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Dragon Connections

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At Dragon Connections we teach the following...Tang Soo Do, Shorin-Ryu, Kenjutsu, Kobudo, Taiji, and Arnis Demano.I know...you probably don't know what these classes are, so here is a bit of info. on them.Tang Soo Do is a Traditional Korean Martial Art, which features kicking techniques, direct blocks, and hand strike. Simple and effective, Tang Soo Do is a fitness program to benefit both children and their parents!!!! Our Tang Soo Do classes emphasize values, it supports families and provides confidence, focus, character development, and let's not forget...self defense!Shorin-Ryu is an Okinawan style of Martial Arts! It is a "hard" style of Martial Arts with an emphasis on self-defense. Our class also incorporates grappling and throwing techniques of Aikido and kicks drawn from Tae Kwon Do to provide an eclectic approach with practical application!Kenjutsu is the Japanese Art of the Sword, using the drawing and cutting techniques of Iaido and the fencing techniques of Kendo.Kobudo (Okinawan Weapons)... Meaning the basic weapons of Asian Martial Arts: the Bo staff, nunchaku, sai, tonfa, and kama!! Developed for self-defense from basic farm tools.Taiji is a class designed for the working adult! It incorporates a cardio workout, as well as, teaching relaxation, skills for stress reduction, practical self-defense and lessons in mindfulness. Taiji improves fitness, reduces stress, and you learn a practical Martial Arts skill!Arnis Demano is a filipino Martial Art utilizing the Arnis Sticks. It is a high-energy workout incorporating the single stick and double stick techniques covering offensive, defensive and disarming tactics.Now we also have Women's Self Defense Seminars!! We bring experience and techniques taught to law enforcement agencies to provide a practical program specifically designed for women! Layout by: Myspace Layouts Creator

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Black Belts Of Dragon Connections 3rd Degree Black Belts Jessica Orr - 5/17/03 Robert Orr - 8/20/03 Brenda Hobbs - 11/20/05 2nd Degree Black Belts Kurtis Hobbs - 11/01/01 Colton Kichman - 8/20/03 Th...
Posted by on Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:27:00 GMT

The Battle of the 7 Cities Martial Arts Championships

It's that time again!! Jack Dark's Tournament is coming up on Saturday, June 14 th!! Location of Tournament: Lake Taylor High School Gymnasium (1384 Kempsville Rd., Virginia Beach, VA ...
Posted by on Tue, 03 Jun 2008 14:12:00 GMT

haunted house

Haunted House today Oct. 28th and Oct. 29th!! 4:30 - 8:00!!!!!!!! Come on by!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you want to help out then come on by and be one of our goblins or monsters!!!
Posted by on Sat, 28 Oct 2006 10:10:00 GMT

Our King Of The Ring Champs!!

Okay I know that there are a bunch more of you guys, but unfortunatly I don't have any of your pics!!! So if you want your pic up just send us one and I'll try to get them posted!!!!!!Thanks---Chris...
Posted by on Mon, 07 Aug 2006 15:33:00 GMT

Martial Arts Instruction Fees

Lifetime membership fee of ... $50.00 Monthly rates ... $89.00 Family Discount:  20% off for each additional family member!
Posted by on Tue, 25 Jul 2006 11:35:00 GMT

Our Instructors

David Taylor also known as Kyoshi Taylor! He is a Nationally Ranked competitor in the Martial Arts, Kyoshi Taylor was featured in the January 1998 edition of Inside Karate Magazine. He holds...
Posted by on Mon, 24 Jul 2006 14:33:00 GMT