Welcome to our Academy!
At The Academy, our students receive quality training from master level instructors who truly care about your martial arts experience.
The main goal of both self defense and combative arts is to "Preserve Life!"
One of our main goals is to perfect practical application fighting techniques. This covers all fighting distances from long range to grappling, and single to multiple attackers. Let's face it, in a dangerous situation you will have little to no time to evaluate
and come up with a multitude of logical defenses. Your body must move reactively. You must perform maneuvers over and over until your body will react even when absent of conscious thought. To this end, Survival Tactics are incorporated into every discipline we teach. Each individual practitioner uniquely adapts these techniques to their abilities. No person is
created the same as another physically or mentally, and our training allows for these differences. In order to accomplish this, we provide a variety of martial arts programs for all ages. You will experience the highest level of instruction, a great workout, and loads of fun. We look forward to meeting you and answering any questions you may have.
- Angela Sutton, Chief Instructor
Our Programs Are Varied...
The core of our Bu Jutsu lies in the roots of Okinawan Shorin-Ryu Karatedo and Toyei Ju Jutsu from the lineage of Shimabukuro, Eizo. The two arts truly complement each other and at their highest levels are inseparable.
Shorin-Ryu karate uses natural stances, breathing, and direct movements to evade and counter attacks. Toyei Ju Jutsu compliments this by applying the principles of off-balancing and leverage to the arts of falling, throwing, locking, grappling on the
ground, and applied self-defense. The techniques are done with graceful and powerful movements while developing posture, fluid movement, excellent coordination, and attention to detail, thus giving a person the opportunity to be a well rounded and
confident martial artist.
Our Kobu Jutsu is of like origin. Based on the weapon teachings of Shimabukuro, Eizo and Matayoshi, Shinpo is a combined system that we refer to as An'Yaku Ryu Kyu Kobu Jutsu (Ancient Weapon Arts of Okinawa).
Our weapons program offers an in-depth physical and historical study of the most common of these weapons. This is a combat weapons class and is designed for students who exhibit a higher level of understanding in regards to the intricacies of technique and applications of force and control.
Aiki Ju Jutsu is an ancient Japanese martial art, and has many benefits and practical applications. In addition to the physical benefits of greater flexibility, balance and strength, one also receives the mental and spiritual benefits of finding one's center, gaining an higher level of self awareness, self confidence, and conflict resolution. Because the principles of Aiki are of harmonious motion and blending of energy, it is possible for people of all different strengths and abilities to practice together. Remember that Aiki means harmony with energy, so that anyone can learn the movements regardless of strength, or age.
Iaido is a Japanese martial art associated with the smooth, controlled movements of drawing the sword from its scabbard, striking or cutting an opponent, removing blood from the blade, and then replacing the sword in the scabbard. Iaido's emphasis is on precise, controlled, fluid motion.
This is a free program open to all Academy Black Belt students with prior approval from Sensei Sutton.
Our Tae Kwon Do is for everyone. Classes are open to men, women, youth, parents, and grandparents from 10 years young to 80+ years old. Everyone can benefit physically and mentally from the study of this martial art. The art in general emphasizes kicks thrown from a moving stance and includes a system of blocks, punches, and open-handed strikes with various take-downs, sweeps, throws, and joint locks. Our Tae Kwon Do instructors also incorporate the use of pressure points, known as jiapsul, as well as self-defense techniques borrowed from other martial arts, such as Silat and Judo.
Applied Self Defense is Street Smart self defense, based on practical, yet simple applications that you can learn in a few hours. The techniques are based on instinctive responses that allow you to act realistically and confidently in a threatening situation.
Our programs for Little Ninjas Ages (4-6) and Warrior Kids Ages (7-9) are sure to bring fun and excitement into your child's life while developing important self defense skills. Your child's confidence will grow as they become better students at school, better listeners and more ambitious towards the future.
Our Cardio Kick Boxing provides both an intense aerobic and anaerobic training experience in a fast-paced, up-tempo environment incorporating cardio floor work, partner training, intense bag work, interval training and more.
The Lebanon Fight Club provides training in Mixed Martial Arts for those interested in cage fighting or those just looking for an opportunity to train like a fighter. This is a contact sport class based on stand-up, ground fighting, clinch fighting, and submissions incorporated from Muay Thai Kickboxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.
Our Facility Is Awesome...
The Academy of Self Defense and Combative Arts is a 6000 square foot facility... a Cadillac of Martial Arts Centers! We offer two fully matted training areas, one of which is built on a spring loaded floor.
For our MMA fans and Self Defense students we offer 60 feet of cage wall for training in tight places and corners. In addition, free weights are available, as well as speed bags, hanging bags, and ropes for climbing.
Parents, spouses and young children will find our lobby both comfortable and convenient with clear viewing of our training areas.
Separate Men's and Women's dressing rooms provide direct access to the dojo floor.
Our own personal Pro Shop is provided for uniform and equipment purchases offering quality, convenience, and competitive pricing. Our school is conveniently located just outside the city limits on Park Drive off East Hwy 32.
Please feel free to call for specific directions or visit our "Information" link above.
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