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For over 10 years, America's Best Defense of Norwich has provided New London county with martial arts training for kids and adults in a fun, safe, and supportive atmosphere. We're not about competition and we're not about creating fighters; our mission is to help Norwich area families improve themselves physically and mentally through expertly designed martial arts programs!
Our children's classes provide the exercise and self-defense of kickboxing and the mental discipline of karate - the focus, respect, and self-control that parents are looking for. In fact, every class is a lesson on the character qualities of a Black Belt: goal-setting, conflict resolution, anger management, and more. In short, your child will study and sweat, while absorbing martial arts lessons that will stay with them into teenage years and beyond.
Adult classes are a mix of intense fitness and practical self-defense. Blending the martial arts of Krav Maga and Muay Thai kickboxing, our program is built to improve your body and mind without the boredom of the gym. Every class is welcoming to beginners, and adults of all shapes, sizes, and ages are on the mat everyday, achieving their fitness goals. We also offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) classes for that extra amount of confidence when it comes to defending yourself on the ground. Our school is more than a workout... it's a Dojo, a place of personal improvement!
We're always available to answer questions so give us a call at 860-889-1818 or drop in!
Our children's classes provide the exercise and self-defense of kickboxing and the mental discipline of karate - the focus, respect, and self-control that parents are looking for. In fact, every class is a lesson on the character qualities of a Black Belt: goal-setting, conflict resolution, anger management, and more. In short, your child will study and sweat, while absorbing martial arts lessons that will stay with them into teenage years and beyond.
Adult classes are a mix of intense fitness and practical self-defense. Blending the martial arts of Krav Maga and Muay Thai kickboxing, our program is built to improve your body and mind without the boredom of the gym. Every class is welcoming to beginners, and adults of all shapes, sizes, and ages are on the mat everyday, achieving their fitness goals. We also offer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) classes for that extra amount of confidence when it comes to defending yourself on the ground. Our school is more than a workout... it's a Dojo, a place of personal improvement!
We're always available to answer questions so give us a call at 860-889-1818 or drop in!
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Coming Up at ABD Norwich:
Wednesday, May 22: Takedown Seminar with judo black belt Eric Moore and Coach Greg from NFA Wrestling. 8:00 - 9:30pm. Monday, May 27: Closed For Memorial Day except for Kids Karate Camp from 9:00 - 3:00 with Mr. Angel. Friday, June 14: Ninja Weapons Seminar with Grandmaster Bogdanski. Saturday, June 15: Father's Day Class and Water Balloon Chaos at the NFA Green. 9:00 - 10:30am. No regular Saturday classes 10:30 Bootcamp (at the school.) Tuesday, June 25: Sensei McShane's Kids Morning classes start. 9:00 - 9:45am Tuesdays and Thursdays through August 22nd. |
Sensei McShane is an author now!
Sensei McShane published his first book in 2012, entitled "Sensei Secrets for Mom & Dad: A Parent's Guide To Helping Your Child Get The Most From The Martial Arts". It's a manual to assist "Karate Parents" in making the most of martial arts training for their kids. Based on fifteen-plus years of teaching children, the book details the time-tested methods that Sensei Instructors have used for decades to coach children in the mental aspects of martial arts.
You can order it here.
You can order it here.
Positive Self Esteem is a huge byproduct of the work at ABD
My son, Frank, has been a student of Sensei McShane and Master Hesser since he was five years old. He has grown from a little boy in a white belt to a confident pre-teen junior Black Belt with help and guidance from the leaders at ABD.
ABD has been through many changes over the years, but the standards remain solid; Excellence, Leadership, Respect, Discipline, Commitment. And FUN.
Sensei McShane and Master Hesser ensure fitness with fun regardless of the age of the student. They often ask for feedback and suggestions from parents and students to keep things fresh and dynamic. And their Instructors are no less demanding of those standards. Master McShane has a great knack for knowing who will make a great instructor. The proof is Ms. Fritz and Mr. Ayala, as well as Ms. Cedio. They greet each student as they walk through the door, talking with students about school, vacations, sports, and always LEAD BY EXAMPLE. When class starts, the focus is clear. Fitness, self defense, technique. There is always a positive message towards the end of the class that reinforces things like responsibility, safety, respect, self-respect, and many more.
ABD schedules many family events like Mom and me, Father's Day Class and watergun battle, Martial Arts Olympics, as well as community events like National Night Out and Harbor Fest. These are great times to showcase the fun and skills at ABD.
The sense of "family" among students is something that can be best understood when taking a class. When you step on the mat, you are welcomed by the white, green, purple, red, and black belts as part of a special group. Everyone is helpful and competitive, and striving to improve their strength, fitness, personal safety, and overall health; both physical and emotional. The personal achievements are not just physical. Positive Self Esteem is a huge byproduct of the work at ABD.
Frank has met a lot of friends over the years at ABD. I love that he wants to go to the Black Belt Ceremonies of other students. He applauds the other students' achievements and sees the importance of support for his fellow students. These ceremonies are emotional, inspiring, and funny, and we look forward to many more!
Ellen Lewis
Jewett City
ABD has been through many changes over the years, but the standards remain solid; Excellence, Leadership, Respect, Discipline, Commitment. And FUN.
Sensei McShane and Master Hesser ensure fitness with fun regardless of the age of the student. They often ask for feedback and suggestions from parents and students to keep things fresh and dynamic. And their Instructors are no less demanding of those standards. Master McShane has a great knack for knowing who will make a great instructor. The proof is Ms. Fritz and Mr. Ayala, as well as Ms. Cedio. They greet each student as they walk through the door, talking with students about school, vacations, sports, and always LEAD BY EXAMPLE. When class starts, the focus is clear. Fitness, self defense, technique. There is always a positive message towards the end of the class that reinforces things like responsibility, safety, respect, self-respect, and many more.
ABD schedules many family events like Mom and me, Father's Day Class and watergun battle, Martial Arts Olympics, as well as community events like National Night Out and Harbor Fest. These are great times to showcase the fun and skills at ABD.
The sense of "family" among students is something that can be best understood when taking a class. When you step on the mat, you are welcomed by the white, green, purple, red, and black belts as part of a special group. Everyone is helpful and competitive, and striving to improve their strength, fitness, personal safety, and overall health; both physical and emotional. The personal achievements are not just physical. Positive Self Esteem is a huge byproduct of the work at ABD.
Frank has met a lot of friends over the years at ABD. I love that he wants to go to the Black Belt Ceremonies of other students. He applauds the other students' achievements and sees the importance of support for his fellow students. These ceremonies are emotional, inspiring, and funny, and we look forward to many more!
Ellen Lewis
Jewett City
Krav Maga - The self-defense system developed for the Israeli military, Krav Maga is designed to be easy to learn and brutally effective. Focusing on aggressive counter-attacks and explosive reactions, students learn defenses against common street attacks such as chokes, bear hugs, and tackles, as well as armed encounters with guns, knives, and sticks. What separates Krav Maga from other martial "arts" is its attention on the mental aspects of real self-defense: adrenaline stress, fight-or-flight response, and hesitation. Designed for the military, but perfect for American civilians looking for confidence in any situation.
Muay Thai - The native kickboxing martial art of Thailand, Muay Thai is the #1 striking art for professional MMA fighters. Knees, elbows, kicks, and punches: Muay Thai is a pad-smashing kickboxing workout. You can hit harder than you think, and Muay Thai can show you how - while toning, strengthening, and trimming your body down to "fighting weight." Muay Thai's brutal strikes fit seamlessly into the toolbox of Krav Maga.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - in 1994, the Gracie family used the UFC to demonstrate to the world not only the effectiveness, but the necessity of ground fighting skill. BJJ is truly a martial arts designed to help the smaller and weaker defeat the bigger and stronger. BJJ students at ABD Norwich learn positioning, defense, and offense on the ground, and are given the chance to rank under Marcio Stambowsky, 7th degree koral belt and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend.
Muay Thai - The native kickboxing martial art of Thailand, Muay Thai is the #1 striking art for professional MMA fighters. Knees, elbows, kicks, and punches: Muay Thai is a pad-smashing kickboxing workout. You can hit harder than you think, and Muay Thai can show you how - while toning, strengthening, and trimming your body down to "fighting weight." Muay Thai's brutal strikes fit seamlessly into the toolbox of Krav Maga.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - in 1994, the Gracie family used the UFC to demonstrate to the world not only the effectiveness, but the necessity of ground fighting skill. BJJ is truly a martial arts designed to help the smaller and weaker defeat the bigger and stronger. BJJ students at ABD Norwich learn positioning, defense, and offense on the ground, and are given the chance to rank under Marcio Stambowsky, 7th degree koral belt and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu legend.
America’s Best Defense, LLC
433 West Main Street
Norwich, Connecticut 06360
860-889-1818
433 West Main Street
Norwich, Connecticut 06360
860-889-1818
Serving Martial Arts to Norwich Connecticut, Norwichtown, Preston, Bozrah, Montville, Uncasville, Ledyard, Baltic, Sprague, Lebanon, Taftville, Griswold, Lisbon, Canterbury, and Franklin Connecticut.
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