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Receive the Gift of Strength and Confidence this Holiday Season!
Still searching for that perfect gift? How about the gift of fitness and self-defense for yourself or someone you care about? Introducing...

Lawrence Castanon
Dec 23, 20231 min read


Self Defense Tip: Building mental Toughness
What is mental toughness? Ever wondered what mental toughness is all about? It's about strengthening your mind. Mental toughness means...

Lawrence Castanon
Dec 16, 20233 min read


Clinch Lesson 2 - Single Under-hook to Elbow Strike
This is the 2nd lesson in our Clinch 101 series. The under-hook is a great offensive technique that you can use when in the clinch. The...

Lawrence Castanon
Dec 12, 20232 min read


Clinch Fighting 101 Series Begins Next Week!
What is clinch fighting? Clinch fighting is a standing grappling style often seen in street fights. It happens when one opponent wants to...

Lawrence Castanon
Nov 28, 20232 min read


Stay Merry and Safe: Essential Holiday Safety Tips for When You're Out Shopping
Aah, it's the most wonderful time of the year, but while you're busy shopping for gifts and attending holiday parties, it's crucial to...

Lawrence Castanon
Nov 7, 20232 min read


Crucial Strategies to Protect Your Children from Online Predators
Last week our local law enforcement charged and arrested 16 individuals for preying on juveniles online and soliciting them for sex....

Lawrence Castanon
Nov 3, 20233 min read


The Low Side Kick to the Knee (instructional video)
This powerful self-defense move can quickly incapacitate any attacker, regardless of your fitness level or coordination skills. The low...

Lawrence Castanon
Oct 24, 20232 min read


Self Defense Tip: Beware of Flaunting Your Wealth
In today's digital age, the rise of social media has given way to a concerning trend: the flaunting of wealth and success. It might seem...

Lawrence Castanon
Oct 17, 20232 min read


Inspiring Lives Through Martial Arts & Fitness Scholarships
When I was a child, my first martial arts teacher recognized my need for training (I was getting bullied a lot), yet I couldn't afford...

Lawrence Castanon
Oct 15, 20231 min read


Basic Knife Defenses (instructional video)
This weeks "Self Defense Technique of the Week" we are covering Basic Knife Defenses (360 degree blocks) This technique video is part of...

Lawrence Castanon
Oct 13, 20232 min read


Fight Aging: Your Journey to Age-Defying Wellness Begins Here
Defend Yourself Against Aging: Unlock the Secret to Youthful Vitality! Have you noticed the subtle yet relentless changes in your body...

Lawrence Castanon
Oct 11, 20232 min read


Self Defense Tip: When Must You Grapple in a Fight? And What's Best?
If you ever wrestled around with your buddies, you know that helpless feeling when the bigger/stronger one gets on top of you and doesn't...

Lawrence Castanon
Oct 6, 20233 min read


The Low Back Kick (instructional video)
The low back kick is a very effective technique for stopping an assailant who grabs you from behind. For maximum effectiveness, use the...

Lawrence Castanon
Oct 4, 20232 min read


Self Defense Tip: Get Weapons Training Before Carrying Any.
Many folks carry a gun, knife, taser, or pepper spray with no experience on how to use them. The problem is that just carrying a weapon...

Lawrence Castanon
Sep 28, 20233 min read


The Back (rear) Clinch (video)
When competing, I learned very quickly that standing in front of a bigger, stronger guy was a bad idea. However, getting around to an...

Lawrence Castanon
Sep 26, 20232 min read


The Key to Reaching Your Health & Fitness Goals
Do you ever look in the mirror and wish for a healthier, fitter you? Have you felt the frustration of unmet fitness goals, wondering why...

Lawrence Castanon
Sep 22, 20232 min read


Self-defense Tip: Strategies for Female College Students
College life is full of opportunities, but it's crucial to prioritize safety, especially for female students. Pictured above is a nursing...

Lawrence Castanon
Sep 19, 20233 min read


The Reverse horizontal Elbow Strike (instructional video included)
The reverse (or backwards) horizontal elbow strike is an excellent technique that can be performed when the assailant is behind you, and...

Lawrence Castanon
Sep 17, 20232 min read


Exercise of the Week: Barbell Back Squat
If you are concerned with fighting off a bigger, or stronger assailant successfully, you are going to need to get stronger physically....

Lawrence Castanon
Sep 14, 20233 min read


Self Defense Tip: Can Eating Right Help You Fight?
There is a direct correlation between physical performance and the type of food you put into your body. Just like a car, if you give it...

Lawrence Castanon
Sep 10, 20233 min read
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