Self Defense and Martial Arts Classes?

**Giddzilla** · 02-25-2010, 12:24 PM

Are there any local women's situational awareness/self defense classes or ju jitsu classes for adult beginners?

**kurt** · 02-25-2010, 01:01 PM

See Chris - Home Page

http://www.sowal.com/bb/members/centerlinewc.html

**scooterbug44** · 02-25-2010, 01:09 PM

Originally Posted by Giddzilla

Are there any local women's situational awareness/self defense classes?

Let us know if you find one - they are a great resource and I could always use a refresher! Been a couple years since the police/military taught me how to maim attackers.

**centerlinewc** · 02-25-2010, 04:36 PM

Originally Posted by Giddzilla

Are there any local women's situational awareness/self defense classes or ju jitsu classes for adult beginners?

We offer self defense courses to women from time to time usally when some one calls and expresses an interest in it. I've taught a few here over the years and work with members Walton P.D. I'm due to teach one in Florala soon. We can do a one day event or contiue over a few weeks. I'm easy to work with and I don't require a big group to hold the class. There's some info about the women's self defens and awareness class on my site. www.centerlinewingchun.com

Thanks

**happyi** · 02-25-2010, 04:45 PM

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Local Martial Arts for Adults and Youth Centerline Martial Arts is a local NON-CONTRACT school in Miramar Beach. We offer classes 5 days a weeks for adults and youth. We do are best on offering some of the best instruction around and preserving tradtional martial arts.

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Judo -"The Gentle Way" Taught by 20yr martial art veteran Sensi Moreland. Taught will be break falls, throw, sweeps, joint locks, and groud fighting. This class is physically demanding and is great way to get into shape. Youth and Adult classes on Tuesdays nights. Saturday class starting soon

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**Giddzilla** · 02-26-2010, 10:18 AM

How is judo compared to ju jitsu? I am pretty physically delicate and have some medical problems. I am quite sure I could handle ju jitsu but I don't know about other disciplines.

Also where is this gym located? I don't like to drive very far after dark and I live at the far west end of 30A. A Saturday class might be best for me with my long work commute.

Is there actually a judo class in session at the moment or is a new one about to start?

**centerlinewc** · 02-27-2010, 10:26 AM

Originally Posted by Giddzilla

How is judo compared to ju jitsu? I am pretty physically delicate and have some medical problems. I am quite sure I could handle ju jitsu but I don't know about other disciplines.

Also where is this gym located? I don't like to drive very far after dark and I live at the far west end of 30A. A Saturday class might be best for me with my long work commute.

Is there actually a judo class in session at the moment or is a new one about to start?

Jo Jitsu came from Judo. Depending on the Ju Jitsu system you take they are very similar. Judo tends to focus more on throwing and using the ground work as a secondary. The more popular Ju Jitsu today focuses more on ground fighting. Both are wonderful arts, but very physically demanding and tend to be a bit rough on the body.

The Judo class got started little over a month ago. The instructor is Dennis Moreland. He is teaching the class on Tuesdays nights and Saturday afternoons. We are located at 136 S. Holiday Rd Unit B 2nd Fl. In Miramar Beach past the CVS.

May I suggest that you come see both our classes and see what best suits you.
FYI I'll be starting up another women's self deffense seminar this spring.
Feel free to call me if you have any other questions

**Giddzilla** · 03-01-2010, 10:21 AM

What time Tuesday night? I work in Defuniak and don't usually get home until 6:30 at the earliest. What time is the Saturday class?

**centerlinewc** · 03-03-2010, 04:14 PM

Originally Posted by Giddzilla

What time Tuesday night? I work in Defuniak and don't usually get home until 6:30 at the earliest. What time is the Saturday class?

The Judo class is Tuesdays from 7pm-8pm and Saturdays 2pm-3pm. Dennis the Judo instructor is out of town at the moment. I'll PM his number to you

**Giddzilla** · 03-04-2010, 12:25 PM

So is the Saturday class running this week? If so can I come and observe?

**centerlinewc** · 03-05-2010, 10:28 AM

I'm not sure if he'll be back in town this weekend or not. I have some private lessons I'm teaching Saturday, but the wing chun is much differnt then the judo

**Giddzilla** · 03-05-2010, 10:40 AM

Originally Posted by centerlinewc

I'm not sure if he'll be back in town this weekend or not. I have some private lessons I'm teaching Saturday, but the wing chun is much differnt then the judo

I'm working next weekend but perhaps the weekend after?

**centerlinewc** · 03-06-2010, 08:03 PM

I don't see any reason why not. I'll make sure he'll be in just to make sure. You're also more then welcome to come see other class at any time

**Jenkaloaf** · 03-22-2010, 09:20 PM

Originally Posted by Giddzilla

Are there any local women's situational awareness/self defense classes or ju jitsu classes for adult beginners?

Here's a link to our school.

http://www.destinmma.com

We have a Gracie Combatives Course that focuses on Self Defense and is a mixed class, men and women. You should come in and try a class the people are very friendly.

**centerlinewc** · 03-28-2010, 04:32 PM

Glad you're in the class. Dennis is a great instructor

**Giddzilla** · 04-14-2010, 01:21 PM

So ladies: it's a very fun, non-threatening class. I'm fairly wimpy and I can do it. Any takers?

**Jenkaloaf** · 04-28-2010, 01:55 PM

Originally Posted by Giddzilla

So ladies: it's a very fun, non-threatening class. I'm fairly wimpy and I can do it. Any takers?

We are having a free women's self defense seminar Fri the 14th taught by Ryron Gracie (Grandson of Helio Gracie) here are the details. This is an incredible opportunity and one you will not forget.

Seminar 1: Women Empowered
Location: Destin, Florida (Holiday Plaza, Suite 103, 12273 US Highway 98 W, Destin, FL 32550)
Date: Friday, May 14
Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm
Price: FREE (Okaloosa & Walton Florida Residents, Women Only - Ages 18 and up)
Reserve a Spot: Contact Carlos Diaz at (850) 837-3020