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JuJitsu - Escrima - Karate

Moontide Martial Arts

JuJitsu - Judo

Judo

JuJitsu, the gentle or flexible art, originated in feudal Japan. It is the parent of many modern martial arts including Judo and Brazilian JiuJitsu.

Escrima

Arnis

Arnis, also called Escrima or Kali, is a martial art and national sport of the philipines. The style encompasses all aspects of combat, but is particularly well known for its stick, sword, and knife training methods.

Karate

karate

Karate, translated as "Chinese Hand" or "Empty Hand," is the term used to refer to a collection of martial arts originating from the Ryukyu Islands of Japan.

Curriculum

Moontide Martial Arts Academy incorperates concepts, techniques, and principles from some of the world's best fighting arts. The "Core" of Moontide's system consists primarily of a blending of Filipino Martial Arts and Jujitsu, with influences from Jeet Kune Do and contemporary western training methods.

Kid's Classes emphasize Character Development and the building blocks for a healthy lifestyle. Sessions focus on the striking/grappling arts and training with the escrima stick. Some students may choose to compete, but competition is not expected or required.

Adult Classes emphasize a "function first" philosophy.

Personal Protection Concepts

  • Verbal De-Escalation
  • Situational-Environmental Awareness
  • Posture and Physical Positioning
  • Concealed Carry Options

Empty Hand - Striking

  • Defensive/Offensive Footwork
  • Closed and Open Hand Striking (including elbows, forearms, and shoulders)
  • Kicking (Emphasis on low-line attacks)
  • Counter Offensive Strategy (Defense)
  • Trapping and "Sticky Hands" (Hubad Lubad from Filipino Martial Arts)

Grappling Arts

  • Sweeps and Throws
  • Pins and Hold-downs
  • Joint Locking and Breaking
  • Chokes and Strangulations
  • Pressure Points
  • Escapes from Common Grabs and Restraints

Weapons Training

  • Escrima Stick
  • Pocket / Palm / Short Stick
  • 3ft, 4ft, 6ft Staff
  • Knife (adults only - emphasis on folding knives)
  • Flexible Weapons (including rope, chain, and bandana)
  • Firearms
  • Improvised / Environmental Weapons
  • Stick and Knife Grappling
  • Gun (live fire and concealed carry training suggested)

Weapon Disarm Theory

  • Club
  • Knife
  • Gun
  • Flexible Weapons

Schedule

Auburn, Maine

Auburn Rec Center - Currently accepting students for private or small group instruction. Additional locations available by appontment. Please contact us for details.

Greater Brunswick Area, Maine

April thru October: Outdoor private and small group training off of the Brunswick walking trail. Contact us for details.

Contact

moontidemartialarts@gmail.com