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Elite Training Center seminar at El Camino
On October 24, 2009 three of the Elite Training Center’s instructors did a non profit self-defense workshop at El Camino College in Torrance, CA. 15 people attended, ranging in ages from 18 to 55. A special thanks to all involved. The instructors truly enjoyed the opportunity to share and showcase what Elite has to offer.
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Elite Belt Advancement Day… A Day To Remember
Thirty four Krav Maga students participated in Elite Training Center’s belt advancement day. Students spent two and a half hours executing self-defense techniques, performing physical exercise and proving to themselves they can do anything. The event was unique since Elite recently adjusted their belting system. Professor Brian Rauchbach, emphasized the importance of teamwork, motivation, and…
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Elite Training Center Congratulations to Shawni On Her Article in the Daily Breeze Newspaper
Elite Training Center Congratulations to Shawni Young, program director at Elite Training Center and MMA fighter for her article in the South Bay Daily Breeze.Shawni is an inspiration to all of us. The Female MMA article as it appeared in the Daily Breeze: BUSINESS CASUAL: Female fighter’s career choice gains respect By Muhammed El-Hasan, Staff…
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Elite Training Center Grapplers Quest
Elite Training Center‘s “Team Elite” had a strong presence and showing at the Grapplers Quest held in Long Beach, CA October 10th, 2009. Many of our athletes took medals home from the well known event. Results will be posted soon. Here are some pictures of the event. http://www.alpiner.net/FUN/People/Grapplers-Quest/9923001_6YSyB#676748238_2y8rX Elite Training Center Elite Training Center…
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Karate & Jiu-Jitsu 2 Weeks Free Street Safe Kids
Karate & Jiu-Jitsu Safety First, Fun Second! Elite Training Center is proud to present “Street Safe Kids Karate & Jiu-Jitsu“, our original kids self defense classes. This unique program combines reality-based self-defense and traditional stand up martial arts, including Karate, Kickboxing, Jui-Jitsu, LOTAR®, personal empowerment and safety program. Click here for two free weeks We…
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Self-Defense The First Line Of Defense Is Avoiding The Fight
Self-Defense I heard this story recently of an American man who visited his sister in Switzerland. They ended up in a basement room at a pub full of locals. For some reason the lights started going on and off, and he saw a shocked look on his sister’s face. She had been groped in the…
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Elite Training Center Family Fight Night!
Elite Training Center Our latest group outing as a school (Elite Training Center, Redondo Beach) brought us to 12th and Highland in Manhattan Beach! It was a very pleasant surprise to see so many members of the Center in attendance. Thanks to Shawni for organizing the event that brought us together. Be sure to…
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Krav Maga Advanced Training
Krav Maga We are excited about the new advanced Krav Maga classes. These take people from the basics learned in the beginning classes to the actual application and combatives. This program continues to evolve making Elite Training Center extremely powerful with Krav Maga. Krav Maga Elite Training Center 1628 South Pacific Coast Highway, Redondo Beach,…
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Elite Training Center Nominated For Community Service Award
was nominated for the shinealight award, sponsored by American Express and NBC Universal, for community service. Shinealight is The nomination follows: Elite Training Centeris more than a training center or school. It is a place of true inspiration taught through self-awareness, self-confidence and the understanding that there’s something greater than just yourself. It sets an…
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Brian Rauchbach: President/Chief Instructor Resume
-Specialized in all forms of Close Quarters Combat -Head of Training for PSD team Operational Defense System -Master Trainer Level in All weapons Platforms -specialized in tactical training for law enforcement and military units on matters of tactical shooting and military Combatives (hand-to-hand combat). Founder of the Combative Mixed Martial Arts system: Combative Mixed Martial…
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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu- Side Choke On The Ground Escape
This technique can be used as a transition skill in combination with the standing choke drill in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Grappling and Mixed Martial Arts. This assumes that you, the victim, are lying on your back. 1. With outside hand, pluck out hand to release immediate danger 2. Place inside hand on hip or face or…
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Martial Arts- Physical and Mental Flexibility
I spend 6 to 12 hours each day in martial arts. Some of the techniques I use to survive this include pacing myself and keeping myself flexible. Physical Flexibility: I spend 10 to 15 minutes each day in stretching. Stretching improves flexibility and reduces the possibility of injury. Mental Flexibility In Martial Arts: Each of…
Situational Awareness In lieu of recent events, situational awareness can be your best asset. Whether training in Krav Maga, MMA, Muay Thai, Kali, or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu BJJ each system offers
Our real relationship with jiu-jitsu Having taught jiu-jitsu for over 15 solid years, I often act as a mentor for students’ relationships off the mats. Come to think of it,
Tiffany van Soest The Champion’s Seminar Yesterday, Tiffany van Soest gave a Muay Thai Kickboxing seminar at the school and it was amazing! For those of you that don’t know,
UFC 165 Jones vs. Gustafsson UFC 165 Jones vs. Gustafsson was a night of great fights, but the title fight between Jon Jones and Alexander Gustafsson was incredible! Any fan
Kill them with kindness Kill them with kindness As a martial artist, I believe everyone deserves respect. It is important to show respect to everyone you interact with; especially the
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu New Purple and Brown Belts at Elite Training Center One of my students was promoted to blue belt on September 20th several years before at Rodrigo Mederios’ academy
Muay Thai Redondo Beach and Hermosa Beach The days are getting closer for Team Elite’s trip back to Thailand. As the journey draws closer we get more excited to train
Martial Arts as a way to stay young and healthy Every Tuesday and Thursday night I take classes with Guro Dan Inosanto to practice Kali/Silat. This Tuesday I invited a
