Gustavo Machado will be returning to our school on Saturday, July 21st, 2007 for another great seminar.
Check out our Events section or contact Sensei Beall for more info.
Congratulations to everyone that competed at the 5-26-07 Super Slam III in Evans, GA. They all did a great job representing Team Gustavo Machado – SC. Here is a quick run down of the results.
Frank Beall – 1st place – Blue Belt Gi Division
Cris Rodriguez – 2nd place – White Belt Gi Division (Lt. Heavy Weight)
Matt Simpson – 3rd place – White Belt Gi Division (15 to 17yr olds)
Matt Simpson – 3rd place – Beginner No Gi Division (15 to 17yr olds)
Cris Rodriguez – 4th place – Beginner No Gi Division (Lt. Heavy Weight)

This was the first tournament for both Matt and Cris. I am really proud of both of them. They put on a great showing for their first time, and have set the bar pretty high for the rest of our team for future competitions. Way to go guys!!!
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It seems like more and more "martial arts" school are opening up every day. Each one promising to teach you to be the next "Ultimate Fighter." But like most people trying to MAKE A SALE, they are more concerned about getting your money than they are about teaching you how to defend yourself.
Anyone can teach you to kick and punch, but not everyone can teach you how to defend yourself. If you are spending your hard earned money on a class, shouldn't you make sure that you are getting your moneys worth?
Do you spend most of your class time working with a training partner, not just punching and kicking the air?
Are you being taught to not only defend yourself while standing up, but also if you are forced to the ground?
Does you instructor involve him/herself in your classes, not spending most of the night behind a desk or in another room?
Are you training as close to reality as possible, not just "playing" at self defense?
If you answered "NO" to any of the above questions, then you should consider visiting our school.
No free rides
All of our students are trained to be the best they can be. Our classes focus on making each individual student a better martial artist. Everyone trains, everyone works out, and everyone learns how to succeed.
No false promises
Martial arts can have a huge effect on anyone’s life. But martial arts by itself will not change you or your child into a better person. It takes hard work, dedication, and support from both your family and our staff. If it is sounds easy to do, it probably isn’t worth doing.
Every day more and more people are enjoying the benefits and excitement of martial arts.
Don’t let another day go by without beginning your training in martial arts.
Men
Ø Stay in shape or improve the shape that you have
Ø Become more flexible, reducing the chances for serious injuries
Ø Learn to defend yourself and your loved ones
Women
Ø Become healthier and help your body to look younger and more fit
Ø Help fight diseases, like osteoporosis, that begin to trouble women as they age
Ø Empower yourself with the confidence you gain from learning to defend yourself
Teens
Ø Gain strength, flexibility, endurance, and speed
Ø Learn effective techniques to allow you to defend yourself against stronger and larger opponents
Ø Learn discipline and anger control
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Our location is
convenient to North Augusta, Belvedere, Downtown Augusta, Augusta, Edgefield,
Midland Valley, Aiken, Johnston, and Trenton