self defense
Develop Your Warrior Spirit
Self Defense classes can prepare you for battle, both physically and MENTALLY.
SELF-DEFENSE COURSE
Join us at American Family Martial Arts for a 4-week self-defense course that will teach you upper and lower body strikes, sweeps, falls, and situational awareness. This course is open to both women AND men!
practical
The goal of self defense is not to win a fight. It is to survive and prosper without injury or damage.
Nothing feels better than knowing you can take care of yourself mentally, financially, and physically. However for a lot of people, the physical part is just exercise. Being able to protect yourself in all situations is a confidence booster as much as it is a reassurance. A reassurance that can only be gained through any form of self defense classes. Today, when people think about self defense classes, they tend to think about women and children. However, self defense classes are for everyone: women, men and children. At American Family Martial Arts, we provide self defense information not only during regular classes but hold self defense community classes during the year.
What American Family Marital Arts Teaches
1
Upper Body Strikes
This part focuses on blocking an attackers strike, and STRIKING the attacker in head and upper body.
2
Lower Body Strikes
This part focues on striking the ribs and lower body of an attacker. It is a myth that striking the groin should be the first attack. Studies show that striking a knee or applying an elbow to the ribs is more likely to catch an attacker off guard.
3
Situational Awareness
This part includes paying attention to your surroundings, knowing your exit path and practicing "what if" situations.
Our Instructor
Michael J Tullier
Martial Arts Background
Began training Tang Soo Do in 1989. Tested for black belt in 1993. Became a karate school business owner in 1995. Became a master instructor in 2002. Currently holds the rank of 6th degree black belt.
Personal Background
Native of Baton Rouge. Graduated Lee High after attending Catholic High. 1993 graduated Southeastern Louisiana University. Current owns 2 locations with his wife and 2 children.
Testimonials
V. Ledet
I would highly recommend this class to anyone who wants to learn not just self-defense, but the science and knowledge behind maximizing their body’s potential in high-stress situations. Thank you Tullier family, for empowering women in our community.
Allison LeBlanc
After completing the class, I definitely feel more powerful and strong.
Jamie Brown
I took this class because I wanted to know more about self defense and learn different techniques. And everything I’ve learned, I’ve done successfully so this has been beyond my expectations and I’m more than happy that I’ve come.
PROTECT YOURSELF: SELF DEFENSE
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