Fri 3 (Class 3)

• FACE4Kids (Martial Arts, Jump rope, Juggling, Agility training, and public speaking)
  Children » Master Kirk Farber

  The Popular FACE (Fitness And Character Education) program has been implemented in over 60 different school locations for over 20 years. Guaranteed to build fitness, self esteem and character throughout the session.

• Pinan 2 and Applications
  All ranks » Senseis Victoria Johnson & Russ Egglestion

  Explore the fine details to make your Pinan 2 shine and learn to create your own applications based on kata moves.

• Close Combat Form - (MATS)
  All ranks » Masters First, Roman, and Sensei Kraus

  Original kata created by O'Sensei Ngo Dong in the early 1980's, exploring multiple attackers in multiple directions in close combat. Take no prisoners! All ranks welcome.

• Adapting Applications for Sparring and Self-Defense
  All ranks » Sensei Tim DeMarte

  In this class we’ll bridge the gap between form and function, identifying kata applications that can be safely adapted for sparring. Through bunkai (application analysis) and partner drills, we’ll take familiar movements and turn them into adaptable, effective tools for sparring and beyond. Bring Sparring Gear!

• Fundamentals of Grappling - (MATS)
  All ranks » Sensei Mark Staples

  Learn the basic guard positions in ground fighting and how to transition between them.

• Dynamic Knife Defense - (MATS)
  Green and up » Master D. Williams & Sensei J. Kung

  This class will focus on dynamic knife self-defense concepts such as getting out, getting in, and 'I'll Never Let Go, Jack.' We will explore how to create opportunities to utilize Cuong Nhu Knife Defense techniques in dynamic situations and the fundamentals of using a knife to better understand how to save lives against a bladed weapon.

• Techniques in Motion - (MATS)
  Green and up » Sensei David Killian

  Sometimes, pure avoidance is not enough, and engagement with an opponent is unavoidable. However, attempting to perform an aikido-based technique on a moving opponent can present challenges if tori/nage tries to execute the technique as if uke is stationary (or not really attacking). This class uses a few techniques drawn from the shared basics of aikido and Cuong Nhu to explore the challenge presented by controlled but determined opponents. Students should be comfortable with forward and backward roles and side drop.

• Finding Your Flow
  Green and up » Senseis Mark Villanueva and Dawn Miller

  By using breath control, core movement and physics, we review drills to train your body to move efficiently with fluid movement for combos and katas.

• Dynamic Duos - Skills and Drills for Double Weapons
  Green and up » Senseis Lucy Nguyen & John Mondrosch

  This martial arts class focuses on wielding two weapons simultaneously, emphasizing speed, fluidity, and coordination. We will train to execute attacks, defenses, and counters with both hands working in unison. The focus is on application, agility, and the development of ambidexterity. Students should be comfortable with 14 basic strikes with both sides and both grips.

• The LMNOP's of Applications
  Green and up » Sensei Gordon Eilen

  Learn 5 core principles to make applications easier and more dynamic

• Tu Hai, 2-Person Kata
  Green and up » Master Darius Jones and Sensei Hannah Reed

  Tu Hai, which means 'In four seasons, all men are brothers' is a two-person Vietnamese kata featuring different animal styles such as Crane, Snake, Tiger, and Monkey.

• Tambo Aikido (MAT ADJACENT)
  Green and up » Master Didi Goodman

  Let's explore how Cuong Nhu's aikido-based footwork and techniques blend with our tambo techniques and defenses. We'll do body movement with 360 awareness while practicing evasions, disarms, joint locks and throws. (Falling optional.)

• Moonlight Sai Kata
  Brown and up » Sensei Kendall Shows

  Moonlight Sai created by Master Hoang Thong Lap - now a Dan Rank option! This class will cover Moonlight Sai kata step by step. Applications will be discussed and practiced.

• Spear Kata
  2 Black and up » Master J. Ngo and Sensei K. Cardoni

  An in-depth overview of the Spear form with tips for timing, performance, elegance, and intensity. Bo staff or spear. Bos may be provided if attendees do not have either.

• Nhu 2 Kata and Applications
  Black and up » Sensei Caleb Boyd

  Learn Nhu 2 kata and applications (knee pads recommended)

• Tiger Form
  Black and up » Sensei Alek Kaknevicius

  Learn tiger kata with some basic applications for some of the signature moves.

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