Gyms Details:

Head Professor: Steve Peterson

Details: World of Self-Defense/Combat Ju-Jitsu is one of the oldest martial arts schools in the state of Minnesota. World of Self-Defense in Minneapolis was founded by James Bob Easom. While serving in the US Navy, Bob Easom taught Karate, Judo and Ju-Jitsu (along with with noted AJJF/Hawaiian Ju-Jitsu instructor Bill Beach) at the former Twin Cities/Fort Snelling Naval Air Station, and decided to also offer training to the local civilian community. By 1968, we had a permenant location on Minnehaha Ave in South Minneapolis. In 1970, Bob Easom was relocated by the US Navy when the Twin Cities Naval Air Station was decommisioned, and World of Self-Defense was taken over by his top Black Belt, Ron Peterson (1943-2018), who had also trained at the Fort Snelling Naval Air Station's Judo & Ju-Jitsu club. World of Self-Defense was affiliated with the Armed Forces Judo Association, the American Judo and Jujitsu Federation (AJJF) and the Kodenkan Karate Association until the mid-1970's, when World of Self-Defense organized its Kosen Ju-Jitsu association which stressed realistic self-defense and ground grappling. During this time we moved to our current location at 5406 43rd Ave. World of Self-Defense/Combat Ju-Jitsu is now run by Ron Peterson's son Steve Peterson, who literally grew up with Ju-Jitsu, leading adult classes while still in his teens before eventually taking over the school from his father. Steve has been head instructor for more than 25 years. In the 1990's, "Mixed Martial Arts" events like the UFC increased public awareness of Ju-Jitsu's advantanges, and many students have found our club to be exactly what they were looking for.

Kids Program Url: http://combat-jujitsu.com/cjj/kids.html

Kids Program Detail: Our youth classes are popular with both boys & girls from 5 to 15. In addition to valuable self-defense skills, students will be able to develop: Self-discipline; Self-confidence; Respect for self and others; Focus/Attention; Good Sportsmanship; Good coordination & reflexes; Balance, strength, and agility; Leadership skills; Cooperation with others. All in a relaxed, fun, friendly environment!

Woman Only Program Url: http://combat-jujitsu.com/cjj/wsd.html

Woman Only Program Detail: Ju-Jitsu for Women's Self-Defense: While "Aerobic Kickboxing," "Sport Karate" and "Classical" or "Traditional" Martial Arts may be fun activities, they are often not effective against real-life aggressive attacks that "go to the ground", and unfortunately that's exactly where attacks on women often end up. If you are serious about learning effective self-defense, it is absolutely essential that you practice defending against a resisting opponent while you are on the ground as part of your training. That's what we're here for. Ju-Jitsu training will teach you to maximize your chances on the ground, where you can use leverage and positioning to defend against a larger attacker, instead of relying on upper-body strength. You will learn to use your whole body, and take advantage of your leg strength. We encourage women to attend our regular adult classes to gain valuable experience working with a wide variety of training partners. There is no substitute for regular training, and you will be amazed at what you will learn in just a few months. Across the country, more and more women are discovering the fun and effectivness of Ju-Jitsu training. Ju-Jitsu training can be hard work, and you will have a lot of close body contact with your training partner. Some people (and not just women!) are hesitant to learn Ju-Jitsu because the idea of rolling around with strange guys is just too uncomfortable. This close contact is a very important part of the learning process, and once you get to know your fellow students and instructors and learn how the techniques work, it quickly becomes a non-issue. The more experience you get in Ju-Jitsu class, the less likely you will panic in a real situation where someone is holding you down. You will always be in control of your training experience and we want you to be comfortable and enjoy your training with us.

Pricing: Adult Class Rates: One Month $85, Four Months $290 ($72.50/month), One Year $800 (Less than $67/month!). Youth Class Rates: One Month $50, Four Months $165, One Year $425

Schedule Url: http://combat-jujitsu.com/cjj/adult.html

Email: spjujitsu@msn.com

Country: United States