Joint locks are used in mixed martial arts fighting in order to prompt an opponent to submit or risk injury. A joint lock is achieved when a particular joint is forced to its maximum range of motion to the point that any additional movement will cause hyperextension as well as pain and the potential for injury. ...read more
Tang soo do is a defensive martial art that has its beginnings in Korea. Tang denotes the dynasty the martial art comes from. Soo translated means open hand or worthiness and do means art or way. Simply, Tang soo do translated means The Tang art of worthiness. A basic front kick is one of the first moves learned in Tang Soo Do. ...read more
Martial arts themed birthday parties are very popular among children of all ages. Finding the perfect martial arts birthday invitations can be difficult. Many companies will create custom invitation, but they can be very expensive. You can print your own martial arts birthday invitations for free. ...read more
Buying martial arts books is a way for a person to learn some training techniques to practice at home. Before buying a book, the person should read reviews to see if it is recommended by other martial arts enthusiasts. Looking locally and at an online bookstore can help the person find the book for the lowest price. ...read more
Shaolin Kung Fu is a popular martial art. It was made popular by Shaolin monks. They have used this martial arts for centuries to defend themselves and their way of life from outsiders. The art was traditionally not taught to outsiders, but that changed in the 20thcentury. ...read more
Mixed martial arts, or MMA, has taken off in the United States. The combination of tae kwon do, karate, jiu-jitsu and other fighting styles has intrigued millions. Even if you don't have dreams of being a famous MMA fighter, you may find training at an MMA gym to be great for your health. ...read more
Martial art is a self-defense technique that was originated in Japan and Asia. Each style is unique in its own way, but all styles can be deadly. Some of the fighting styles are used by the military in foreign countries. ...read more
Boxing is a physical sport, and it requires excellent conditioning to be successful. If you become fatigued in the middle of a fight, you will lose. The fighter in better condition almost always wins. You can improve your conditioning for boxing training by following a couple of quick and easy steps. ...read more
Aikido is quickly becoming one of the most popular martial arts in the nation. The art is designed to aid people of all sizes and ages in defending themselves. Aikido is particularly popular with women and children, due to the fact that the martial art's techniques are meant to use attackers' force against them. ...read more
By rwmom March 10, 2015
Jiu-Jitsu and yoga in one gym?? What? I love it! As a long-time yogi I wanted to find a gym that offered a variety of classes including yoga. When my girlfriends raved about how fun Jiu-Jitsu classes at EAE were I knew I had to try it. When I found out they offered Jiu-Jitsu and yoga, plus CrossFit AND kickboxing I was sold. What a great variety for very reasonable price. ...read more
By workingmomweb January 20, 2015
Just signed up for the New Years Get Fit program (http://www.eastsideaustinelite.com/new-years-get-fit-program) and I'm already loosing weight and feeling great. The trainers are motivating and knowledgeable. Once I've lost a few pounds I'm going to try Russian Sambo and Brazilian Jui-Jitsu! I've always wanted to try mixed martial arts and can do it all at Eastside Austin. Thanks guys! ...read more
By Home Comfort Care December 01, 2014
We love going to this gym for CrossFit and Yoga. We've tried the boxing which it's a great facility for it. We did the body measurements and they gave us a meal plan to follow with our training. I think my husband on I are on the right track to weight loss and getting healthy the right way through proper personal training and eating the right way. Eastside Austin Elite is great!!! ...read more
If you are looking to get in shape this summer try something new. Try not to go back to your usual routine of walking, running, and going to the gym. You know you have always wanted to try a Martial Arts Class of some type like kickboxing or grappling. Why not make this summer the time, your time. The nice thing about the martial arts is that it will get you in shape and at the same time teach you a valuable skill of defending yourself and or your family. Keep in mind that the martial arts is an individual sport. You don't have to keep up with anyone but yourself. It is self paced but also has the incentive of an instructor to give you that extra push. Too many people feel that before they can get into a martial arts class they have to get into shape first. This is not the case. It is the class that will help get you into shape and challenge you to set goals for yourself. Learn how to use your knees and elbows in muay thai boxing. Learn how to combine devastating kicks with punches in kickboxing from a style developed by Bruce Lee called Jeet Kune Do. Study the Art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu or ground fighting. Teach yourself coordination and self defense through Filipino Kali. Then mix it all together in Mixed Martial Arts. So come on, what are you waiting for, the summer is coming fast! If you still need more incentive to get you started. The Parra Academy is offering 50% off for the month of June. Now pick up the phone and call 512-797-1063 and ask about this offer. ...read more
By Parra Academy of Martial Arts June 02, 2011
The Warrior's Edge Academy of Martial Arts in Buda will be moving at the end of the month. The new location offers discounts to new students. Call Ray for more information @ 797-1063. ...read more
By Parra Academy of Martial Arts September 22, 2010
Teaching Self-Defense to High School Students We discuss how you will be effectedt emotionally first and that it is important to deal with it in advance and not at the end a possible confrontation. This class is generally 60 minutes in length but could easily go on for hours if time was available. Chris Roberts is the Teaching Director and founder of Safe International, based in Ontario, Canada. Chris and his company are affiliates of Summit Self Defense and he is a guest author of this blog. Mr. Roberts has extensive experience teaching men, women and high school aged students. He has an extensive martial arts, self defense and combatitives background. Stay in touch with him through his social networking sites! FaceBook: http://www.facebook.com/safeinternational Twitter: http://twitter.com/chris__roberts ...read more
By Summit Self Defense™ (Texas and New Mexico) January 25, 2010