 Dragon Gate teaches a living art that both develops the practitioner
as
an individual and grows with the practitioner. Solid in foundation
but free in form, Dragon Gate is rooted in ancient principles
of maximum effect with minimal effort. Stance and posture
are key to the execution of effective technique. Beyond
this,
the philosophy of freedom allows for personal expression
through the technique. This also contributes to the personal
growth
of the student as a martial artist and as an individual.
Helping the individual to become a free thinker who can
apply his/her
experience to any situation and find a proper solution. Classes
are conducted in a friendly atmosphere and all students
are
treated with dignity and respect. All students at Dragone Gate are
considered family and cared for by all members. We at Dragon Gate strive to not lose our personal connection to students because
of the "Business" of martial arts instruction.
Our
Goal is to assist our students in finding their martial voice.
Our instructors are experienced in many forms of martial art
all of which contribute to the overall knowledge base of our
school. This is why we call instruction at Dragon Gate "A Traditional
Martial Art for a Modern Martial Artist". Students have
exposure to styles such as the internal arts of Tai Ji Quan(Tai Chi), Xing yi, Ba gua as well as external chinese fighting styles, Western Boxing,
Jiujitsu and freestyle grappling. Elements of these systems
are brought in to enhance the students knowledge base and
skill set. This helps provide a broad range of skills and
develop greater understanding of combat and self-defense in
their many forms.
Each
class at the Dragon Gate is a test of will. Both physically and mentally
demanding, we develop our spirit through focusing the mind
and pushing the body to and beyond our limits. Each student
is encouraged to see beyond his/her limitations. Determination
and a positive attitude should be inherent in each challenge
they meet. In this way we all continue to grow, focusing
on
the experience of training rather than ideas of advancement
in rank.
Training
at the Dragon Gate consists of rigorous calisthenic and plyometric exercise.
Stretching of the limbs and body. Meditation and strengthening
of the will. Empty Hand and weapons form training. Empty hand
and weapon combat training (sparring) as well as Ground Fighting
(grappling).
We
pride ourselves on ensuring that all of our self-defense focused
training is reality based. Under a controlled environment
students are taught to deal with the grim reality of life
in the modern world. Actual combat looks nothing like television
or the movies and neither does the training for combat. Efficiency
and expedience are keys to eliminating a threat to ourselves
and our loved ones and that is what is taught. |
