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In modern history the interest of East Asian martial arts for Western Civilization dates back to the 19th century, mostly to do with trade realtions with China and Japan. Few people at that time in the United States were practicing the arts, seeing it as more of a performance art. The first known demonstrations were performed by Asians, which contributed greatly to the perception of Martial Arts to be only a performance art. As influence of the West grew in Asia, a much larger number of military personnel spent more time in China, Japan, and Korea, which lead to soldiers seeing the value of Eastern martial arts other than a performance art. By the time of the mid to late 1900's Karate and Judo were a household name. Appearing in movies and TV shows, martial arts had gained mainstream popularity and a few martial arts schools could be found in major cities. Today martial arts are still used as a performance art, although, it is also used as a combat method as well as a sport for competition.

It is often said that the purpose of martial arts is for self-defense, and not injuring one's opponent is the highest expression of the art. There are several different styles of martial arts today. Some styles are meant to use an opponent's attack against them, block the attack, or even disable the opponent completely. As training progresses, the individual is taught position (stance), balance (control of position), coordination (control of blance and position in technique), form (performing correctly), Speed (increase the rate of performance without loss of form), Power (strengthing technique), reflex (technique becomes a natural movement), and conclusion (it is important that progression is not rushed, but developed). Although, the original creation of martial arts was created for combat, the main principles that are still taught today are: self improvement, truth, willingness, respect, and self-control. As lessons are taught, many students of martial arts have learned that martials arts can be used not only for combat or sport, but also as a way of life.

 


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Martial Arts - Burbank

Aikido Daiwa
4404 W Victory Blvd,  Burbank, CA 91505   Map
818 843-4984  

American School of Martial Arts
1717 W Verdugo Ave,  Burbank, CA 91506   Map
818 843-3403  

California Academy of Martial Arts
Teaches Chinese kung fu to all ages, offering instruction in Wing Chun, Choy Lee Fut, Shaolin, Tai Chi, and cardio kickboxing.
2900 W Magnolia Blvd,  Burbank, CA 91505   Map
818 843-7916  

Ken Nagayama Martial Arts
2809 W Burbank Blvd,  Burbank, CA 91505   Map
818 840-9004  

SwordPlay Fencing Studio
64 E Magnolia Blvd,  Burbank, CA 91502   Map
818 566-1777  

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Martial Arts - Canoga Park

Hwa Rang World Tang Soo Do Federation
International champion Grand Master Ho Sik Pak. Tang Soo Do for children and adults. Other classes include: weapons, healing, yoga and Reiki.
7122 Topanga Cyn Blvd,  Canoga Park, CA 91303   Map
818 348-4881  

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Martial Arts - Encino

United Studios of Self Defense
17547 Ventura Blvd,  Encino, CA 91316   Map
818 380-3148  

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Martial Arts - Glendale

Higashi Tenshin-Kai
Traditional Japanese Karate and Tai-Chi for adults, teens and kids. Tai Chi will help improve your strength, balance and reduce stress.
1110 W Glenoaks Blvd Ste A,  Glendale, CA 91202   Map
818 500-1952  

International Karate Association
3301 N Verdugo Road,  Glendale, CA 91208   Map
818 541-1240  

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Martial Arts - Granada Hills

Ken Nagayama Martial Arts
11852 Balboa Blvd,  Granada Hills, CA 91344   Map
818 366-1312  

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Martial Arts - North Hollywood

Absolute Jiu-Jitsu
Offers integrated MMA training including Brazilian jiu jitsu, wrestling, judo, muay Thai, and boxing as an integrated mma fighting style
5643 Cahuenga Blvd,  North Hollywood, CA 91601   Map
818 762-0097  

Pa-Kua
Ancient Chinese exersises and harmonization techniques to improve your health and well being. Martial art, sword workout, Tai Chi, Chinese yoga, acrobatics, womens self defense classes. Reflexology massage and Feng Shui teaching.
5212 Laurel Canyon Blvd,  North Hollywood, CA 91607   Map
818 766-6282  

United States Martial Arts Academy
Matial Arts for the kids and families. Building leaders one black belt at a time.
10646 Magnolia Blvd,  North Hollywood, CA 91601   Map
818 508-5144  

Wright's Praying Mantis Kung Fu Academy
12114 Sylvan St,  North Hollywood, CA 91606   Map
818 761-0637  

Xtreme Martial Arts
A state-of-the-art facility designed to accomodate people of all ages that want to train in martial arts, acrobatics, trampoline, and capoeira.
5140 Lankershim Blvd,  North Hollywood, CA 91601   Map
818 980-2962  

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Martial Arts - Sherman Oaks

Kenpo Karate Evolution
Come in for a free introductory course.3-1/2 privates 2-60 minute groups free.
4526 Saugus Ave,  Sherman Oaks, CA 91403   Map
818 905-8246  

Krav Maga Sherman Oaks
Self-defense, fitness, and street fighting classes.
15250 Ventura Blvd,  Sherman Oaks, CA 91403   Map
818 377-8200  

Sensei John's Karate | Sherman Oaks Karate
Karate classes for various ages as well as private lessons.
13557 Ventura Blvd,  Sherman Oaks, CA 91423   Map
323 828-6740  

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Martial Arts - Studio City

CBS Martial Arts Center
Study martial arts with world champion and instructor Grandmaster Byong Yu on the lot of CBS studios in Studio City.
4024 Radford Ave,  Studio City, CA 91604   Map
818 655-6293  

Studio City Martial Arts
We offer Ninpo-Taijutsu, traditional Japanese martial arts for adults and a specialized academic achievers academy program for children ages 4-12 to develop confidence, balance and discipline.
12418 Ventura Blvd,  Studio City, CA 91604   Map
818 769-1905  

United Studios of Self Defense
12147 Ventura Blvd,  Studio City, CA 91604   Map
818 980-1809  

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Martial Arts - Tarzana

Academy of Kung Fu
Try a free class - Adult & children programs, Tai Chi, weapons, Chi Kung
18531 Ventura Blvd,  Tarzana, CA 91356   Map
818 881-0290  

Tarzana Aikikai
Traditional Aikido training for children and adults. Yoga instruction. Infant and toddler programs.
18580 Ventura Blvd Unit B,  Tarzana, CA 91356   Map
818 326-7260  

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Martial Arts - Tujunga

Mandana Doust L.Ac.
Tai Chi Chuan classes
7570 McGroarty Terrace,  Tujunga, CA 91042   Map
818 720-6061  

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Martial Arts - West Hills

Premier JKD Martial Arts Studio
Instruction by Sifu Dane Junod who was trained by both Ted Wong and Jerry Poteet, two of Bruce Lee's original students.
6725 Fallbrook Ave,  West Hills, CA 91307   Map
818 887-8925  

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Martial Arts - Woodland Hills

Team Karate Centers
21038 Victory Blvd #A,  Woodland Hills, CA 91367   Map
818 704-0606  

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