Modern Martial Arts Astoria

urturing environment. Judo students wear a gi (traditional uniform) and will earn colored belts through in-school tournaments to help measure progress and encourage them to be their best. Junior kickboxing students (8-13yrs) wear an Omni tee-shirt and gi pants or shorts and will earn colored arm bands as they advance in skill level. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu: BJJ evolved from Kodokan Judo and uses leverage, positioning and submissions to defeat an opponent on the ground. Omni's Jiu Jitsu students also learn Judo throwing techniques which set them apart from other BJJ practitioners. Omni Martial Arts is the only school in Queens that is a member of the Vitor Shaolin Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Association, and our BJJ program is under direct supervision of Professor Shaolin, a three time world champion. Kickboxing: Kickboxing makes getting in shape fun and exciting. The class focuses on punches, kick, knees, elbows, footwork and defense from Muay Thai, western boxing, American kickboxing. We know that most of our students are here to get in shape as quickly and effectively as possible, so that's our main goal. Our kickboxing class is a tough workout that will leave you feeling empowered and confident. Adult Mixed Martial Arts: The popularity of the Ultimate Fighting Championship has shown the public the amazing effectiveness of the well rounded martial artist. This class combines the striking of kickboxing with the throws and take downs of judo and wrestling and submissions of Jiu Jitsu. Mixed Martial Arts addresses hand to hand combat from every range; whether standing or on the ground. It’s a great workout that will work every part of your body will increasing your cardiovascular fitness. Self-defense/Conditioning: We combine Israeli and Japanese self-defense techniques with hard hitting striking and jaw dropping conditioning to bring you the ultimate street survival course! No fancy techniques that take a lifetime to perfect. Simple movements to make sure you feel great and stay safe. Omni Martial Arts is proud to have been rated as one of the top Self-Defense schools in New York City! Judo: Judo is a sport that used throws, ground fighting and submissions based on leverage and body positioning. It was develped in the late 1800's by Professor Jigoro Kano, a Japanese scholar and Jiu Jitsu practictioner who sought to bring together techniques from several different schools of the art. Professor Kano envisioned Judo (or Kano Jiu Jitsu, as it was once known) as being more than a martial art. To him, Judo was a way (do) of life. Kano believed Judo could teach young people focus, discipline and honor while allowing the physically weaker person to prevail in combat through technique over strength. At Omni Martial Arts, we hold true to Professor Kano's vision, while adding a the modern advantage of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu to the traditional Judo ground fighting.