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Black Friday

BREAKING NEWS: Black Friday Fitness Frenzy Takes Over Santa Clara! Santa Clara, CA – Forget the lines at the mall—today’s hottest Black Friday deal is happening at the Academy of Self Defense! Fitness enthusiasts are trading shopping carts for kettlebells in a high-intensity workout that’s making waves across the GRIT program community. Reports from the […]

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Turkey Leg & Dressing

Once upon a time, in a land not so far away (Santa Clara, to be precise), there was a kingdom of fitness enthusiasts who sought a workout worthy of their strength and spirit. The wise trainers of the Academy of Self Defense crafted a magical WOD called Turkey Leg & Dressing. It was a workout […]

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KISS

Keep It Simple with Today’s WOD Ready to crush your workout? Today’s GRIT program brings you a simple yet powerful WOD designed to test your limits. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this WOD keeps things straightforward while delivering a full-body blast. We’re all about functional fitness that builds strength, endurance, and confidence. […]

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Loaded Warrior

Ready to test your strength and endurance today? Our latest WOD, Loaded Warrior, is here to help you push past your limits and unleash your inner grit! Whether you’re aiming to build power, improve overall fitness, or get stronger, this WOD is for you. It’s designed to cater to everyone—from beginners easing into functional training […]

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6 Minutes Too Long

Are you ready for an epic challenge? Today’s WOD, 6 Minutes Too Long, packs a powerful punch, combining strength, endurance, and explosive power in one fast-paced workout. This AMRAP (as many rounds as possible) is the perfect test of grit, featuring 12 exercises designed to push your limits. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or new […]

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Deadpool

Looking for a killer workout that will push you to your limits and leave you feeling unstoppable? Today’s WOD, Deadpool, is here to test your strength, endurance, and functional fitness in just the right way. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned athlete, this workout is designed to keep your heart pumping and […]

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Rise Up

Time to elevate your fitness game! Today’s WOD, Rise Up, is packed with exercises that will challenge your strength, endurance, and agility. Perfect for all fitness levels, this workout will help you build a stronger, more resilient body. Ready to rise to the occasion? Let’s get started! The Rise Up WOD is designed to push […]

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Welcome to the Jungle

Feeling ready to tackle a wild, heart-pumping workout? Welcome to the Jungle offers a powerful blend of cardio and strength training in a circuit format. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this WOD from the Academy of Self Defense will challenge your limits and improve your fitness in exciting ways. It’s part of […]

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Walk this Weigh

Ready for a workout that challenges your strength, endurance, and agility? Walk this Weigh is today’s GRIT Workout of the Day (WOD), and it’s designed to work your entire body. From lunges that engage your legs and core, to deadlifts that build strength, and even pull-ups that enhance upper body power—this WOD has it all. […]

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Ridiculously Amazing Workout

Dive Into the “Ridiculously Amazing Workout” at the Academy! Today, the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara, CA, invites you to join us for a workout session that’s not just great—it’s ridiculously amazing! Under the expert guidance of Coach Shayne, our GRIT class at 12pm promises an experience that will leave you feeling empowered, […]

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