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In modern history the interest of East Asian martial arts for Western Civilization dates back to the 19th century, mostly to do with trade realtions with China and Japan. Few people at that time in the United States were practicing the arts, seeing it as more of a performance art. The first known demonstrations were performed by Asians, which contributed greatly to the perception of Martial Arts to be only a performance art. As influence of the West grew in Asia, a much larger number of military personnel spent more time in China, Japan, and Korea, which lead to soldiers seeing the value of Eastern martial arts other than a performance art. By the time of the mid to late 1900's Karate and Judo were a household name. Appearing in movies and TV shows, martial arts had gained mainstream popularity and a few martial arts schools could be found in major cities. Today martial arts are still used as a performance art, although, it is also used as a combat method as well as a sport for competition.
It is often said that the purpose of martial arts is for self-defense, and not injuring one's opponent is the highest expression of the art. There are several different styles of martial arts today. Some styles are meant to use an opponent's attack against them, block the attack, or even disable the opponent completely. As training progresses, the individual is taught position (stance), balance (control of position), coordination (control of blance and position in technique), form (performing correctly), Speed (increase the rate of performance without loss of form), Power (strengthing technique), reflex (technique becomes a natural movement), and conclusion (it is important that progression is not rushed, but developed). Although, the original creation of martial arts was created for combat, the main principles that are still taught today are: self improvement, truth, willingness, respect, and self-control. As lessons are taught, many students of martial arts have learned that martials arts can be used not only for combat or sport, but also as a way of life.
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Camarillo Shotokan Karate Do Center
2298 E Ventura Blvd, Camarillo, CA 93010 Map
805 482-0307
Camarillo TaeKwonDo Academy
676 E Ponderosa Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010 Map
805 987-3306
Panther Martial Arts Center
Traditional & Olympic style Taekwondo, close quarters combat Taekwondo, Southern Praying Mantis Kung Fu and fitness kickboxing. Self defense training that works! Private lessons with group rates.
315 Arneill Rd Ste A103, Camarillo, CA 93010 Map
805 384-2378
Tae Ryong Taekwondo School
2249 Pickwick Dr, Camarillo, CA 93010 Map
805 388-5425
United Studios of Self Defense
2668 Del Mar Heights Rd Ste A, Del Mar, CA 92014 Map
858 481-0393
Martial Arts - Huntington Beach
National Wushu Training Center I
7481 Talbert Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Map
714 847-8476
Official Tae Kwon Do Academy
6979 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Map
714 847-3055
Pa-Kua Martial Arts and Yoga
Traditional chinese martial arts (stand-up and grappling),ancient weapons (swords), chinese yoga, acrobatics, aerobic martial arts, tai-chi & reflexology.
4937 Warner Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Map
714 377-8805
United Studios of Self Defense
9049 Atlanta Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92646 Map
714 964-7244
United Studios of Self Defense
7251 Warner Ave Ste K, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Map
714 848-6464
United Studios of Self Defense
7651 Fay Ave Ste A, La Jolla, CA 92037 Map
858 454-6522
Laguna Ki-Aikido Dojo Est. 1984
Our non-profit school teaches Aikido classes in South Orange County. We are the only school in Orange County authorized by the Ki Society in Japan to teach the methods of Master Koichi Tohei.
93 South La Senda, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Map
949 499-5948
United Studios of Self Defense
30824 Pacific Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651 Map
949 499-5768
Inosanto Academy of Martial Arts
13348 Beach Ave., Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 Map
310 578-7773
United Studios of Self Defense
4286 Lincoln Blvd, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 Map
310 577-9454
Newport Beach Aikikai
2020 Quail St, Newport Beach, CA 92660 Map
949 553-0160
United Studios of Self Defense
3636 Newport Blvd, Newport Beach, CA 92663 Map
949 722-0526
United Studios of Self Defense
1749 Garnet Ave, Pacific Beach, CA 92109 Map
858 274-1229
Academy of Judo & Karate
2703 Artesia Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Map
310 370-3553
Shugyokan Dojo
Redondo Beach Matsubayashi Shorin Ryu Karate-Do
1603 Aviation Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Map
United Studios of Self Defense
713 N Pacific Coast Hwy, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 Map
310 318-3558
Capoeira Sul Da Bahia
Capoeira is a brazilian art form which combines music, dance and self-defense.
201 S Milpas, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Map
805 637-5355
Jang's Karate Center
517 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Map
805 962-6456
Martial Arts Family Fitness
Martial Arts Family Fitness
Santa Barbara Shotokan Karate Club
United Studios of Self Defense
L.A. Wing Chun Kung-Fu Academy
Real Combat Science of Martial Arts
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122 E Gutierrez St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Map
805 963-6233
122 E Gutierrez St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Map
805 963-6233
A non-profit karate club open to members of the community and affiliated with Shotokan Karate of America (SKA).
121 E Mason St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 Map
805 683-6195
3971 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 Map
805 696-6820
Offers a broad range of programs to meet individual goals and an environment that fosters personal growth & achievement. Call to schedule your free first class!
816 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405 Map
310 664-1404
1865 Lincoln Blvd #6, Santa Monica, CA 90404 Map
310 392-2477
1102 Broadway, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Map
310 394-5188
452 Pacific Coast Hwy, Seal Beach, CA 90740 Map
562 594-6042
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