Martial arts are unlike any other sport. Sports like baseball and football are played to be won. Jiu jitsu and other martial arts are all about conquering the self and pushing the boundaries of who you are. At Katharo Training Center’s Jiu Jitsu school, we...
Though much depends on the individual, the quality of Jiu Jitsu self defense classes in Denver ultimately comes down to the instructor. Some understand the true mind over body philosophy of martial arts; others are more reminiscent of the evil dojang leader in “The Karate...
As anyone who has seriously studied knows, self defense is only one of the many benefits to studying a martial art. Kids learn so much more than just “how to beat people up” when they take kids martial arts classes. Many decide to study as...
Childhood is an adventurous time as kids learn to discover themselves and their place in the world. Unfortunately, the world isn’t always a friendly place. School yard bullies are a fact of life, and the truth is they don’t go away as you get older,...
With the influx of Oriental martial arts into the United States, peaking in the 1970’s, many westerners became familiar with specific styles or traditions of self defense. These styles were almost exclusively in the stand-up and striking traditions: whereby one would most always be standing...
Gracie Colorado founder and lead teacher Steve Hordinski has created an invaluable asset and lifelong confidence builder for the community by putting his center for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in Littleton. People from young children through adulthood are taking lessons in this powerful, effective, and approachable martial...
People learn martial arts for a variety of different reasons. Some are interested in being able to defend themselves physically if necessary in a confrontation; others simply enjoy the practice of such a disciplined and beautiful way of moving the human body. Whatever the reason,...
Most of us have heard the stories of David and Goliath or the tortoise and the hare, but it can be difficult to really believe that the underdog can come out on top when we’re faced with everyday bullies in life, be they at school,...
Based on the teachings of Grandmaster Helio Gracie, founder of the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu martial arts style, Katharo Training Center Colorado offers authentic learning experiences to adults and children alike. Located just south of Denver in Littleton, CO, the academy teaches people of all ages to...
It’s no surprise that kids who enroll in mma schools in Denver gain a lot when it comes to self-confidence and discipline, but did you know about the surprising benefits martial arts training has to children who have autism? One feature of autism is the...
When is your child ready for kids martial arts classes? It depends on the child, but they should at least know left from right and have developed a general empathy for others. They should have the attention span to make it through a class. They should have ability to be able to follow instructions and work as a group. Ultimately, let your child decide. Have them try a class and see how they do. Katharo Training Center has classes specifically designed for young children. Kids as young as four to six can begin lessons. Talk to an instructor about enrolling your child today.
