Harmony Aikido is to instill every one of its students with discipline, manners, confidence and strength through the practice of an effective form of martial art that is based on self-defense. The techniques practiced in Harmony Aikido trains its student to control the situation by displacing and using the attacker’s momentum to their advantage. Due to these defensive techniques, Aikido is versatile so students of all ages can benefit and participate.

The study of Martial Arts in the Machatz form is a fun and invigorating experience. Machatz incorporates many different Martial Art forms into one all encompassing self-defense-system. Our philosophy is that, once you have the Machatz knowledge, it is up to you to develop it and strengthen it. The Machatz concept of Knowledge, Understanding, and Widsom is a powerful tool that applies to any aspect of life. The philosophy of Machatz allows an individual to find fast and easy solutions to complica …

Introduction Interested in learning self-defense? Join us for a FREE self-defense class. You’ll learn how to effectively defend yourself and others from attacks, including common grips, punches, and weapons. We’ll teach you our Y.E.S. (yell, escape, stun) method, as well as various other tools you can implement in any situation. Taking our class will increase your awareness and confidence in situations, as well as in your daily life. No prior experience is necessary. Wear comfortable clothin …

Presented by: Uechi-ryu of Los Angeles Fun, Friendly and Effective Self defense taught in a safe manner. www.uechi-la.org Twitter: @Uechila, www.twitter.com/uechila Facebook: www.facebook.com/#!/group.php?gid=146662866070   Women and teens 13+ are very much welcome to participate. Don't be shy, just jump in to class.   MISSION : FOUR DIMENSIONS INTEGRATE, UNIFY, NURTURE & BRIDGE Physical - Impeccable self-defense and martial skills Mental - Nurture calm minds, critical thought and self affirmati …

This is a new Wing Chun/Tsun meetup group in Southern California -- Monterey park! Wing Tsun, 詠春, is a Southern Chinese martial art originated over 300 years ago during the Qing dynasty. Wing Tusn is a "soft" style that does not counter force with force but instead recycles energy and employs a sophisticated method of response using trained reflexes. Chi-Sao ("sticky hands") training is used to develop and hone these reflexes to specific pressures or triggers so that they become automatic in …

Train & share knowledge on Bruce Lee's JKD Fighting Methods (Jeet Kune Do) & MMA in an energetic pro environment (NOT in a park) @ our new location inside ELITE MMA ACADEMY in Santa Fe Springs, Ca. USA on Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:00pm-8:30pm & on Saturdays from 10:30am-Noon by Appointment-RSVP only.  AMAM JKD / MMA training offers comprehensive full-contact (Realistic) training in Jun Fan Gung Fu-Jeet Kune Do and Mixed-Martial Arts instruction, all conducted by 2011 Masters Hall of Fame Inductee M …

少林永春拳 - Shaolin Weng Chun This meet-up was created in 2011 in honor of my Sifu Ignatius Siu. The goal is to provide an accessible forum for those who interesting in spread the art of Shaolin Weng Chun (SWC). Learn the ancient Chinese Healing Art of Ba Duan Jin (8 Pieces of Brocade) to strengthen your internal organs & Dharma Yi Jin Jing (Muscle Tendon Changing Classic) to improve internal energy, release muscle pain and overall physical health. SWC is a system to show you how to overcome stronge …

This group is for all women athletes who are able to think Outside the box and willing to learn a great skill that can not only help you in self defense , but also create a great extra source of income! Not only does wrestling help with conditioning of the body, but it helps achieve higher levels of self confidence and creates the ideal mental attitude to reach high levels of accomplishment! The level of intensity is all up to you! You will be paired accordingly. " When you can do the comm …

Authentic Jeet Kune Do classes combining real world martial arts training with functional bodyweight fitness.Get out of that smelly gym and join us outdoors for some fun and fresh air!Sponsored by San Gabriel Valley Jeet Kune Do, our professional martial arts teaching staff provide a safe and dynamic environment to learn Bruce Lee's original Jeet Kune Do.  Classes also include functional bodyweight strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular conditioning.JKD is a modern, scientific martial art des …

This group is intended to introduce you to various health and fitness exercises and programs. We are open to everyone who wants to get in shape, stay in shape, lose weight, get fit, build lean muscle, and get on track to a healthy exercise program. Our workshops and programs encompass fitness exercises, core training, martial arts, kickboxing, muay thai, mma (mixed martial arts), yoga, flexibility & stretching, strength training, cardio exercise, grappling, juijitsu, and anything to motiva …

Welcome to the I Liq Chuan Long Beach practice group (for people LA and Orange County). The training is intented for students of all levels interested in learning the art. I Liq Chuan, martial art of awareness, is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Zen principles, in other words the practice of moving meditation. "The philosophy underlying I Liq Chuan involves the very simple concept of making an active choice to be fully aware of the present moment, by being aware of the s …

  Pa Kua offers many forms of learning and knowledge for all ages:   Internal Martial Arts. Internal martial arts benefit you by strengthening your mind and body to live a better happier life! Chinese Yoga, Reflexology (learn healing techniques), Tai Chi, Meditation, Archery, great for mind and body coordination and focus Martial Arts weapons, Pa Kua Rhythm; a form of cardio workout using martial arts moves, great for female self-defense, Acrobatics       Call for information  562-860-8330   Web …

Beach Cities Aikido  Chief Instructor: Sensei Steven Wasserman Est.: 2011 Affiliation: Aikido Association of America Classes focus on the art and philosophy of “Aikido” self defense.   In this Japanese martial art, students will learn the basic principles of falling, rolling and defense techniques against punches, strikes, kicks, knife attacks, control and blending with your opponent, mat safety and self-defense awareness. Instruction is focused towards both the basic principles of Aikido and th …

This is a group that meets once a month to discuss the history, philosophy, and practice of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. We will have guest speakers, practical hands-on demonstrations, and Q&A's to dive more deeply into what Brazilian Jiu Jitsu has to offer to the world of martial arts, MMA, and personal growth. We will also look at what other martial arts philosophies have to offer Jiu Jitsu. This is for anyone, any age, who is interested in learning more about Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - whether you have ne …

"Wherever I go, everyone is a little bit safer because I am there. Wherever I am, anyone in need has a friend. Whenever I return home, everyone is happy I am there.” --The Warrior's Creed   This is an instructional and training oriented Meetup group centering around modern Ninjutsu (Shinobi no Jutsu) as it was brought to America by people like Robert Bussey and Stephen Hayes.    Classes will be covering basic stances, footwork, conditioning, rolling, unarmed Taijutsu, weapons training like sword …

A group for students of T'ai Chi who want to practice friendly Push Hands with other students. We can start by developing listening energy (ting jin) through single-handed and double-handed stationary Push Hands drills. The goal is to deepen our own T'ai Chi practice. The Los Angeles Push Hands Meetup Group always strives to maintain a safe and friendly learning environment to anyone who wants to incorporate tai chi push hands practice into their overall tai chi (or martial arts) practice. Gener …