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  • 26 May 2023

    Our Youth, Teen, and Adult Martial Arts Classes Go Beyond Self-Defense

    You'll often hear stores about children who have undergone complete transformations after enrolling in classes at the local martial art studio. However, what people fail to mention is that self-defense training doesn't just benefit youngsters. In fact, this type of activity can prove to be an excellent choice for everyone from kindergartners to retirees. That's why the Twinsburg Academy of Self-Defense in Twinsburg, Ohio offers youth, teen, and adult martial art classes. Students of all ages have already discovered how beneficialmartial arts can be as a fitness tool as well as a character-building activity. By taking the opportunity to learn more about the Minna Jiu-Jitsu, Gracie ....

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  • 27 Apr 2023

    Why People Studied Martial Arts Throughout History

    Unless you’ve taken the time to do in-depth research, chances are that you’re unaware of the history behind the study of martial arts. Though you may assume it’s because those who take such classes want to learn self-defense, it goes much deeper than that. Throughout history, martial arts have been used to prepare young men and women for war, to display their physical prowess in competition, and or as a means of self-development. Competition remains a popular reason that many study martial arts today, and the Academy of Self-Defense system of schools offer that experience to its interested students. But the Academy’s main focus is self-development and self-defense. ....

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  • 1 Apr 2023

    A Sensei’s Guide for Parents in Regards to Child Development

    Raising children is fraught with unknowns and questions. As parents, we get ‘one shot’ at raising our kids to be as successful in life as possible. Masters Tim Loomis and Frank Charlillo from The Academy of Self-Defense in Akron, Mayfield, and Twinsburg, Ohio, are a parents and grandparents themselves, with over 150 years of combined experience teaching children martial arts. Understanding the importance of teaching self-discipline at an early age, our Master Senseis decided to share some of their insight and experience with Northeast Ohio parents. By heeding these Sensei’s advice, not only can you discover how to help your children become successful, but how youth ....

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  • 27 Feb 2023

    The Academy of Self-Defense Exposes the Truth behind Martial Arts Training

    Despite its portrayal in movies and on TV, genuine martial arts is not about being aggressive. To the untrained eye, martial arts appears malicious and violent; however, nothing could be further from the truth. Martial arts masters are trained in the way of peace. Those who have dedicated their lives to martial arts training have been taught to take appropriate action at every level of a confrontation. If you've considered enrolling at a martial art school near your Northeast Ohio home, it's important to do it for the right reasons. By embracingthe true meaning of martial arts, you can learn much more than simply how to defend yourself -- you can actually change the way you see the ....

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  • Getting into the “Flow” of Teaching and Learning

    Getting into the “Flow” of Teaching and Learning

    We’ve all probably experienced this, we finish a class and say to yourselves – “That was a great class.” We’ve also probably experienced the opposite – “That class wasn’t as good as usual today.” Well, teachers feel the same way sometimes. I think there is a “flow” of knowledge transfer in great classes. As a teacher who always strives to present a great class, I frequently contemplate this concept of the flow of teaching and learning. Here are some of my thoughts on the subject. One component of flow is teacher and student being on the “same page”. The students are in tune with what the teacher is teaching, ....

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  • Our APP

    Follow the steps below to access our application on your phone's app store! Akron APP: Search your device's app store for "The Academy of Self-Defense". Find our fist logo in the search results, download app, and enter access code 1220 when prompted. Twinsburg APP: Search your device's app store for "The Academy of Self-Defense". Find our fist logo in the search results, download app, and enter access code TWB when prompted. Mayfield APP: Search your device's app store for "The Academy of Self-Defense". Find our fist logo in the search results, download app, and enter access code 5815 when prompted. ....

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  • 9 Aug 2022

    The Academy of Self-Defense’s Impressive List of Master Instructors

    When people decide that they want to begin taking martial art classes in Minna Jiu-Jitsu, Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kung Fu, Aiki Jujutsu, Aikido, Karate, or T’ai Chi Ch’uan, they generally look online to find nearby studios that specialize in martial arts program they’re looking for. Though this seems to be the most logical course of action, they risk enrolling in a school where classes are taught by junior level black belts with just a few years of experience, or franchise schools where the owners may not even be martial art experts themselves.While their enthusiasm may be high, their knowledge and experience is not.Educated consumers should research who the head ....

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  • 18 Jul 2022

    What to Expect at Your First Martial Art Lesson

    For many people, the idea of taking part in martial art training is an appealing one. However, a lot of these individuals are simply too nervous to give it a try! Despite the fact that martial arts classes can have a positive impact on the mind, body, and spirit, a number of prospective students don’t even get as far as a trial class, fearing that they’ll be in over their heads. If you don’t choose your martial arts school wisely, there is a possibility that you may find yourself feeling discouraged. That’s why so many residents throughout the Northeast Ohio opt to visit one of The Academy of Self-Defense 3 schools located in Akron, OH; Twinsburg, OH, and ....

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  • 18 Jul 2022

    Get them off the couch and into the Dojo!

    Prepare Your Child for Success in Every Aspect of Their Life Martial a rts training provides a number of great benefits for adults, but many parents have found that it can have a tremendous effect on child development as well. Minna Jiu-Jitsu, Gracie Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Aiki-Jujutsu, Kung Fu, and Karate for children can not only help them to become more physically active, but participation in such exercises has shown to increase discipline and social skills too. In fact, an article in the December 2002 issue of The International Journal of Contemporary Family Therapy recommended that families take martial art classes because of the many positive effects martial arts ....

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Liz Fierman

We have been a Academy family for close to four years now as both my children attend classes. They love it and so do we. The instructors are phenomenal, especially with kids. We would not think about ever going anywhere else.

Carl Parr

I have been with The Academy For 9 and a half years. The head master of our school really cares for his students he has made the environment of the school essentially like another family I have learned so much form him and the school that I have become more confident with what I do. I highly recommend going to the school to learn and have fun.

Stacy McGarvey

Great confidence booster! Highly recommend!

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