Author Archives: Wally

Our Play Program

Posted on September 14, 2024 by Wally

That’s right! We’ve got a bunch of programs for kids ages 0-4. We’ve got baby sign language, family martial arts, music shows, Spanish story time, and more. Check it out under our SWPMA Play tab.

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Which Martial Art is Best For Self Defense?

Posted on August 2, 2024 by Wally

It’s a silly click-bait question, because even a single martial art is not a monolith. Let’s take the example of BJJ. If it is presented as a game in which you learn to beat other BJJ players at BJJ, that … Continue reading →

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Yeah, but less Seriously

Posted on July 14, 2024 by Wally

We are, for better or worse, stuck inside these mortal bodies. Given that, it makes sense to put some effort into maintaining a decent state of physicality so that you can have some fun during your brief sojourn on planet … Continue reading →

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A Padded Difference

Posted on July 11, 2024 by Wally

Look at all those pads. Padded mats, padded gloves, padded shin guards. Why so many pads? So we can play. Is it still a real fight? Absolutely not. So is it martial arts? Absolutely yes. We make sure to be … Continue reading →

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Do the CrossFitters Get a Theme?

Posted on July 10, 2024 by Wally

Yes they do. It’s not fair that the martial arts people have all the fun. The CrossFitters get the super cool themes… like July’s theme: bagel jokes. I mean, also we focus on two movements for 10 weeks at a … Continue reading →

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