Tai Chi

Tai Chi (Taijiquan) is a (Chinese) martial art that is practiced for both its combative aspects and health benefits.  It emphasizes awareness of breath, relaxation, posture and balance.  It adheres to the philosophy of yin and yang and the five element theories. Proper Tai Chi Practice will engage the mind, body and internal energy.  Tai Chi is practiced as a means to keep the body healthy and free from disease.

At the Carlisle Kung Fu Center we offer Tai Chi classes regularly.  Classes are taught the first 3 Saturdays of each month.  All are welcome.

Please contact Nate Wolfe at the Carlisle Kung Fu Center for more information about the Tai Chi program.

Modern Arnis

Modern Arnis is a Filipino martial art that involves stick and knife self defense.  It is comprised of 3 related methods: sword and dagger (espada y daga), weaving (sinawali), and single stick (solo baston).   Modern Arnis is a modernized form of stick fighting created by the late master Remy Presas.

Modern Arnis is a great way of experiencing some of the practical self-defense aspects of knife and stick self defense.   Modern Arnis classes at the Carlisle Kung Fu Center cover a wide range of techniques ranging from block and counter to disarming techniques.

Please contact Liam Cochran at the Carlisle Kung Fu Center for more information about the Modern Arnis program.

Grappling

Grappling and ground fighting is an important aspect in any martial art.  Having a good foundation in grappling is the key to being a well rounded martial artist. In our classes we practice basic positioning, escapes, pins, and submissions without the MMA emphasis.  Some martial artists dismiss grappling and ground fighting and consider it a last resort. Those who truly study this art know the error of this belief. Aside from being a powerful effective means of self defense, grappling and ground fighting is a whole lot of fun!

The grappling class is offered one time per month.  Usually classes take place on a Friday evening from 5-6:30pm.  Please contact Liam Cochran for the latest schedule for the grappling class.