AIKIDO is a very powerful defensive Japanese martial art. It is considered a "soft art", as it is non-competitive and non-aggressive. It does not meet force with resistance or equal force - it does not rely on our strength as protection. Instead it redirects an aggressor’s own motions and momentum with perfect timing and flowing, circular movement to compromise their stability and line of force. Once they are off-balance they are subdued or controlled through appropriate joint locks, pins or throws.
Join Sensei Dennis Baker, Shodan, at Grapevine Martial Arts Academy for classes Mondays and Wednesdays 7:45 to 8:45 pm. Sensei Dennis trains under Sensei Russell D. Waddell, Rokudan.
Call today for more information: 817-481-3400.
MORE ABOUT GRAPEVINE MARTIAL ARTS ACADEMY
At Grapevine Martial Arts, we shape leaders, offering programs for all ages and lifestyles. We teach self-confidence and self-discipline, respect and responsibility, honor and integrity. All in a family environment with classes for Adults and Children alike. Grapevine Martial Arts Academy teaches the Youn Wha Ryu system of Tae Kwon Do, created by Grand Master Man H. Han. The academy was founded in Grapevine, Texas by Masters Jean and Scott Good (right) in 1990, and has been continuously operating in the same location since its opening.
The school is unique in its combined focus on Adult and Children's training, its diversity of instructors and its high testing standards. The Goods are dedicated to improving the lives of their students through training in the Martial Arts, with emphasis on RESPECT, INTEGRITY, PERSEVERANCE, DIGNITY and COMPASSION.
ABOUT MASTER JEAN GOOD
Master Jean Good holds the rank of 6th Dan Black Belt in the World Youn Wha Ryu Association.
On December 1st, 2007, Master Jeanie tested before Grandmaster Man H. Han and a dojang full of supporters from around the country. She became the third 6th Dan and the only woman to achieve this milestone.
Steve Coxsey interviewed Master Jeanie and has written an insightful, inspirational chronicle of her journey to 6th Dan.
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