Shuai Jiao - Learn to Trip, Throw, Takedown.

Coming Thursdays in March

The Art of Throwing

You asked. You shall receive. Many of you have requested knowledge on how to do takedowns. While we cover these in the San Shou classes periodically, we certainly do not get to spend enough time and energy on this important element of our arts. One that requires constant focus and attention just as our ground skills and striking. So with no further ado, our new Shuai Jiao class will be starting in March.

Learn to fall, roll, and avoid being thrown. Learn to trip, throw, takedown. Shuai means 'to throw' and is an integral part of San Shou, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. In this class we will work on entries, setups, timing, breakfalls, sprawls, and of course,
the actual methods of throwing.

Thursday - 8:00 to 9:00 pm right after No-Gi class. 

Uniform - we will be working techniques with, and without jackets (gi top) depending on the week. You do not need a gi in order to start the class.

If you are not currently, contact me to asap to upgrade to a Grand Dragon so you can attend this class and gain these valuable skills.

I look forward to working on these skills with all of you and I appreciate your interest and support.

Randy Brown
Head Instructor/Owner
Nor'easter Martial Arts

Upcoming Self-Defense/Gun Disarm Courses - Simple. Effective. Street Ready.

Simple, Effective, Street Ready. Self-Defense Courses Defend yourself against attacks no matter your size. I'm here to help you learn to protect yourself and your family in these streamlined, simple, effective, and street ready self-defense courses. Forced against a wall? Pinned on the ground? Gun in your face? Surrounded? We all hope these things never happen, but I want to see you ready if it ever does. Turn the impossible into the possible. Choose a course below, or save $$ by signing-up for one of our package deals before February 28th.  Core Defense Tactics Ground Defense Course Confidence Course Scenario Training Multi-Attackers Gun Defense/Disarms Personal Protection Package - save $50 (includes - Core Defense, Ground Defense, Confidence, Scenario Training) Guardian Protection Package  - save $75 (includes Personal Protection Package, Multi-Attackers, and Gun Disarms Course) Self-Defense Course Saturday, March 14th 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Core Defense Tactics ($50) Feel empowered and capable of defending yourself. The C.D.T Course is the introduction to self-defense through easy to remember techniques and movements. Learn how to defend yourself from the most common types of attacks found on the street - holds, grabs, chokes, strikes. Sign up for this course and get the skills to survive! This course is a pre-requisite for the Ground Defense Tactics, and Scenario Integration Course. Sign-Up Here Ground Defense Tactics ($50) Succeed when a stronger, heavier attacker has you pinned on the ground. Learn techniques to dismount them and win the day. These methods have been tried and tested in real combat and are sure to open your eyes to what most people find believe is an 'impossible' situation to escape from.  This course is a pre-requisite for the Scenario Integration Course. Sign-Up Here Confidence Course ($50) Setting boundaries is sometimes one of the hardest things for us to do. We'll give you the courage to stand your ground and make no mean NO! This course teaches you how to asses different situations (public harassment, unruly dates, etc.) and avoid problems before they start. This is a powerful workshop and often the most life changing of them all. Sign-Up Here Scenario Training ($50) This is where you cement all the pieces together - the most crucial part of the course. You'll have the opportunity to use all of the techniques and material from the other workshops on our fully padded instructors in a variety of scenarios: Kidnapping/Abduction evasion, Confined Quarter Egress, and Carjacking/Vehicle Assault. You will leave the course with a new found confidence after doing this! '  Sign-Up Here Save $50 by signing up before 2/28/15 Personal Protection Package Multi- Attackers and Gun Disarms Saturday, March 21st  2:00 to 5:30 pm Multi-Attackers Training ($50) You learned to defend yourself, now learn the strategies and tactics to increase your odds against multiple attackers. 'Core Defense Tactics' is a prerequisite to this course. Sign-Up Here Gun Defense / Disarms ($50) Effectively and confidently confiscate a gun from an assailant. The techniques in this workshop are simple, and easy to apply; meaning you will remember them if you ever need them. This is an invaluable skill to have in your arsenal. Sign-Up Here Save $75 by signing up before 2/28/15 Guardian Protection Package Taken any these course before? No problem, this is a great chance to practice your skills to make sure they stay sharp. +1 Share Tweet Forward to Friend Share Copyright *|CURRENT_YEAR|* *|LIST:COMPANY|*, All rights reserved.

Meal Plan Nutrition Seminar

Free for Members

February 28, 1 pm (immediately following BJJ class) 

• Feel awake instead of tired all the time. Do you find yourself reaching for caffeine in order to pick you up?
• Reduce stress
• Increase Energy Levels
• Improve Stamina when rolling or sparring
• Maintain or lose weight
• Gain knowledge about food health

Learn to properly prepare meals with wholesome foods that give you the energy you need to train. We all think we eat right, or at least ok, but we suffer in ways we may not even realize are a direct consequence of our dietary choices. There are some general guidelines I'll share that can help you understand how to feel better, have more energy, and stay healthier.

Price:  $20 for non-members. Free to members.

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Swamp Talks - Episodes 1-3

Episode 1 - Plateaus

Here we go. Episode 1 of Swamp Talks. The first episode addresses one student's submission regarding a very common problem in martial arts - The PLATEAU.

Episode 2 - How to Start Martial Arts

We're back. In episode 2 we are addressing a question - "How do I get started in martial arts?" This can be a confusing and sometimes intimidating experience. Check out this episode for ways to make this process/transition easier.

Episode 2

Episode 3 - Form vs Function

In episode 3 of Swamp Talks with Sifu, we answer a question submitted by one user on Forms in martial arts training (forms are choreographed sequences of techniques done in the air).

Are they important? Where do they belong in a training regiment? How much focus should they have in our training?

We address these issues, the use of forms as a primary method of training martial arts styles, and understanding martial arts as a living dynamic thing, rather than a static, empty art. #martialarts#swamptalks #forms

Swamp Talks Introduction

We're releasing an upcoming web series called 'Swamp Talks'. Why a swamp you ask? Well, there's a big one, right outside our door.

Often times there are questions we have during martial arts training, whether we're experienced, or just starting out. We will attempt to help answer questions about training practices/issues, roadblocks, styles, history, etc. based on the questions people submitted.

If nothing else, you may see one of us get bit by a snapping turtle. I hope not.

--The New York Thymes writes - "riveting, quirky, and highly edumucational. If you ignore the gunfire in the background."

The No Streets Journal calls it -  'ribbeting'.

The Travelling Mosquito says - "it doesn't get 'bogged' down by it's own gases."

Bag Beatdowns for Brains Charity Challenge 2014

We had a great time today for an important cause. Thanks to Max for this awesome video. All proceeds are going directly to the Alzheimers Association. Please feel free to donate over the next few days. We will leave the page active till Thanksgiving.

Thanks go out to some of our sponsors for the event:

Chef Jerome Picca

Starbucks Westford, MA

Springdell Farms Littleton, MA

Reed's Deli Westford, MA

Special thanks to all those who donated to the cause, sponsored someone, and/or participated in the event! We appreciate your support.

Project: Benjamin

Congratulations to Benjamin for his continued success and progression. Benjamin is a creative kid with a kind heart. He has had to overcome many challenges, and a disciplined environment like Martial Arts, has not always been easy for him to function in. Through thick and thin he has stuck with it over the years, and today he was awarded his Red/White Belt in Tang Lang Quan, and his Orange Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Awesome job!

Congrats!

Practicing Omaplata

Working pads and impersonating a werewolf.