Grappling has become popular in recent years with the Gracie family, UFC and the JKD community highlighting the effectiveness of the techniques. The skills that grappling, judo, BJJ and wrestling develop are of great importance in the modern world. The ability to control an aggressor without doing him or her serious injury is a skill that is necessary for teachers, law enforcement, medical and other individuals. Grappling training will greatly enhance your overall martial art ability and is a enjoyable workout which builds great confidence.

Sifu Tennet with legendary JKD Grappler, Sifu Larry Hartsell

The Academy teaches various grappling skills via visiting instructors and although we don't represent a single system, we take elements from the various grappling systems to enhance the skills developed through Wing Chun, Mantis and Tai Chi. Systems such as Wing Chun, Mantis and Tai Chi have some standing grappling (Chin Na) techniques already. Our Eskrima system has standing and floor grappling as part of its multi-style.

We don't have a dedicated class for grappling, elements are taught in all of the classes and our sparring class is 50% grappling & clinch work.