Fishhawk martial arts academy — Local services in Brandon

This dojo is fantastic! It teaches aiki-juijutsu. Like many martial arts, it focuses on pillars of characteristics, such as honesty, honor, loyalty, and etcetera. The focus is on a defensive demeanor rather than offensive one, but emplors moves that can lead to debilitating an aggressor.

I attended a graduation assessment. A student was attempting to move up from yellow belt to green belt. The progression of belts is white, yellow, green... black. She had to demonstrate the typical moves to demonstrate knowledge of the art; punches, throws, kicks, rolls, etc.

The final stage of the test was the student standing in the center of the dojo surrounded by a person at each corner (4) with a higher ranking belt. Each person would take turns approaching the student with an attack. The student had to defend herself. Only one person could attack at a time but another person could approach to immediately launch another offense as soon as the student neutralized the other aggressor.

The young lady defender herself repeatedly with a variety of defensive and offensive moves. It was like watching MMA and WWE Royal Rumble at the same time (LOL). All joking aside, it was exhilirating to watch! In the end, she did a brilliant job of defending herself and was promoted to green belt. Bravo!

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My family has been at FHMAA for 2 years now and it has become an integral part of our lives. For those parents concerned about bullying the school does a phenomenal job guiding your children to higher levels of self-esteem and confidence making it less likely for them to be bullied. Secondly, they have a tenacious focus on the pragmatics of self-defense. When all alternatives are exhausted your child will have gained the tools and knowledge to defend themselves. Also, FHMAA puts your children on a path towards learning & respecting an art that will benefit them throughout their lives. For children with special needs, FHMAA provides an engaging and supportive environment. Finally, for those parents looking for a little extra workout themselves, ask about the Combat...

Fishhawk Martial Arts Academy is more than just a dojo. It is a second home for most students (parents, grandparents and aunts alike!). The instructors don't just teach the ways of Aiki-Jujutsu, they instill a sense of belonging and brotherhood, while at the same time making everything they do interesting, pleasant and challenging for the students. Anyone who is looking for a positive and fulfilling experience, this is the place to be and the family to be a part of.

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