Danger is always lurking. It could be looming just around the corner and may strike when you least expect it. What is your response when confronted with danger- say a mugger who wants to steal your phone? Is it fight or flight? If it’s the latter, then you may need to enroll for self-defense classes. Here are a couple of schools that offer training in various martial arts disciplines:
1. African Mixed Martial Arts
This martial arts training centre is located in Westlands along Muthithi Road. It offers training in the disciplines of Karate and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and its teachers have been trained by the renowned UFC champion and Hall of Famer Royce Gracie. The various charges and session durations can be found on the website brochure. African Mixed Martial Arts also offers a class specifically for women that is absolutely free!
2. One Tribe BJJ
One Tribe is also located in Westlands on the 3rd floor of Viking House. The centre specializes in teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and its aim is to nurture the growth of the discipline in a fun and friendly, yet potent atmosphere. The classes take place on:
Tue:
8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Thu:
8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Fri:
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Sat:
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The first class is totally free! Interested? Call 0706-805471 for additional information.
3. Titan Fitness and Self Defence
Titan Fitness and Self Defence is run by Raaj- a specialist in Muay Thai (Thai Kickboxing). Apart from Muay Thai, Titan also offers training in Krav Maga (a self defence system developed for the Israeli military) and Judo. The classes are 90 min per session and the first session is free! For more information call: 0712-715294
4. Shani Active
Shani Active is all about living active and making positive changes to your lifestyle. The gym and training centre is situated on the 3rd floor of ABC Place along Waiyaki Way. The fitness centre provides training in kickboxing, taekwondo and judo. If you’d like to incorporate additional activities to your routine then you should definitely enroll here. To complement martial arts classes, Shani Active also includes dance and various other activities during the routine. Shani active has a kids martial arts class on Sunday, too. Check out their Facebook page for additional information.
Do you panic when confronted by a threat, or want to learn how to stand up for yourself ? Then sign up for a self defence class today! Not only will it give you the courage to stand up to people who threaten you, but it will also improve your fitness, focus and foster personal discipline.
