THAI BOXING
Thai Boxing (also known as Muay Thai) is an effective method of self-defense developed from an ancient form of martial art, Muay Boran, that was used by the Siamese army during the medieval ages to defeat their enemies on the battlefield. It has since evolved into the martial art of choice used by “eight-limbed warriors” to deliver punches, elbows, knees, and kicks, as well as standing grappling techniques, to devastate their opponents both inside and outside of the ring.
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (also known as Gracie Jiu-Jitsu and BJJ) is a ground fighting martial art that is based on early 20th century Kodokan Judo. It was developed and then refined through a series of Mixed Martial Arts competitions to become the most effective grappling method in the world. BJJ utilizes positional control and effective grappling techniques, including joint locks and choke holds, to force opponents into submission. Underlying all effective Jiu-Jitsu techniques is the concept of leverage. Mastery of this concept is what eliminates the impact of size and strength disparities in a confrontation.
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full contact, no holds-barred, combat sport that utilizes a wide range of fighting techniques, both traditional and non-traditional. The combination of stand-up fighting techniques of Thai Boxing and on-ground grappling techniques of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has proven to be most effective in MMA competitions.
KIDS PROGRAM
BETA Academy’s Program for Kids (ages 5 to 13) effectively empowers children to protect their safety in the face of danger, using Thai Boxing and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu techniques adapted to their physical and mental development levels. At BETA Academy, kids also develop strong characters and values, upon which the martial arts were founded, including: focus, respect, discipline, confidence, responsibility, teamwork, integrity, courage, tolerance, honesty, and politeness.
CAPOEIRA
Capoeira is a unique Afro-Braziian martial art that incorporates self- defense techniques, acrobatics, dance, and music into a sport and game that is appreciated by people of all walks of life. Capoeira takes place between two individuals within a roda - a circle of people who play musical instruments, sing and clap their hands to set the rhythm for the game and provide axe (energy) for the people in the center of the circle.
RUCKUS101 FUNCTIONAL INTERVAL TRAINING
Ruckus101 is a Functional Interval Training (FIT) program, which uses functional movements in creative exercises that are performed in intense intervals. People of all lifestyles can use Ruckus101 to propel themselves towards their fitness and athletic goals because it utilizes a progressive training system. FIT progressions allow each student to be challenged to reach his or her own safe, personal limits on a continuous basis.
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Private lessons are also available! Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Thai Boxing, Mixed Martial Arts and Capoeira are distinctly individualistic sports, for which the ultimate criterion of success is the ability to execute techniques successfully, rather than strict stylistic compliance. Private lessons with BETA instructors excel practitioners’ tactical skills by providing customized techniques and training methods that work for our individual students' body types, strategic preferences, and levels of athleticism.
To set-up a private lesson with one of our experienced and qualified instructors, contact us.
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Visit BETA Academy at our primary location, 1459 Columbia Road, NW, Washington, DC 20009.
(We are located less than two blocks away from the Columbia Heights Metro Station, in the basement level of the Calvary Methodist Church.)
If we do not see you soon, we would like to hear from you. Call us at 202.538.0422 or email us at info@betaacademy.com.