This unique fusion of Filipino, Japanese and Western martial arts emphasizes practical self-defense. You'll learn skills normally acquired only by those with backgrounds in special forces or executive protection. But it's also holistic, developing attributes useful in everyday life.

Built upon attribute-building drills that progress from structured to unchoreographed, you'll develop fighting reflexes quickly, but without the injuries that can occur in programs that emphasize competition.

Most of us will never need the physical skills we practice, but that's missing the point. Martial arts trains you stay level-headed under pressure, a useful skill in any setting. It also cultivates physical and mental agility, which is critical to aging gracefully.

Not really, no. Traditional martial arts was highly technical, requiring knowledge of anatomy, physics, psychology and more. Training will feed your brain as as well as your body.

Did I mention it's also an addictive amount of fun and the best stress reliever I know of?