Fitness training though combative fighting techniques has many advantages over traditional cardio or weight training. This type of conditioning improves strength, speed, resistance, flexibility and muscle reflexes.  Balance and coordination is enhanced, allowing your body to remain stable and retain good form. All techniques are also important in self-defense mechanisms. Classes provide extensive cardiovascular exercise and muscle toning. Classes are customizable to your preferred fitness level and interests.

BJJ

Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu ( BJJ ) is a combination between a combat sport and martial arts. BJJ is taken from the techniques of Judo and based on Japanese Jujutsu. BJJ concentrates on grappling (controlling another contestant without the use of striking) and methods of ground fighting. Chokeholds and joint-locks are used as submission  holds, enabling a smaller individual to effectively defend against a bigger or stronger opponent with the aide of leverage and correct techniques.

BJJ – Gi and No Gi

A Gi is a uniform worn my BJJ fighters. The use of a Gi aids certain techniques, allowing contestants to choke, grab, hold and throw opponents. The Gi acts as a handle, opening possibilities for other maneuvers. Fighting without a Gi takes away this aid, so competitors much utilize other ways to hold and throw the opposition. Both styles of fighting require specific technique training.

MMA

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is made most popular by the televised Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). It is a full contact combat sport combining a variety of fighting techniques, both traditional and nontraditional. MMA fights include both striking and ground (grappling) methods. MMA has less restrictions on fighting than other combative sports, making it closer to a real unarmed combative situation. A Gi is not worn in MMA fights.

Boxing

Boxing is a combat sport, involving only the use of fists. The goal is to have the opponent too injured to continue, or unable to stand up three seconds after being punched to the ground. If after three rounds of fighting with neither of these occurring, a winner is determined by judges. Opposing fighters are paired based on their weight category.

Kickboxing

Kickboxing is a full contact sport that uses martial art style kicks, combined with standing boxing style punches. This does not include any ground fighting, such as grappling.  In North American, using knees or elbows is forbidden and the use of shins is scarcely allowed. Fights with feet and fists are allowed, striking only above the hips.