Progressive Fighting Arts

Progressive Fighting Arts embodies highly efficient and effective concepts, theories and training methods from a wide variety of martial arts disciplines. The class curriculum contains elements from Modern Arnis, Filipino Martial Arts, NSI Concepts/Renegade JKD, Western Boxing, Muay Thai, and Non Classical Gung Fu. Each art offers different pieces of an integrated whole, for example, Modern Arnis and Filipino MA's incorporate weapon use that develops co-ordination and gross motor function while powerful striking tools are built through Muay Thai and Boxing training. Non Classical Gung Fu fosters the development of sensitivity and a deeper understanding of center line principles. Training in this way allows for the emphasis to be placed on recognizing where motions of these systems overlap, thus allowing a continuous flow from art to art.

Rather than memorization of techniques, the main focus is on the development of attributes. Attributes like rhythm, timing, speed, power, sensitivity, reflexes, balance, targeting, spatial relationship, to name a few, are all strengthened. The curriculum expands to cover joint locks and controls, ground defence/counter grappling, multiple opponents, take downs, throws, improvised weapons, foot traps and base disruptions, environmental use and more. It is also important to note, because everyone is different, Progressive Fighting Arts promotes an understanding of individual personality and style. It allows for growth as you mature and will adapt to the changes in both yourself and the environment so you develop YOUR OWN ART.

Calgary:
Heavens Fitness
637 11th Ave. SW

Thursdays
7:30pm-9:00pm

Saturdays
12pm-1:30pm

Cochrane:
Cochrane Martial Arts Center
#6 1st Ave. W

Mondays
8:00pm-9:30pm

Tuesdays
6:00pm-7:15pm

Private/Semi-Private/Group Classes Available
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Chicks With Sticks

The new women's only class "Chicks with Sticks" has been a really hot addition to the roster @ Heavens Fitness. The blend of Martial Arts and functional fitness exercises has won over those in attendance. The ladies love the blend of Muay Thai and Boxing drills combined with the co-ordination double stick drills from Modern Arnis!

What is Chicks With Sticks?

Boxing / Muay Thai / Modern Arnis

CHICKS WITH STICKS - All Levels
with Stephen Tripney
Heavens Fitness
637 11th Ave. SW
$50M $75nM

This course blends the cardio and strength elements of boxing, powerful elbows, knees and kicks from Muay Thai, and the co-ordination stick drills from Modern Arnis. This is sure to be the most unique and exciting way to blast your workout regime to another level! The focus is on maintaining a balance between technical skill development and cardio/power based exercises in order to deliver a challenging workout while learning practical personal protection. This class is exclusive to Heavens Fitness and is specially designed for WOMEN ONLY! So, ladies, get ready for a dynamic workout that will leave you feeling strong, confident and empowered!

For more information on this class visit:
http://www.heavensfitness.com/
or phone 403.263.3113 to register!

PHASE 2: Self-Defence/Practical Personal Protection
with Stephen Tripney
Locations/Times - TBA

This program is designed to build both awareness and physical skills that will assist you in disolving a potential threat. The curriculum utilizes simple, direct and effective motions that can be learned quickly and are easy to apply in a variety of situations. Topics covered will include: Striking, joint locks, escapes, defensive strategies and improvised weapons as well as a developing an understanding of the psychology of self defence.
Your first line of defence is awareness, the best thing you can do is be informed!