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Lois Skidmore
Master Instructor 8th Degree Back Belt
Meet Lois, the head instructor at Community Martial Arts. With an impressive8th-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and a level one in DeCuerdas, she brings 40 years of teaching experience to the mat. An inducted member of the USA Hall of Fame, Lois not only teaches traditional martial arts but also self-defense seminars, Cardio Kick Boxing Fitness, and Meditative Movement to Music. Passionate about training, she continues to refine her skills in Moo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon Do and Tenio DeCuerdas Eskrima, catering to students of all levels and focusing on the holistic development of mind, body, and spirit.
Master Instructor
5th Degree Black Belt
Maren is a master instructor at Community Martial Arts with over 30 years of teaching experience. Holding a 5th degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and a level one in DeCuerdas, she expertly teaches both beginning and advanced students. Her classes include Tae Kwon Do, Cardio Kick Boxing Fitness, and Meditative Movement to Music. Passionate about her craft, Maren continues to study Moo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon and Tenio DeCuerdas Eskrima to enhance her skills.
Master Instructor
5th Degree Black Belt
Meet Adam, a master instructor at Community Martial Arts with over 0 years of teaching experience and a distinguished 5th Dan black belt. He leads the South Natomas branch with a strong and fast-paced teaching style that his students to excel. Adam is dedicated to his craft, continually training in Moo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon Do, Cho Hwa Mo Yang Do, and Tenio DeCuerdas Eskrima Join him to experience a dynamic martial arts education that pushes your limits and enhances your skills.
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Lloyd Vance
Senior Instructor
3rd Degree Black Belt
3rd Degree Black Belt
Lloyd brings over 30 years of experience in martial arts, specializing in Moo Duk Kwan and Tia Chi. His expertise as a technician shines through in his teaching style, where patience and clarity are paramount. appreciate his unique ability to convey complex concepts with ease, making learning both effective and enjoyable. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, Lloyd's guidance will help you achieve your martial arts goals.
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Daniel Siazon
Grand Master
Welcome to Community Martial Arts! We are excited to introduce The Siazon Martial Arts Academy, led by Grand Master Daniel Siazon, who will be teaching Tenio DeCuerdas Eskrima. This close-quarter combat Filipino fighting system, rooted in the legacy of Filipino warfare, is adaptable for modern scenarios requiring "Less Than Lethal Force." Join us for the open class on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM—no prior experience is necessary, but attending the beginner class will enhance your understanding of the fundamentals. For more information and pricing, please call 916-494-1220.
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What are your rates & fees?Community Martial Arts (Mid-town) rates: $100 for one person and $150.00 for 2 or more immediate family members. When you join the program you can attend all rank appropriate classes for that program. Community Martial Arts (Natomas Rates) $85.00 for one and $170 immediate family rate. Cardio Kickboxing Fitness rates: $75 for one person and $150.00 for 2 or more immediate family members. When you join the program you can attend all rank appropriate classes for that program. DeCuerdas: is a drop in only rate of $20 per class the class is 90 minutes long.
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Am I required to sign a contract?We do not do contracts.
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What qualifications do your instructors have? Do volunteers help teach classes? What are their qualifications?All of our instructors have at least a black belt ranking and have assisted in many classes before running one on their own. We do have leadership people assist in teaching classes. They go through our Dragon Fire Martial Arts Leadership Skills program.
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How do you teach the things you claim to teach, especially things like life skills and good values?"This is done in many ways. We do mat chats about all subjects. We do school community services projects. We talk about and encourage volunteering at outside organizations. We acknowledge our students for accomplishment such as being named a kindness ambassador at their schools. We require community service projects to be on our leadership team. Testing helps build self confidence and transfers over to their everyday activities. We encourage our student to take what the learn in the dojang out into the worlds.
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What style of martial arts do you teach?We teach a blended style of martial arts which includes Tae Kwon Do, weapons and ground work. We also have a strong component of street defense in our art. Cardio Kickboxing fitness is a fitness class that combines element of kicking and boxing, and conditioning exercises. DeCuerdas is also taught. It is blended but has a strong forcus on the blade and sticks.
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LOCATION 2111 16th Street, Sacramento, CA 95818We teach at two locations . 2111 16th Street, Sacramento, CA 95818 South Natomas Community Center at 2921 Truxel Road, Sacramento, CA 95833
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Can we try a class or two before joining?Enter your answer here
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Why should I train in the martial arts?There are many benefits that come from training in the martial arts. Self defense skills, cardio conditioning, fitness, self confidence, stress reduction and exercise helps to control many chronic illnesses such as high blood pressure, diabetes and depression.