JEET KUNE DO / KALI – WEAPONS: STICK AND KNIFE – ADULT (AGES 15+)

Prospective students are looking for the confidence that martial arts provides. Part of that confidence derives from the ability to defend yourself and loved ones.  The technical aspect of the classes includes elements from Muay Thai, boxing, Jiu Jjitsu, and kickboxing. Elbows and knees are prevalent in Muay Thai but are also a part of Jeet Kune Do. Bruce Lee studied boxing and fencing when developing his art. We borrow certain elements from Jiu Jitsu when addressing self defense situations on the ground.

The student can defend themselves in any range – kicking, punching, trapping and grappling.  It is an art whereby you “intercept” your opponent. Bruce’s philosophy is that you only use the tools necessary to neutralize the situation. Other “tools” include the elbows, forearms, kicks, punches, joint locks, sweeps, take downs, trapping hands, and foot traps

JKD training is a highly specialized program unlike any other in the world.  Use of force and total comprehension of all of the skills of JKD are taught for quick changes, great variety and speed.  Our conditioning techniques include the boxing techniques, wing chung trapping, wing chung sensitivity drills, wooden dummy training, Kali weapons/empty hands training, Silat, Muay Thai, Shoot Wrestling and Jiu Jitsu. This specialized knowledge and program provides the opportunity for you to get in shape at an accelerated rate.

The only Lake County, Illinois school certified by the Legendary Dan Inosanto in Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do and Filipino Martial Arts.  Guro Dan Inosanto is our Jeet Kune Do and Kali In the FMA or Filipino Martial Arts he is an expert in 32 different systems. Guro Dan Inosanto is my Kali, Silat and JKD teacher. In the FMA or Filipino Martial Arts he is an expert in 32 different systems.

Filipino martial artists are noted for their ability to fight with weapons or empty hands interchangeably and their ability turn ordinary household items into lethal weapons. Weapons-training with Rattan Sticks takes precedence because they give an edge in real fights, gears students to psychologically face armed opponents, and any object that can be picked up can be used as a weapon using FMA techniques.  Our weaponry training covers a wide variety featuring stick, blade and knife as well as flexible weapons and weapons of opportunity such as car keys, flashlight, clothing or anything at your disposal.

Although some instructors focus on sport, the Filipino martial arts are a form of reality-based self-defense and a great example of a complete MMA system. Don’t get fooled by the stick-fighting tournaments you hear about. The Filipino arts are multidimensional. As Bruce Lee said in Enter the Dragon, “Do not focus on the moon or you will miss all the heavenly glory!” Stick fighting is not just about using your weapon. It’s also about using our opponent’s weapon against him.

The instructors at The Northshore Academy of Martial Arts have trained for many years to make sure everything we teach is reality based. We’ve trained under some of the best martial artists in the world and are dedicated to staying on the cutting-edge of REALISTIC martial arts training – for ourselves and for you!

Many times when we think about the benefits of martial arts – self-esteem, respect, self-discipline and focus – we generally associate them with children and not adults. The reality is that our martial arts programs have the same benefits for kids and adults alike. At The Northshore Academy of Martial Arts, we believe all levels of martial arts are built upon the same philosophy …and… Nothing can take the place of the security in knowing that you can defend yourself should the need ever arise.

Martial arts at The Northshore Academy of Martial Arts means much more than just self-defense. It also builds mental focus. Our Jeet Kune Do Classes will help you maintain control over yourself and your environment. It teaches you to handle emotions, stay calm, be persistent and provides you with the tools and willpower you need to stay focused. The physical activity derived from our curriculum will help you find reserves of energy you didn’t realize you had. Through the discipline of our Jeet Kune Do Program, you will learn to channel that energy into productivity at home… and in the workplace.

These are some of the most overlooked benefits of our Jeet Kune Do Program. At The Northshore Academy of Martial Arts, you will achieve greater flexibility of your muscles, joints and ligaments. Flexibility is a positive “Double Edged Sword” with improvement to your posture and an enhancement to your ability to move through a full body range of motion. These Martial Arts benefits will also help you age in a healthier way while improving the overall quality of your life.

Because of the greater intensity in the strikes and kicks of our Martial Arts Programs, you will be subjecting your body to more aggressive movements. This results in intense calorie burning… which then results in natural weight loss and an improvement in overall physical and mental health. Our Martial arts classes will teach you to practice your set of movements until you have the correct form down pat. This kind of mental focus and discipline can easily be carried over into forming the mental toughness you need to push yourself… while achieving your weight loss goals at the same time.

Feeling stressed out? No need to look beyond our Jeet Kune Do Program! Psychologists have found positive correlations between training in Martial Arts and lower levels of hostility, aggression …and better yet… higher levels of self-esteem and positive mental attitudes compared to any other sport. At The Northshore Academy of Martial Arts, we understand that cutting stress and learning to handle yourself both physically and mentally are important benefits that you can take advantage of in your everyday life.