Mike Lewenczuk

03/16/2023

Wondering how long it takes to become a black belt?? Find out below:

This is a question that is often asked by new or potential students. The underlying question is actually, ”How long is it...Read More...

08/18/2022

04/07/2021

Had a great first SwordFit class last night! I had the pleasure of working with a lovely family, a mom and 2 boys. Despite the tons of information I unleashed upon them, they all did Great. We started with the very basics of sword handling like proper grip, drawing / re-sheathing, stances and strikes. We eventually worked our way up to two person strike/block drills. I was surprised how quickly everybody picked it up!

In our next class we will do some review and begin working on new drills and our first kata, (form). If all goes well, (and I can't imagine it wouldn't), we will introduce some basic sparing exercises. Can't hardly wait!!!

We would love for you to join us!! Check in with the Anthem Community Center. The more the merrier.

01/13/2021

We are open for enrollment. Classes are on Tuesday and Thursday.

Shoshin Ryu JUJITSU
Age 10-12 4:45 - 5:45 pm
Age 13 - adult 6:45 - 8:00 pm

SwordFit
Age 13 - adult 5:45 - 6:45 pm

Call 802 381-4613 for more information
Call Anthem Community Center 623 879-3011 to register.

12/15/2020

The term Ju Jitsu is becoming more and more recognized. However, many people are not as familiar with it’s translation as with other common martial arts, like Karate, (empty hand). Ju Jitsu roughly translates as “gentle art”. Now it might seem strange to hear of a martial art that utilizes throws, joint locks, strikes, chokes and holds being referred to as “gentile”. However, “gentle” in this sense refers to being yielding to an oncoming force, so as to counter in an appropriate time and manner, making maximum use of an attacker’s force, momentum, etc.

Jitsu, in this case means art, or the art or application of gentleness. This is opposed to “do” which means the path or the way of, as in Judo, the way of, or representation of gentleness.

Utilization of art of this softness, or “Ju”, makes it possible for a smaller practitioner to defend against a larger, stronger attacker. Jujitsu is one of the most devastating and effective martial arts in the world.