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Mixed Martial Arts

The Mixed Martial Arts program is designed to give a complete introduction to the techniques and philosophies of Jiu-Jitsu. Throughout the course, students will learn standing self-defense techniques to deal with attacks against grabs, chokes, headlocks, bear hugs and punches. In addition to the standing self-defense and takedowns, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of ground fighting and the use of the guard, mount and side control.

Triangle Jiu-Jitsu Academy

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Kenjutsu - The Art of the Samurai Sword
The first recorded historical systematic teachings of the Japanese long sword began about 800 AD. This art was studied and practiced by the bushido (warriors) and samurai through the 11th century. Kenjutsu is the ancestor of Kendo, a practical martial art.

Bokken
It was during the Muromachi Period 1336-1600 A.D. that the use of the bokken became popular. During this time, the warriors began learning the art of dueling against a single opponent instead of fighting in a battlefield situation. This concept also gave birth to the highly skilled and regarded samurai.

What Do Kenjutsu Students Wear?
Kenjutsu wear is traditional, consisting usually of hakama (split skirt trousers), keikogi (a heavy weight jacket worn tucked in) and obi (belt). As a rule, there are no belt colors in Kenjutsu, only titles: Deshi (student), Renshi (instructor), Kyoshi (teacher), and Hanshi (master).

Principal Aims and Benefits
At Karate International of Durham we emphasize flexibility and concentration. All classes begin with stretching, strengthening and centering exercises. Our training ranges from quiet meditative practice to vigorous martial techniques. We maintain traditional etiquette in a friendly atmosphere. The benefits of regular training are improved confidence, posture, coordination and stamina with the development of a more focused mind and flexible body. Self-defense develops through enhanced concentration and an understanding of a broad range of martial arts techniques.

Classes may incorporate Kenjutsu, Kendo and Aiki-Jutsu with more of a focus on Kenjutsu (sword techniques).

Sword: Etiquette, Battle Katas, Partner Drills, Disarms & Take-downs. Classes focus on technique and stance work, free style fencing bouts with bokken, shinai, and live blades, all developing a sense and feel of combat. Disarming techniques are also practiced.

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Fitness Core Training

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The Situational Self-Defense Program teaches practical and realistic skills. You will learn how assailants think and how to react both verbally and physically for self-protection. Classes are taught to individuals of any level of fitness. Knowledge is Prevention!

Awareness - Prevention - Effective Skills

SESSION 1 - Common Sense Defense Understanding aggression and how to become aware of hostile tendencies in others is the beginning of the first session. "Situational Evaluation" is demonstrated to show how the proper use of "options" such as withdrawing or ignoring, etc. will often eliminate the need for physical solutions. The session is then expanded to emphasis how attitude produces respect in relationships and how it acts as a front line defense against intimidations.

SESSION 2 - Walking Into Darkness The second session deals exclusively with methods of controlling fear and panic. You are taught to channel the energy of sudden fright in short but super levels of strength for defense and escape. A study of fear is then made to show that it is both natural and normal to have, and how the methods of panic control can be tempered to face everyday trials which tend to restrict personal growth.

SESSION 3 - Standing Against Strength What to do when all else fails is the subject of session three. The factual knowledge of sessions one and two are put into exclusive application for women by demonstrating methods of psyching out your assailant, reacting without freezing, executing without thinking, and hurting without hitting.

SESSION 4 - Feeling Empowered The final session centers on maintaining your self defense capability. Special reaction drills are taught and the defense patterns of session three are reviewed so they can be practiced at home for greater proficiency. The seminar concludes with a discussion on what needs to be done to "Stick to the B.A.S.I.C.S." to insure personal growth, security and physical benefit.

Instructor: Master Diane Whitfield, 7th Degree Black Belt For more information on workshops call 919-489-6100!

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A BREATH OF FRESH LIFE FOR SUCCESSFUL STRESS MANAGEMENT

"The Relaxation Seminar" is a valuable program for everyone. The program can help you to learn to relax whenever you need to relax. The Relaxation Seminar helps you cope with stress by helping you to learn mental and physical relaxation.

The Relaxation Seminar consists of specially prepared mental relaxation techniques which can be learned easily within a period of about three hours. The Relaxation Seminar makes use of proven methods of relaxation and problem solving developed by Mr. Jose Silva, founder of the highly successful "Silva Method," which is the result of over 40 years of research. Mr. Silva is the author of the popular book, The Silva Control Method.

The Relaxation Seminar uses mental relaxation techniques to help eliminate the need for drugs (i.e. tranquilizers), remedies which are frequently taken for the alleviation of tension, stress, headaches, fatigue and insomnia. Learning how to manage the mind and body naturally can do away with the need for drugs and their undesirable side effects You can overcome the negative aspects of stress 'in a constructive and healthful way. Learning how to manage stress constructively will help you to cope with the common pressures of everyday living, recoup energies rapidly, and enhance you health and well being.

Relaxation and stress cannot exist at the same time In the same place. The time to learn to relax and enjoy the benefits of The Relaxation Seminar is now!

MONEY BACK GUARANTEE Call 919-489-6100 for class schedule