking techniques include Finger Thrusts, Guntings, Elbows, Knees and Headbutts, along with manipulative techniques such as Arm Pulls, Head Pulls, Head Turns, Leg Sweeps, Knee Compressions, Arm Breaks, Elbow Levers and Chokes.

Boxing

Our boxing class focuses on basic boxing skills such as defense, proper punching techniques, and footwork. This class is also a great way to get inshape through a variety of cardio exercises and learning basic self-defense techniques. Our class is great for people of all fitness levels and all levels of experience, from beginner to fighter!