Training needs to be fun, effective and safe
Fun
Fun
The Myths in Martial Art, the days when students would be tested for their commitment by spending painfull hours in a low 'horse stance' and doing thousands of 1 handed press ups are gone. We do not tend to condition you to with-stand taking blows by repeatedly punching you in the face until you stop blinking. Apart from it being pointless its not good for business! Many students attend classes for recreation as an alternative method of toning up and getting fit. We recognise that not everyone who comes to SDCS is able or even wants to commit their lives to a sacrificial, self disciplined, spiritual monk lifestyle, unlike all of the INSTRUCTORS with the exception of Woody, Zoe, Nina and Tony; and therefore we try to guide lessons in a friendly and relaxed manner.
Effective
We do pride ourselves on teaching effective martial art, whether it is Kick Boxing, Kali or Mixed Martial Art. You are in the fortunate position of being able to learn from instructors who have been taught by the worlds leading martial art exponents. A claim many clubs may advertise, although may find harder to prove. However, many years ago a man known as Bruce Lee revolutionised the martial art world with his concepts and training methods. His training partner and close friend was a man called Dan Inosanto who after Lee's death, continued his research. Today Inosanto is recognised as one of the worlds greatest martial artists and in the UK has only 4 Full Instructors qualified to teach, one of which being the Director of SDCS - Phil Norman. Phil also spent many years training with 5 x World Kick Boxing Champion Trevor Ambrose and has competed successfully in intenational Cage Fighting events. So you can be assured that the techniques are effective and do work! However, for those of you who are not interested in competition we hope you will never need to find out.
Safe
Safety is our number one priorty. We reduce the likelyhood of injury by leading students through specific warm ups and cool downs. we will also encourage you to work to your own fitness level and gradually progress this over time. As we are developing martial/combat techniques we tend to develop power on strike pads as opposed to punching the air or each other. Here are a few safety steps you can take when coming to class for the first time.
1) Wear suitable clothing, regular sports attire would be appropriate. We also allow trainers to be worn to the Kick Boxing and Kali classes.
2) Bring a bottle of water. Concentration and physical performance can be impaired by slight dehydration. We encourage water intake during classes.
3) Remove Bling! It would be a shame to lose or damage personal jewellery. Injuries can occur, so for your own protection if it is possible leave it at home.
1) Wear suitable clothing, regular sports attire would be appropriate. We also allow trainers to be worn to the Kick Boxing and Kali classes.
2) Bring a bottle of water. Concentration and physical performance can be impaired by slight dehydration. We encourage water intake during classes.
3) Remove Bling! It would be a shame to lose or damage personal jewellery. Injuries can occur, so for your own protection if it is possible leave it at home.
We look Forward too seeing you soon!