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Boot Camp: Michael Jackson Edition

Experience the Thrill of Boot Camp: Michael Jackson Edition with ASD On Demand! Are you ready to take your workout routine to the next level? Look no further than ASD On Demand’s electrifying Boot Camp: Michael Jackson Edition! Led by the dynamic Coach Jivoni Jordan, this high-energy morning class combines the infectious beats of Michael […]

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Pumpkin Pump WOD with Coach Andrea

Get Spooky Fit: Dive Into Our Halloween-Themed Online Workout with Coach Andrea! Who says Halloween is just for October? At the Academy of Self Defense (ASD), we believe in keeping the spooky spirit alive all year round, and what better way to do that than with a workout that gets you into the Halloween groove […]

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There’s Not One Type of Martial Art That Beats All Others

When considering the different types of martial arts, it’s like a game of rock, paper, scissors. Each martial art has advantages and disadvantages against the others in complex ways. There isn’t really a best martial art to learn – each has unique characteristics that could draw an individual to pursue it. For example, Krav Maga, […]

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6 Healthy Alternatives to Fast Food Favorites

While we may never be able to match the speed of a drive thru meal, there are many ways we can find alternatives to our fast food favorites that are just as cheap and appetizing. 6 Healthy Alternatives to Fast Food Favorites Let’s face it. We all know fast food isn’t the best option for […]

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Keeping Your Wrists Strong with Coach Jivoni Jordan

Strengthen your Wrists for Combat Sports and Fitness When it comes to combat sports and fitness activities involving punching, the importance of wrist strength and safety cannot be overstated. A strong, stable wrist not only enhances your performance but also significantly reduces the risk of injury. Here are some insights and tips on keeping your […]

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Can Exercise Improve Sleep?

 “Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. Getting enough quality sleep at the right times can help protect your mental health, physical health, quality of life, and safety.” National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Can Exercise Help Improve the Quality of my Sleep? Exercise holds many benefits that most of […]

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Escrima: Stick & Knife

We are so excited about the Escrima curriculum that Everest Pepper, Chief Instructor at ASD, is putting together. Here he talks about using a stick and a knife simultaneously. While these are advanced techniques, this is something we can all look forward to! Watch some Advanced Escrima Techniques Benefits of Practicing Escrima

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Escrima Lesson 1: Fundamentals

Everest Pepper, the Chief Instructor of Krav Maga, at the Academy of Self Defense, goes over some basic fundamentals of the Escrima system that we will be teaching soon. Watch Escrima Fundamentals Discover Escrima: The Dynamic Martial Art of the Philippines Welcome to the world of Escrima, a fascinating and dynamic martial art that hails […]

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Improve Flexibility for Kicks

Kick Higher, Strike Harder: Mastering Flexibility for Powerful Kicks Improving flexibility for kicks is essential for martial artists looking to enhance their performance and reduce the risk of injury. With the right techniques and consistent practice, anyone can increase their range of motion and make their kicks more powerful and effective. Our latest blog post […]

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Introduction to Escrima at ASD

In the beginning of the year, ASD decided to start building the curriculum for our program that was supposed to launch the beginning of March, but the start of the program was delayed due to the current state of affairs. Even though we can’t have classes, we would still like to share the footage that […]

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