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(905) 737-7095
10520 Yonge Street Richmond Hill, ON
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Business Type: Individual Sports
Region: York
Municipality: Richmond Hill
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Established in 1988, the Academies of Martial Arts are a collective of professional schools committed to the propagation of traditional Martial Arts. We believe the study of these Arts to be both a physical and philosophical challenge with abundant rewards for all who embark on the Martial Arts Way. Children and young adults hold an important position in today's society and will play a vital role in tomorrows. At the Academy of Martial Arts we believe in developing strong bodies and minds in a positive and challenging environment. Strong and secure children possess the confidence in them-selves to avoid many of the pitfalls facing today's youth. It is our goal to help our students develop the skills to defend themselves and the confidence to walk away. |
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Martial Arts, Karate Instructions |
Karate
Our style of Karate is Japanese Goju Ryu. It is a system of self-defense using hands, feet, elbows and knees that emphasizes a balance between the hard (GO) and soft (JU). | Jiu Jitsu
Translates as gentle or soft technique.This system of grappling deals with joint locks, chokes, and a variety of submission techniques for both standing and ground fighting. | Tai Chi
This soft internal Martial Art has it's origin in China. Our Yang style has a Chen influence and is beneficial for people of all ages and fitness level as all movements are performed in a slow, controlled manner. | Kobudu
Kobudo training is designed to teach how a weapon can be used as an extension of the body. Most basic Karate moves can be duplicated with a weapon in hand. Only by first learning these basic movements, however, can weapons training begin. | Pilates
Pilates (Pil-ah-tees) is a unique and effective method of strength training developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 1920?€¢âs. ith an emphasis placed on breath, alignment, control and form, Pilates uses a combination of mat work and specialized equipment to perform over 500 exercises. | B.R.A.V.E. (Bully Resistance Anti Violence Education)
Offered to youth groups and taught in schools the B.R.A.V.E.??? program provides students with the necessary skills to help them avoid situations before they escalate to a physical confrontation. | Sword
Katori Shinto Ryu, or ?€©«The Katori God?€¢âs Way?€?, was the first organized style of swordsmanshipcreated sometime in the middle of the 15th century, approximately 1460, and is recognized as a national treasure by the Japanese government. |
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