The best way — in fact the only way — to prepare yourself to fight off an attacker is to take a self-defense class. We'd love to give you all the right moves in an article, but some things you just have to learn in person.

Many people think of self-defense as a karate kick to the groin or jab in the eyes of an attacker. But self-defense actually means doing everything possible to avoid fighting someone who threatens or attacks you. Self-defense is all about using your smarts — not your fists.

Attackers aren't always strangers who jump out of dark alleys. Sadly, anyone can be attacked by people they know. That's where another important self-defense skill comes into play. This skill is something self-defense experts and negotiators call de-escalation.

We focus on teaching these skills in conjunction with the physical moves to help protect you in any situation. Find a location nearest you to begin today.

Martial Arts training is a physical activity that requires a professional instructor to ensure that the individual learns the proper form, techniques, movements, and balance.

We offer a number of physical and mental health benefits:

• Conditioning. Our system is a great way to tone and strengthen your muscles.
• Flexibility and agility. Practicing the Shao-Lin system increases flexibility and agility, and will improve your coordination skills.
• Posture. Good posture is beneficial for your health and is part of our training.
• Weight. All Doctors agree that burning calories and toning muscles will help you lose weight and maintain a healthy body weight; this we excel at.
• Stamina. Since our lessons provide a full-body workout, they increase overall stamina and endurance.
• Mental health. As you learn some self-defense moves, martial arts will give you greater self-confidence, reduce stress, and increase concentration and focus.