Steve Brown, our Gracie Jiu-jitsu instructor took the ALS bucket of ice challenge. Steve was challenged by Joey Imperatori. Steve in turn started the ball rolling by calling out David Leavitt and then all the other kids in the IMA Gracie Jiu-jitsu program. Steve also thought it would be fitting to have Marty Heninger, who happily dumped the bucket of ice on Steve take the challenge also. Steve will also make a donation to the ALS foundation.
Monthly Archives: August 2014
Test Day Reminder…
Test Day Reminder… |
Please remember that today (August 28th) is Test Day. There are no classes today except the Adult Noon Classes (Karate and GJJ), the Super Mites Classes at 4:00 and 4:30 and Private Lessons.
Our regular class schedule resumes tomorrow (Friday, August 29th). |
Imperatori Martial Arts Closed Labor Day Weekend 2014
In observance of the Labor Day weekend, we will be closed Saturday through Monday (8/30 – 9/1). All Classes will resume their normal schedule on Tuesday (9/2). Have a safe and fun holiday!
Big Crowd for Self Defense Seminar on Saturday (8-23-14)
There was a big crowd on hand for Saturday’s Self Defense Seminar. Steve Brown the Gracie Jiu-jitsu instructor at Imperatori and his team presented some of the most up to date usable information on how to survive in todays world. Steve explained to the crowd the profile that criminals use for identifying their next victim, strategies for reducing risk and tactics for defending the most common attacks according to law enforcement. The seminar lasted 90 minutes. Thanks to all those who attended and helped!! FOR PICTURES CLICK HERE.
Joey and Isaiah Private Lessons 2 week view…
Available private lessons for the week of 8/25/14
Monday, 8/25 – 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, 8/26 – 11:15 a.m., 3:15 and 3:45 p.m.
Wednesday, 8/27 – 3:00 and 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, 8/28 – 3:00 and 3:30 p.m.
Friday, 8/29 – 3:00 and 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, 8/30 – Closed
Available private lessons for the week of 9/1/14
Monday, 9/1 – Closed
Tuesday, 9/2 – 11:15 a.m., 3:15 p.m., 3:45 p.m.
Wednesday, 9/3 – 3:00 and 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, 9/4 – 11:15 a.m., 3:00, 3:30 and 4:30 p.m.
Friday, 9/5 – 3:00 and 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, 9/6 – 9:00 and 9:30 a.m.
For children and teens, private lessons offer:
· A great way to fine-tune before testing for a stripe or belt.
· The perfect “re-entry” after time away from your Karate instruction.
· The best way to improve your sparring and forms.
· One-on-one with our top instructors.
Adult benefits of private lessons:
· Build stamina; increase your cardiovascular and physical strength.
· Work on your individual areas for improved skills.
· Gain self-confidence and ability to defend yourself.
· Increase your mental clarity and agility while reducing stress.
· Reach your goals — one-on-one instruction is highly motivating and personal to your needs.
Please call Terry-Lynn at 404-252-8200 or send an email to familykarate@mindspring.com to schedule a lesson.
· 30 minutes for children at $40/each
· 45 minutes for adults at $60/each
· 10-lesson packages are available for $350 (children) and $500 (adults).
· Many students schedule a standing class each or every other week.
GJJ Curiculum Week of August 25th
Gracie Combat Fundamentals:
Take the back from the Guard 31
Standing Headlock Defense 26
Clinching, Striking, Takedowns (Master Cycle):
Head movement against punches, takedowns, technical footwork
Gracie Ground and Master Cycle:
Escapes and submssions from side control
Self Defense:
Rotational
Video – Joey completes the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Joey’s private lesson schedule is filling fast…
Joey’s private lesson schedule for the 2014/2015 school year is almost completely booked. The following are standing weekly and bi-weekly appointments still available:
Tuesdays: 11:15 a.m., 3:15 and 3:45 p.m. (weekly or bi-weekly)
Wednesdays: 3:30 p.m. (bi-weekly only)
Thursdays: 3:30 p.m. (weekly) and 4:30 p.m. (bi-weekly only)
Fridays: 3:30 p.m. (bi-weekly only)
If you are interested in taking one of these standing appointment times, please email Joey at info@imperatorikarate.com or call Terry-Lynn at 404-252-8200.
Thank you.
GJJ Curiculum Week of August 18th
Gracie Combat Fundamentals:
Hook Sweep from the Guard 28
Guillotine Defense 32
Clinching, Striking, Takedowns (Master Cycle):
Guillotine defenses (arm in, emergency takedown), technical footwork
Gracie Ground and Master Cycle:
Escapes from side control
Self Defense:
Rotational
Congratulations to Our 3 New Black Belts!!!
Congratulations to Jason Arkin, Chad Hellem and Milan Joshi – our newest Black Belts at Imperatori Martial Arts on 8-10-14. (Photos credit: Tami Chappell) Click the picture below or CLICK HERE to see more….
Free Self Defense Class Saturday 8/23
There is a FREE self defense class Saturday August 16th from 2 until 3:30. Steve Brown and his team will show you the “must know” details about how to avoid and if needed, how to increase your chances of surviving an attack. Reserve your spot now by calling TL (404-255-8200). Space is limited and sign up is on a first signed up basis and it will fill up quickly. This class is for anyone over 12 years old. But be advised, due to the nature of the subject, adult content is discussed. Make your reservation now!
GJJ Curriculum week of Aug 11th
Gracie Combat Fundamentals:
Punch Block from the Guard (Range 5) 27
Haymaker Punch Defense 30
Clinching, Striking, Takedowns (Master Cycle):
Thai Clinch with knees and defending the Thai Clinch
Gracie Ground and Master Cycle:
Controls from the top mount
Black Belt Test this Sunday
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GJJ Curriculum week of Aug 4th
Gracie Combat Fundamentals:
Kimura from the Guard 25
Leg Hook Takedown 6
Clinching, Striking, Takedowns (Master Cycle):
Pizone and defending the Thai Clinch
Gracie Ground and Master Cycle:
Submissions from the mount