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2 for 1 Labor day Special!
If you've been thinking about training, try out this special: Sign up for any program and your partner trains for Free! Learn more about...

Lawrence Castanon
Sep 3, 20231 min read
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Shovel Kick to the Groin (instructional video included)
The most effective way to kick the groin is with the shovel kick. It is one of the best self-defense kicks in your arsenal. You can...

Lawrence Castanon
Aug 30, 20232 min read
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Palm Heel Strikes from your Back (guard position)
This weeks self defense technique of the week is a crucial defense to learn in case you find yourself on your back with an assailant on...

Lawrence Castanon
Aug 21, 20232 min read
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How to Perform Basic Boxing Punches for the Heavy Bag
Today's video Iām covering how to perform basic boxing punches on the heavy bag for correct technique. Performing them this way will...

Lawrence Castanon
Aug 17, 20231 min read
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Self Defense Tip: Were You Really Taught How To Defend Yourself?
The terms "Martial Arts" and "Self-Defense" has almost as many meanings to them as there are people teaching them. The problem is that...

Lawrence Castanon
Aug 14, 20234 min read
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Assailant Controlling you? Use This Technique To Get Them To Release You.
A scary position to be in is with a strong assailant controlling you, either by holding your arms, or holding you in a bear hug. However,...

Lawrence Castanon
Aug 9, 20232 min read
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Overweight Children Are More Likely To Become Sick, Obese Adults
We love our kids. We all have hopes that our children grow up to be healthy adults, who are successful in their careers, meet the person...

Lawrence Castanon
Aug 6, 20233 min read
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The Rear Standing Choke (instructional video included)
All too often, street fights end up on the ground with both combatants rolling around, leaving either one of them vulnerable to a third...

Lawrence Castanon
Jul 9, 20232 min read
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Self Defense Tip Of The Week: What To Expect In A Real Fight
It happened! You tried talking your way out of the fight, but it didn't work and now he/she is attacking you. This is everyone's worse...

Lawrence Castanon
Jul 7, 20232 min read
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Independence Day Complimentary Training Special
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Lawrence Castanon
Jul 4, 20231 min read
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Up-kicking An Assailant from The Ground (instructional video)
Probably the scariest position you can be in is on your back with an assailant hovering over you. They can deliver powerful kicks,...

Lawrence Castanon
Jun 30, 20232 min read
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My Secret for Continuous High Level Training While Aging
Years ago I noticed that my performance was worsening, and my body was not recovering from injuries as easily as in my younger days. ...

Lawrence Castanon
Jun 26, 20234 min read
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Check Kick Defense (video included)
This week we are covering checking the kick as a defense. As I mentioned before, kicks are powerful weapons that can do a lot of damage....

Lawrence Castanon
Jun 18, 20232 min read
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Self Defense Tip: Talking Your Way Out of a Fight
Summer is here! Time to get away for a vacation, or attend pool parties. With the increase in road rage situations, or those getting...

Lawrence Castanon
Jun 16, 20232 min read
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Shoulder Defense Against Kicks
As I mentioned before, kicks are powerful weapons that can do a lot of damage. This is because the legs are larger, stronger, muscularly...

Lawrence Castanon
Jun 9, 20232 min read
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Self Defense Tip: Walking Alone?
Nowadays, walking alone has become a dangerous activity, especially at night. Approximately 46% of Americans are fearful of walking...

Lawrence Castanon
Jun 7, 20232 min read
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Forearms Defenses Against Kicks (video included)
Kicks are powerful weapons that can do a lot of damage. This is because the legs are larger, stronger, muscularly thicker, and more bone...

Lawrence Castanon
Jun 3, 20232 min read
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Self Defense Tips: Kids Stranger Danger
It's summer time again. Lots of kids outside playing, which means child predators are out in full force. We've already had two attempted...

Lawrence Castanon
May 30, 20233 min read
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Simple Basic Self Defense Takedown
There are times in a fight where you need to take an assailant down to the ground. Maybe they are aggressively striking you, or you need...

Lawrence Castanon
May 25, 20232 min read
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Self Defense Tip: Ladies, Don't Feel Bad!
I always teach that you should avoid an attack whenever possible, whether that means avoiding dangerous places, or running away to...

Lawrence Castanon
May 22, 20232 min read
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