JKD or other mixed martial arts in New Jersey
Original Poster: cjmurph75
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 17-05-2004, 01:14

Orginal Post: cjmurph75: Does anayone know of a good JKD or MMA school in South Jersey, near Philadelphia.

ninjitsu dojos in toronto and surrounding areas
Original Poster: booboo
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 15-05-2004, 23:13

Orginal Post: booboo: are there any? please post if you know any good ones

Bill McGrath
Original Poster: dscott
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 13-05-2004, 14:30

Orginal Post: dscott: I have a friend that is moving to Ithica, NY in August and he would like to keep training. Our teacher said that he thinks Bill McGrath might teach up in that area. Can anyone verify this? Can anyone recommend some schools that teach the following:

wing chun
arnis/kali/escrima
jeet kune do


Actually, I'll take any suggestions to any good school that teaches anything. Maybe he'll want to try something new.

JKD schools
Original Poster: BolivianFighter87
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 17-04-2004, 09:05

Orginal Post: BolivianFighter87: Does anyone know about any JKD schools in The Washington D.C. area? please reply ASAP, thanks!

WING CHUN - vietnamese line
Original Poster: Eugene
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 09-04-2004, 21:20

Orginal Post: Eugene: The difference between Wing Chun Kung Fu schools of China and Vietnam: in 1877 in Kuan Don (China) there was born a man named Yuen Chai Wan (Nguyen Te Cong), who was to become the progenitor of Vietnamese Wing Chun Kung Fu. This young man started on his way by becoming an apprentice of Leong Tan, along with the teacher's sons Leong Suan and Leong Bik. Through many years of hard training Nguyen Te Cong reached the highest levels in martial arts, but despite that, he didn't stop training for a single day. After saying goodby to his teacher, Nguyen moved to work in the southern part of China, where he soon found his first apprentices. Among them was Ip Man, who was training with masters Chan Hoa Tuan and Leong Bik. In 1939 Te Cong left his motherland and moved to Vietnam. There he accepted new apprentices, who were native Vietnamese. In 1939, when Patriarch Nguyen Te Cong was about to move to Vietnam, he received the secret knowledge of kung fu from his teacher. When he arrived in Vietnam and setted down there, he noticed some specific features of the Vietnamese people and Vietnamese martial arts--that's how he managed to combine some techniques of Khi Kong (Qi-qong, Chi-Kung) of Vietnam and adapt them to the new conditions of kung fu. He also conducted his own research in these areas. That's how the Vietnamese school of Wing Chun Kung Fu originated, with some differences from the classical Chinese school, preserving nevertheless all its main components. Later the second Patriarch Ho Hai Long added some elements of Khi Kong and Kung Fu. The third Patriarch Huyng Ngoc An also introduced some new features. Each of the patriarchs was taught other arts beyond kung fu, such as body massage and knowledge of medical herbs. They also had to train as medical doctors, getting knowledge of how the human body functions. The art of physiognomy (how to determine man's character and abilities by his face) was also included in the study. All of the secret techniques of Wing Chun Kung Fu are based on the deep understanding of the sensitive functioning of the human body. Lineage: five monks Ti Tin Tin Si, Miu Xin Lao Si, But Mi Lao Si, Fun Dao Dik Lao Si and the female monk Ngu Mai Lao Ni>Niem Wing Chun>Lien Bak Chu>Liong Lan Kue>Houng Hao Bao>Liong Ni Ti (apprentice of the teacher Ti Tin Tin Si)>Leong Jan (The King of Wing Chun)>Nguyen Te Cong (Yuen Chai Wan)>Nguyen Zui Hai (Ho Hai Long "Flying Sea Dragon")>Huyngh Ngoc An (Ho Phi Ho "Flying Tiger")>Igor Astashev.
http://www.wingchun.name/eng.htm

Shorite Ryu Tai Jutsu???
Original Poster: TKDman
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 05-04-2004, 16:40

Orginal Post: TKDman: Does anybody know about this style or its creator Dr. Christian Harfouche? It seems like every martial arts magazine I open has his picture and style in it. The different types of chin na that he also seems to advertise look interesting and he seems pretty qualified:
"*10th degree blk blt in David German's TAI martial arts(questionable)
*5th degree blk blt in Tae Kwon Do
*4th degree blk blt in Kenpo
*2nd degree blk blt in Kyokushin
*1st degree blk blt in budo jiu-jitsu
*blk blt level in white-tiger
*blk blt level in white-eyebrow
*Inside Kung-Fu 2004*"
but I don't like that you can "earn your black belt...through the VHS/DVD instititue." Anyone know about his shorite ryu tai jutsu style?

Lovato's School of BJJ and Vale Tudo in Oklahoma City
Original Poster: locosete
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 31-03-2004, 23:12

Orginal Post: locosete: If u live in Oklahoma City or nearby, this is the place to go!

muay thai in australia
Original Poster: monkeymonkey
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 28-03-2004, 18:18

Orginal Post: monkeymonkey: hello!

does anybody know of a good muay thai gym in the North Sydney, Australia area?

Ive decided to step out of my wing chun comfort zone and learn a bit of brutal combat, as well as lose the wing chun belly ive been developing :wink: .

So does anybody know of a good MT gym with some exercise and sparring in the northern suburbs of sydney?

jkd
Original Poster: paul64
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 19-03-2004, 14:34

Orginal Post: paul64:

Wing Chun in D.C.: Old Forum Topic
Original Poster: setsu nin to
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 13-03-2004, 17:44

Orginal Post: setsu nin to: Wing Chun in D.C.

RKE
Hello everyone,

I have been trying to a wing chun or savate school in the washington d.c. or northern Virginia. I have been looking for quite some time now and I need all the help I can get on finding either styles. If anyone knows of A Wing Chun or Savate school in my area please post me. Thank you.
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Stg
did you check the yellow pages? you can also check yahoo.com
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NeverMan
http://www.wckfc.com/schools/virg.htm#Darris

http://www.wingchun.org/txt/schools/usa/dc.html

This is just what I found after two minutes of looking.
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RKE
never man,

Thanks for your help. most of those guys ive seen before on the internet but live like 2 hours away from me. But Canton wing Chun Was very helpful. Thanks you.
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Sim Bop Sool: Old Forum Topic
Original Poster: setsu nin to
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 13-03-2004, 17:26

Orginal Post: setsu nin to: Sim Bop Sool

jlambvo
Sim bop sool... anyone heard of this or know what it is? I haven't been able to find any info on it in English on the web...
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JKDDANNY
Sounds like a Korean style from TKD or Kuk Sool won
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Seeking helpful advice and Baltimore Martial Arts: Old Forum
Original Poster: setsu nin to
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 13-03-2004, 17:21

Orginal Post: setsu nin to: Seeking helpful advice and Baltimore Martial Arts

Lazarus Long
Hello,

Looking for some martial arts in the Baltimore, Maryland area. Okay, I know that's incredibly vague, but that's because I also need some advice on my next path. Here's my basic MA history:

I began with TKD at the age of 8. At the age of 14, I also took on boxing. At the age of 16, I stopped taking TKD, though I continued with boxing until I was 18. Then, at 18, I moved off to college, took Aikido for my four years at college, while also taking ninjutsu on the side. Since then, I've moved to Baltimore city. I'll probably continue taking either Aikido or ninjutsu, although I've noticed that since ninjutsu differs so drastically from dojo to dojo (or from instructor to instructor, for that matter), I may not take it - I attended two different dojos in the four years I attended classes and it might as well have been two entirely different styles. One focused almost entirely on balance, ground work, and weapons, while the other placed its emphasis mostly on quick, disabling strikes followed by throws. So, taking up ninjutsu again may not be what I want right now, despite it being what I feel has influenced my current style the most.

Right now, I'm also looking for something that has a very heavy and trying physical aspect to it. While I'm still in decent shape (you have to be, to take ninjutsu and Aikido for four years), I think I want to go through the physical exertion that so far only boxing has provided me with.

The art that I am most intrigued by currently is Savate, but the only place I know that teaches Savate in Maryland is in Brookeville, which is over an hour's drive from Baltimore. Scratch that one. Muay Thai is also a possibility. I've read a lot on Krav Maga, and that is something I've wanted to try for years, but I hear it's incredibly difficult to find anyone teaching that, and I certainly haven't found anyone in Baltimore.

So, there are the three choices I'd like to look into. Muay Thai is probably on the bottom of the list, with Savate being on the top (a good friend and mentor for most of my teen years trained in Aikido and Savate for about fifteen years, and he speaks rather highly of the combination).

So, I am ninety percent sure that I'll take on Aikido, and not ninjutsu, for both of which I have found places in the Baltimore area. However, that still leaves me open as far as my second MA is concerned.

Also, I'm not just looking for MT, Savate, or Krav Maga. I'm very open to suggestions. Based on my history, the assumption that I will be taking Aikido (so nothing too similar to that), and that I am looking for something physically demanding, any other ideas that I haven't listed?

Thanks,
Lazarus Long
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Bushi
Baltimore Area

Aikido - Many good-to-great schools
Muay Thai - Not any legitimate that I know of within 50 miles
Boxing - Plenty in Baltimore and toward DC
Savate - Not any that I know of within 200+ miles
Jujitsu - Plenty available both JJJ and BJJ
Judo - Great Club located in Baltimore
Karate(non-korean)- Plenty styles available
Ninjutsu- There is no legitimate schools. There is a Bujinkan Mcdojo about 10miles SW (Columbia) of Baltimore DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME.

Check the phone books to find most of the schools mentioned. Take your Time 75% are child development centers (MCDOJOS )
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Ninja Kl0wn
If you plan on keeping with ninjutsu, look into the Jinenkan organization ( www.jinenkan.com ). It's run by Fumio Manaka, one of Hatsumi's highest ranking pre-bujinkan students. As far as skill goes, he's the only person in the ninjutsu world you could consider close to Hatsumi and Tanemura. Oh yeah, and he lives in Baltimore now.
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Lazarus Long
Hmm...

A friend of mine currently takes Aikido in Baltimore and speaks highly of where he goes, so when I pick up Aikido again (which is a definite), that's probably where I'll go. I think there's a very good chance that Aikido will become my primary style, and I think it's what I will continue with throughout my life. My question more concerns picking up a second style. I've heard very bad things about ninjutstu in Baltimore, but knowing what you just said heartens me. I was rather disheartened with the first dojo I attended, which is why I switched after a year, and then took about three years in Cincinatti, where I was very impressed.

Still, I am hoping for something that is more physically demanding. I've been disappointed lately with my lack of exercise, and I think it would be nearly impossible to keep up with my job, two martial arts, and still attend a gym that provides me with the same level of exercise that boxing did.

Hmm... maybe this is is a little too much to ask for, in a place as small as Baltimore. But then again, when I was in Ohio, both Dayton and CIncinatti had decent selection as far as MA was concerned, and Baltimore is bigger than both. Bah.

So, I think I'll check out that website, and maybe start up with ninjutsu again. If anyone has any suggestions about another style, or a specific place to study Aikido, definitely drop a line.

-Lazarus
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Arjun
You might have to sacrifice in-school physical training for good martial arts training, since not many dojos do a high level of physical conditioning. But thats no reason to give up on muscular training all together. Join a good MA school and a good gym. Three or Four days a week at the gym, putting in around 45 minutes of lifting and cardio per session will keep you in very good shape, then in that MA school you can focus solely on the skill training.

If you dont like that idea, maybe if you really wanted a school that incorporates both of those things, I suggest looking into a MMA gym. Muay Thai and Boxing would also be very wise. Of course these arent the only places that do such things, but they are the only places that are a constant in supplying physical training with their skill training throughout the world. Look at every place that you have interest in, you might get lucky and find what you want, but be patient, dont rush into anything, and dont get sold on anything.

Krav Maga has gone steadily and quickly downhill. The KM association (www.kravmaga.com) has been selling their name and credits faster than Martha Stewart sold her stock (Haha, that was really corny, I know.)

Anyone with a couple thousand bucks and time enough to attend a few seminars can become a certified krav maga 'master'. Very sad, since it used to be a great art, but not all schools have turned sour. Any KM school that teaches only krav maga and has been doing so for more than 2 or 3 years has a better shot at being legit than anything else. Most BS Krav Maga McDojos are karate or tae kwon do places that buy their certification to attract more business.

If you are interested in reality defense training (the name commonly given to schools that train specifically for real combat, such as Krav Maga used to), maybe you should look in to Systema. Its a russian art and comparable to KM in design and application (though not quite in training). From my experience, and from the knowledgable opinions of many other folks, Systema is usually a better choice than most other reality defense schools.

Your best bet is to do research online, then look into local schools. Go to watch a class, talk to the instructors, then go back home and look into each particular style and school. Also: it would be easier for you to decide on a school, and for us to help you, if you figure out exactly why you want to train, what goals you have, what you want back from your training, etc.
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Lazarus Long
I've looked into Systema and was very intrigued, but alas, there is no where in Baltimore that I've found - nowhere legitimate in Maryland at all, to my knowledge.

I've started looking around in the area. I visited one that claims to teach Aikido, but it seemed like it was mostly bull, so scratch that one. There's a pretty promising place that teaches Brazilian Jiu Jutsu. I'm not entirely sure that BJJ is the particular art I want to get into right now, but if I can't find anything else in Baltimore, that's probably where I'll go. Then I ran across another couple of McDojos that I barely had to step inside to veto.

There's a place in Dundalk (which is not too far from downtown, where I am) called Defenders, Inc. or something that I haven't checked out, but I think I will soon. I haven't come across anyone who knows anything about it, but it claims to teach reality-based defense in the style of American police officers. From some of the descriptions I've recieved, I am a little bit wary - I think overall it's going to be a very passive place, which isn't what I'm looking for, but I suppose it's probably worth checking out in person. If any of you have heard anything about the place, maybe you could drop a line.

I would really like to come across a decent place that teaches Aikido, simply because I've been taking it for a while now, discluding the three month hiatus on martial arts I'm currently coming out of, and my current plan is to spend a lot of work with one MA, that being my primary focus, and take on a second that combines well. Aikido and some form of kickboxing could be interesting and I think would make me pretty well-rounded. But, then I need to find a decent place in the city that teaches it, so that's another thing that I'm very open to suggestions about.

So, to answer your last questions -

Why I want to train: Training in an MA has been part of my life since the age of 8, and I feel naked without it. I also feel that any person should be as self-sufficient as possible, and honing my mind and body in such a way definitely brings me to that goal. The discipline is great, and I like staying physically fit, which training compels me to do. It also helps that I really enjoy sparring, and while I avoid most fights outside of sparring, I like to make sure that if I can't avoid one, I will come out ahead, least possible damage to me, most possible damage to the other person.

What goals I have: My goals are somewhat listed in the above. To achieve self-sufficience, as vague as that sounds.

What I want back from my training: Physical exercise, discipline, a very healthy dose of resistance sparring. Reality-based, of course.

So, there it is. None of that does a huge amount for me in helping to select a school, since all of this has been in mind since the beginning regardless. C'est la vie.

Thanks for the advice. I wish I knew more about the Baltimore MA scene. It was so much easier in Ohio and in Jersey, because I was part of it, and I could find all those places that don't have a website and heavy advertising, just from word of mouth.
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Bushi
If Aikido is what you are looking for, then
Baltimore Aikido
1024 Light Street
Baltimore, MD 21230
410 727-2318
is what you are looking for. They are Aikikai and belong to Saotome Sensei's Org. ASU
the only place better than this is the HQ school in Washington DC.
Good Luck
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savate in DC: Old Forum Topic
Original Poster: setsu nin to
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 13-03-2004, 17:20

Orginal Post: setsu nin to: savate in DC

RKE
hello everyone

does anyone know of any savate schools in the northern va, or washington d.c. area? thanks for your help
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KONY
I don't think savate is offered in the U.S. very much. Haven't heard of any in the DC Metro area but there could be since this is a major city. Good luck!
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Muay thai in DC?: Old Forum Topic
Original Poster: setsu nin to
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 13-03-2004, 16:52

Orginal Post: setsu nin to: Muay thai in DC?

Muaythaiguy
I'm new to martial arts and I really want to start Muay Thai training but I can't seem to find a gym in the DC area. Does anyone here train in Muay thai in the DC area? Or know of any gyms?. Any help is appreciated
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Bushi
I can help you but first you need to tell me more specifically what part of the DC area. Northern Virginia, DC, Maryland.
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Muaythaiguy
I live in fairfax county, specifically springfield. But I'd be willing to go to DC or Montgomery county, even eastern loudoun county if the gym is worth the drive. I've already checked out one place called Trident Academy but it doesn't look like a place I would want to study/train.
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Mixed artist
How about www.onespiritmartialarts.com It is suppossed to be a great school.
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Bushi
Just so I know, Why not hte Trident Academy? Because i was going to suggest that one..Be honest I have no connection to that Academy.
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Muaythaiguy
I went over there and checked it out. I met with some people, talked to some of the instructors and students. Just seemed like a goofy bunch of people that didn't really take things too seriously. I'm not looking for a military school, but some structure and discipline would be nice. No offense to anyone who trains there, it's just not my thing. Thanks for the link. That school looks like a potential winner. Oh and bushi, I read your post about the ridiculous amount of tkd schools in the phone book. And you're right, it's frustrating as hell.
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Bushi
Yeah its true but I am mostly trying to get a little color going in the Keyboard Warriors section its getting off to a slow start though.

Anyway I have just formed a school in Winchester, which is mega miles from you but maybe we can hook up one day and get some training in. I trained in Muay Thai for 2.5 years (a Vietnamese off shoot, focused on elbows and Knees) Let me know I work down in Chantilly/Herdon (Fairfax Co.)
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8LimbsScientist
quote:

Originally posted by Bushi
I trained in Muay Thai for 2.5 years (a Vietnamese off shoot, focused on elbows and Knees)



Vietnamese offshoot? Sounds interesting...
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Bushi
Yeah, ( I focused on it alone for about 2.5 years at a rate of 6-8 hours a week.) I still train in the style, but mostly with an MMA club I belong to on the side. The style is referred to as Vo-tu-do (pronounced Vo two Yo). Which is a pre- France influence (language) for Vietnamese free fighting. A group of Vietnamese Fighters would travel to Siam/Thailand and fight in Competitions. The style focuses on in-fighting due to the Hieght disadvantage of the Vietnamese. The style focuses on closing distance to the clinch and working elbows and knees from every conceivable direction almost like a blitzkrig.

Ultimately it is Muay Thai...Vietnamese style
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MA dude
Bushi you are a mma guy? I thought you were aikido or something like that. What club do you belong too? Speaking of MT offshoots I heard of a Filipino mt offshoot called yaw yawn which seemed pretty cool. It has some interesting stuff.
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Bushi
I do it all Baby I study at a Traditional School and belong to an MMA club that I train at twice a week to keep up with my Muay Thai and ne waza combo.

Oh, the club I belong to is Team Round Table in Winchester, VA.

p.s. You should look at peoples Members page
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cross
Check the yellow pages. There are plenty of gyms in the DC area. I don't know about this one but try Yamasaki, it combines MT w/ Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. There are locations in Rockville Maryland and Springfield Va.
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Bushi
Yamasaki is a pretty good place to train That might work for you. The Springfield one anyway. The Rockville would be a waist of time (the commute and all)
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Muaythaiguy
The only problem is that I will only be living in this area for about 6 more weeks. And all of the places seem to want me to sign a contract, which is obviously something that I don't want to be doing.
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Bushi
Yeah that sucks. I do a good amount of traveling and you would be suprised how many schools will give you a break on the whole contract thing if you tell them you just want a place to train temporarily. I do it so much that I will drop into a city and train one class only for mostly around 7-10 bucks. But when you desperate you will do almost anything. It is really eye opening.
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MA dude
www.onespiritmartialarts.com charges monthly. There MT program is great from what I heard with 2 champions from Lupini stadium.
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Muaythaiguy
one spirit martial arts does charge monthly, but they require a contract. I contacted them about it right after I saw your post and they confirmed that for me.
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MA dude
They require a contract? I think you will like the school anyway I have heard many good things about them.
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KONY
One Spirit Martial Arts is a pretty good school judging from a couple visits I had. Lots of arts to choose from. As for the Yamasaki Academy, I think Muay Thai is taught only at their Rockville and DC locations. Don't think their Springfield locale offers muay thai (could be wrong though). However, have heard good things about their school on various boards. Phan's University (www.vpuma.com) has a muay thai program. They are in Springfield on Old Keene Mill Road near Lee Chapel Highway. You might want to check them out. Don't know of any other Muay Thai programs unless you want to check out schools teaching American Kickboxing.

- KONY

P.S.: A semester-long Muay Thai/ NHB class is being held at George Mason University's Aquatic Center starting on Tuesday, Jan. 27th. The class is being taught by folks from One Spirit. Hope this helps!
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Bushi
Kony
Where in Northern Virginia are you located and what do you train?
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KONY
Bushi,

I'm in Fairfax. Have yet to train in anything so far. I have always wanted to but never got around to it. Now that my son has begun training, I thought I would start. Will be checking out the muay thai program at GMU that I just mentioned to get a flavor for it. From there, I will see how it goes as far as choosing a permanent school. Just two days a week and its pretty cheap tuition so I think its worth a try. How do you like Winchester? For martial arts and in general? As for your commute to Chantilly, I had a friend living in Winchester that comutted everyday to Fairfax for work.
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Bushi
I just moved to Winchester. I am currently trying to get my MA school off the ground.(part-time) I commute to MMA clubs to keep my training up, but I teach a class at my work place once a week. I offerred Muaythaiguy training anytime we could get together, the same goes for you. I will PM you my email and we could set it up if you like.
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KONY
Bushi,

I think I understand the whole PM thing now. Sorry about the confusion. Thank you very much for the offer. I sent you an email.
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Muaythaiguy
bushi, I sent you an email buddy.
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dalessit
Muaythaiguy,

We have 1 year, 6 month, 3 Month & 1 month (no contract)

The only thing you have to sign is a waiver.

Obviously the price goes up as the length of the contract goes down.

dalessit
www.onespiritmartialarts.com
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KONY
Dalessit,

Have the onesipirit classes being offerred at GMU been cancelled for the semester? I have tried to attending the first two sessions but the first was cancel due to weather and the other (today) no one showed up. Tried calling onespirit and no one answered.
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Dalessit
KONY,

I'll find out today and post, sorry about that.

dalessit
www.onespiritmartialarts.com
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Jeff Rockwell
Hi guys, I just wanted to fill you in on the situation over at GMU. My name is Jeff, and I am one of the two instructors for the Mason MMA/Jiu-jitsu program. Classes were cancelled last week due to inclimate weather, sorry if anyone showed up and there was no one there. The people at the front desk should have been informed of the cancellations, I apologize if there was a breakdown in the communication link.

Classes officially start this Tuesday! We run two classes every Tuesday night - MMA/Muay Thai from 6:30 to 7:30, and BJJ from 7:30 to 9pm. We also have an open mat scheduled for Friday nights from 6-8pm. At some point this may change to a regular scheduled class, but for now, come one come all! Come check us out, you will find that Dave and I (the other instructor/coach) are friendly and down to earth, as well as knowledgable and experienced. We had a great group of students last semester, and are expecting a big turnout this spring.

BTW, our MMA/Muay Thai class has a strong MMA flavor to it. If you are interested in training pure Muay Thai, I highly recommend checking out One Spirit Martial Arts in Reston. Master Danny (Lumpinee Champion) and Brooks Miller (Khun Khao) will give you all the hardcore Muay Thai you can handle. If you are interested in learning Standup skills, Clinch skills, and Ground skills for Mixed Martial Arts competition or for self-defense against a truly resisting opponent, come check us out at Mason!

Best,

Jeff Rockwell
[email  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it [/email 
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KONY
Jeff,

Thanks for the update!
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MA dude
I would defenitely suggest onespirit mma. From what I heard it is a unique mma system that includes weapons and alive training. It is also suppossed to be great for either mma comp. and teaches you some of the best self defense techniques.
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MA dude
Do you have any websites with information on that vietnamese muay thai offshoot??
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Bushi
www.worldfightingarts.com
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Muaythaiguy
Bushi, does that school teach all of those individual styles? Or does it teach one discipline that is a mix of every style?
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Bushi
The Kickboxing class is mixed, meaning all the styles (Kickboxing styles that is)smashed together. But lets face it Kickboxing styles are very similar with little differences. The main style of KB is Vo-tu-do which is almost identical to MT just strategic differences. There is no CardioKickboxing. They feel true KB covers that.

As far as all the others I am not sure. The grappling style is as good as any other school I have seen.

There schedule looks something like this.

World fighting Arts (eclectic) M, W, Th, Fri 5-6
Kickboxing- Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs 9-11
Grappling Tues, Wed, Thurs Fri 8-9

Hope that helps.
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Do they practice Kalar Payatto in United States?: Old Forum
Original Poster: setsu nin to
Forum: Recommended Schools
Posted On: 13-03-2004, 16:11

Orginal Post: setsu nin to: Do they practice Kalar Payatto in United States?

ShardarIslam
I was wondering whether or not they practice Kalaripayatto in United States, since my parents are thinking about moving, though most likely they won't. I am not in anyway a Kalaripayette artist, I box. However I do have somewhat of an interest.
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Ninja Kl0wn
While I have heard of the art, I know very little about it and have never heard of a school in the US that teaches it.
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Arjun
Same here - Though a friend of mine said there is a kung fu school in North Carolina where one of the instructos teach it privately.
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