Martial Arts, Firearms Training, Self Defense
Armed and Unarmed Self Defense
Let’s talk about gun safety. The firearm is inherently a dangerous weapon. However, its fatal nature can never be administered without human interaction. It has no will of its own. You can easily test this for yourself by placing a loaded weapon in a secure …
The Summer Program is way to introduce your kids to martial arts through our normally scheduled evening classes with a short term commitment. This is just a beginning, as martial arts is a long-term study. We provide a fun learning experience for kids over the …
Congratulations to Dan Canale for passing his Black Belt test for Sho Dan in Kukishin Ryu Roshaku Bo Jutsu! Kukishin Ryu Roshaku Bo Jutsu is the classical battlefield art of the 6 foot staff against an attacker with a sword. Dan began training with Sensei …
Update on our Patreon Channels: We are exploring providing content on this new-to-us platform. We would love to hear from you about what self defense firearms training and martial arts content you would like to see from us. We are sharing nuggets of insight and …
Congratulations to Gigi Simmons for passing her Black Belt test for Sho Dan in Asayama Ichiden Ryu! Asayama Ichiden Ryu is a classical Japanese Jujutsu. This has been quite a journey and we are so proud of her accomplishment. Gigi began training in the traditional Japanese …
It is no secret that we at Urban Defense Academy have a very Traditional Philosophy when it comes to martial arts. This traditional outlook carries over into our firearms training as well. Having been personally taught by Michael Harries, enrolled in Gunsite’s Pistol Training Program …
Displayed in the dojo is a template image of my teacher’s dojo patch. Sensei Chadwick Minge designed the emblem using the Mythical Dragon, the Tiger and the Kanji Wa. The dragon symbolizes the powers of heaven (Ten) and the tiger represent the powers of Earth …
We were honored to be invited to participate on the Martial Art stage at this year’s Houston Japan Festival. Three of our young ladies demonstrated techniques from Kukishin Ryu Biken Jutsu. In the second half of the demo Sensei Brian Simmons and our guest, his …
We’re excited to share the news! Best Martial Arts! Urban Defense Academy was voted: Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote for us! It couldn’t happen without YOU !!! Check out all of the results from the Best of Liberty Hill in …
In this installment of “Gifts from My Teacher” we are sharing more about traditional Japanese items that are often part of martial art dojos (schools). This article is about the Dharma Doll and the Shiminawa Rope and Origami Lightening Bolts. The red face doll is …