6 Ways to Die – HYROX WOD That Hits Every Weakness Some WODs are spicy. This one’s lethal—in the best way. “6 Ways to Die” is your no-frills, high-volume, all-domains HYROX WOD designed to punish weaknesses and reward consistency. It’s not about just one skill—it’s six ways to suffer, survive, and come out stronger. This […]
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DEKA for Days – A High-Energy AMRAP That Hits Back You know those workouts that just don’t quit? This one lives up to its name. “DEKA for Days” isn’t just a clever title—it’s a nonstop AMRAP that brings the fire to your lungs, your legs, and your focus. If you’re training for a DEKA event […]
Face the Gatekeeper: DEKA WOD for Time There’s no coasting through this one. Today’s Gatekeeper DEKA WOD at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara is a test of functional fitness, raw determination, and mental drive. It’s a for-time challenge—so every second counts, and every rep moves you closer to the finish line. This […]
Build Your HYROX Engine with This Tabata WOD If your engine needs more horsepower, today’s HYROX-style WOD at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara is just what your training ordered. We’re dialing in intensity and grit with a Tabata-style endurance burner, designed to boost work capacity, power output, and mental toughness—all key for […]
Strength meets conditioning. Precision meets pressure. This is Amalgamate DEKA. This DEKA-style workout fuses eight dynamic movements into two high-intensity rounds, each built around focused 90-second work intervals with short transitions. “Amalgamate” isn’t just a cool name—it reflects what this WOD does best: blends strength, speed, and stability into one non-stop flow. You’ll jump, press, […]
The Last Dab DEKA is a high-energy, full-body AMRAP that blends Spartan grit with functional training fire. Whether you’re chasing a new round or just trying to hold your pace, this workout will challenge your strength, cardio, and mental edge. Step up, lift strong, slam down burpees, then punch and press your way through an […]
SLED x FIGHT FLOW: The Ultimate Strength & Strikes Hybrid WOD This HYROX-style WOD, SLED x FIGHT FLOW, is where raw strength meets controlled aggression. It’s a fast-paced interval circuit built to condition your entire body, while sharpening your mental focus and explosive output. With short work bursts and quick transitions, you’ll build endurance, develop […]
When Worlds Collide: HYROX WOD for Total-Body Power In “When Worlds Collide,” we’re fusing raw strength with cardio grit. You’ll power through sled work, crush kettlebell movements, dominate dumbbell lifts, and finish with a lung-burning ski erg or run. It’s a head-to-toe endurance workout built to mimic the intensity and flow of a real HYROX […]
Unleash Your Inner Fire with the Prometheus DEKA WOD If you’re ready to push the limits of your strength, endurance, and willpower, the Prometheus DEKA WOD at the Academy of Self Defense in Santa Clara is your proving ground. This one’s a 10x circuit. Each round scorches through 10 reps of 10 movements. Bodyweight. Kettlebell. […]
Carry, Slam, Strike: Today’s Grit-Fueled Full-Body WOD If you’re looking for a group fitness class in Santa Clara that brings the heat, the hustle, and the heart-pounding intensity of combat fitness and strength training—today’s GRIT WOD at the Academy of Self Defense is calling your name. “Carry, Slam, Strike” is a gritty, grind-it-out kind of […]