MMA (Mixed Martial Arts)

has become a very popular term in the sport arena. It is where two individuals of similar weight will box and grapple with one another until the other is knocked out or submits to the other. MMA is a sport and has little to do with traditional Martial Arts. Many strikes and targets are not allowed in an MMA bout as they are too dangerous for sport use.

It is true that one can learn the theory and concepts of MMA at Monk Wise Academy. In fact we have trained students who have competed in MMA events. However one will not learn traditional martial arts with all of it’s benefits in regards to usable, real self-defense by training specifically in MMA. How will an individual smaller in frame than their attacker have a chance if they merely try to box and take their attacker to the ground to make them submit or give-up. In this type of scenario that approach to self preservation will just not work.

Understand that our intention is to educate. As different cultural movements come about those who are not educated can make decisions based on what they think versus what is right. For example when kick aerobics and Tae Bo were popular we saw, in the self-defense industry, them being advertised as not just a great work out but that one could learn self-defense too. The only way to learn a thing is to do a thing. I remember many individuals looking for authentic martial arts classes when they realized their martial arts movement based work out program was falling short of empowering them to truly be able to defend themselves. Monk Wise Academy will get you in the best shape of you life while teaching lessons in honest self-defense.

The Chinese Martial Arts have been a “mixed” martial arts program for over 1500 years. Utilizing circular blocks, direct strikes, grabbing, sweeping, throwing, joint locking, pressure point techniques, chi (energy) development and use. As well as utilizing the use of many weapon types. Being a complete system of self defense and not merely a martial style offers many benefits. A smaller, weaker person or even those with disabilities can use an array of time tested techniques effectively to defend themselves and those around them.
At Monk Wise Martial Arts Academy we adhere to traditional values and martial teachings. Focusing on maximizing strengths and minimizing weaknesses, creating the ultimate training tool for any body type or personality. So whether your personal goals include; fitness, stress management, self-defense, or an enjoyable supplement to your way of life, we have the Program for you!

At Monk Wise Academy we respect and applaud all who seek to better themselves through aerobics, Yoga, sports, boot camps, boxing, MMA, etc. And we ask that you recognize and honor those athletes who participate in such sports as MMA. One would be foolish not to respect an individual who is willing to face off in a closed environment with another individual and fight until submission. Be well.

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