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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 - Corona
All American Karate School 514 S Corona Mall, Corona, CA 92879 Map 951 736-0635
American Taekwondo Centers Family discount classes, ages 3yr to adults 161 N McKinley St #126, Corona, CA 92879 Map 951 520-0200
American Taekwondo Centers Family discount classes, ages 3yr to adults 9064 Pulsar Ct # 18C, Corona, CA 92883 Map 951 667-3333
Extreme Martial Arts Center We are a house of guidance learning and discipline. World Grand Master Hong Myung - 9th degree black belt - 40yrs experience in Korea and USA. Develop self discipline, self confidence, self esteem, and self defense. 387 Magnolia Ave Ste 101, Corona, CA 92879 Map 951 734-3467
Martial Arts International 2284 Griffin Wy Ste 101, Corona, CA 91719 Map 951 734-8002
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Martial Arts - Moreno Valley
Brazilian Jiu-jitsu Private and group lessons in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu ground defense seminars and demos. 23080 Alessandro Blvd, Moreno Valley, CA 2553 Map 909 567-1604
Dan Taylor's Krav Maga & Karate Training Center 24578 Sunnymead Blvd, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 Map 951 924-1955
Marcellin's Martial Arts Academy 24471 Sunnymead Blvd, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 Map 951 485-7077
The Training Mat Complete self defense for men, women, and children. Safe, affordable, and personalized instruction. 14161 Elsworth St Ste A, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 Map 951 697-9240
Martial Arts - Riverside
East-Wind Kung-Fu School 9497 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92503 Map 951 688-7220
Gracie Barra Corona Jiu Jitsu school in Riverside / Corona area. Classes for men, women, and kids. 3832 Pierce St, Riverside, CA 92503 Map 951 505-1441
Kung Fu San Soo Academy 7001 Indiana Ave Unit 5, Riverside, CA 92506 Map 951 782-8800
United Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Great cardio and great technique, classes available 7 days a week day and evening. Classes to fit into any schedule. 3761 Van Buren Blvd #A, Riverside, CA 92503 Map 951 687-9000
Martial Arts - Temecula
United Studios of Self Defense 26451 Ynez Road #E, Temecula, CA 92591 Map 951 296-5150
White Dragon Martial Arts Schools 27513 Ynez Rd, Temecula, CA 92591 Map 951 695-2420
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