Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts

Upcoming: Degerberg Ultimate Challenge

Raynay for DAMA — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 20:50:00 +0000

Degerberg Ultimate
Challenge XVIII

SATURDAY, March 8th, 2008

4717 N. Lincoln Avenue

Chicago, Il 773-728-5300 for more information

Degerberg Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Students have the opportunity to experience safe ring sparring!

DOORS OPEN AT 5:30 p.m.

MATCHES BEGIN AT 6:00 p.m. SHARP!

OPEN TO DEGERBERG STUDENTS ONLY!

Men •* Women •* Girls •* Boys •* Adults
Teens •* Kids

COME ONE, COME ALL!

DEMONSTRATIONS

Weapons

Jun Fan/JKD

Silat

Free Form

Group Demonstrations

*If you wish to participate, please see the front office for a registration form, rules sheet, schedule, and equipment list.

* Must Register By Thursday, February 28th

“This is what growth is all about-a safe, challenging opportunity. Everyone who competes is a winner in my book. If you’re not competing, come and cheer on your teammates!”

WEKAF Single Knife

WEKAF Double Knife

WEKAF Single Stick

WEKAF Double Stick

What is the DEGERBERG ULTIMATE CHALLENGE?

1 roundd kickboxing, 1 round wrestling, 1 roundd stick fighting

PARTICIPATE ON YOUR OWN OR AS A TEAM!
Boxing

Kickboxing

Point Sparring

Savate

Thai Boxing

Judo

Jujitsu

Full Contact

Test your skills and have fun!

Savate Seminar 2007 in Chicago

Raynay for DAMA — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 00:29:00 +0000

Another World Class Martial Arts Seminar in Chicago, Illinois

SAVATE SEMINAR
with French Savate Champion Nicolas Saignac
accompanied by Silver Flove and two time US Savate Heavyweight Champion Roger Luri
and Silver Glove Fred Degerberg

This is your chance to Earn or Upgrade your Savate Rank:

Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow, or Silver
From a Savate Silver Glove Champion.

Open to All Ages & to the Public!
This is your chance to earn your Savate Rank

A FRI 8/3
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
The first part of this 5 part seminar is an introduction focusing on the basis for a Savate practice. Teaching will include static and dynamic situation drills which will underscore the mechanics of Savate. In applications with a partner, we will introduce footwork, distance & positioning, and reaction time. An emphasis will be put on correct executions of Savate combinations using the front, side, and back steps in order to understand the distancing problems specific to Savate. These combinations will also teach how to mix different ranges and put varied techniques together.

B SAT 8/4
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
This session will develop a proper Savate defensive organization. Starting with basic defensive techniques including blocks, parries, and evasions. The goal is to teach students the use of a constant motion in order to become elusive targets while being in position to stop any attack and/or counter attack.

C SAT 8/4
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
The theme of this session will deal with planning and organizing an offensive strategy. Proposing a variety of faking techniques to destabilize an opponent including body movements, multiple kicks, line & technique changes, as well as cornering and angle changes.

D SAT 8/4
4:15 - 6:15 p.m.
This session will deal with the different aspects of Savate ring strategies. It will blend all different aspects covered in the preceding sessions with a direct application of the different forms of competitions, the use of the ring in general, and of the ropes in particular.

E SUN 8/5
10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
This session is a direct preparation to the rank testing. It covers the diverse technique progression as well as each of the glove requirements (color or silver).

F SUN 8/5
12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
ALL GLOVE TESTING: Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow, or Silver

SEMINAR PRICE

EACH SESSION $20.00 pre-paid* $30.00 door
ENTIRE SEMINAR $75.00 pre-paid* $130.00 door
TESTING $35.00 pre-paid* $35.00 door
* Pre-Paid Available Through Tuesday, July 3rd*

Ranking glove patches (Blue, Green, Red, White, Yellow, Silver) will be available for $10 each

4717 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625
773-728-5300

Videos on DegerbergAcademyofMartialArts.com

Raynay for DAMA — Sun, 17 Jun 2007 19:17:00 +0000

How has Degerberg Academy helped martial arts students in Chicago? What if students and instructors could tell you themselves?

We decided to add videos on our website and the response has been great!

So far we've interviewed students and instructors at the Lincoln Avenue Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts location. Take a look at DegerbergAcademyofMartialArts.com

We're just starting - there's more to come.

101 Self Defense and Safety Tips - New Download

Raynay for DAMA — Fri, 08 Jun 2007 03:55:00 +0000

Want to know more about self defense and personal safety? Learn how to avoid danger and what to do if you find yourself in a tough situation. Download Fred Degerberg's new 101 Self Defense and Safety Tips

Jeet Kune Do, Kali, Silat, Kickboxing Seminar

Raynay for DAMA — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 12:19:00 +0000

Ron Balicki Martial Arts Seminar in Chicago

Full Instructor in Jeet Kune Do, Filipino Kali, & Maphilindo Silat under Guru Dan Inosanto and B-Class Shooter (Professional Fighter). Instructor under Sifu Randy Williams & World Muay Thai Association. Silver Glove in French Savate. #1 Middleweight Contender of Shoot Wrestling in Japan . Spent 3 years with Cook County Sheriffs Department. Teaches martial arts to French Secret Service, the French Anti-Terrorist Team RAID (French counterpart to the US Navy Seals) and the DEA. Extensive stunt work with TV-series, Alias. Ron is also a Degerberg Academy 6th Degree Black Belt!

Chicago Martial Arts Seminar April 20-23, 2007

Friday, April 20 (at 3596 N. Milwaukee, Chicago, IL 60641)

A. 7:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Shoot Wrestling

Saturday, April 21 (at 3596 N. Milwaukee, Chicago, IL 60641)

B. 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Filipino Stick

THAI LUNCH 12:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. ($15.00 Cash at Door)

C. 2:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Jeet Kune Do Kickboxing/Trapping

D. 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Filipino Knife & Sword (Must bring training knife and sword)

Sunday, April 22 (at 3596 N. Milwaukee, Chicago, IL 60641)

E. 10:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Maphilindo Silat/Sarong

F. 12:15 p.m. 2:15 p.m. Jeet Kune Do/Jun Fan Trapping

**Testing to follow. Must RSVP because there is a separate fee**

SPECIAL 3HR. MORNING SESSIONS (at Lincoln Location 4717 N. Lincoln Ave , 60625)

1. Friday, April 20

9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Maphilindo Silat

2. Monday, April 23

9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Kali Knife/Sword

Pricing

Advance Door

SPECIAL AM SESSIONS (per session) $45 $60

SPECIAL AM SESSIONS (both days) $75 $100

EACH SESSION (A-F) $30 $40

ENTIRE SEMINAR (all six sessions A-F) $139 $199

DAMA BBC Members $119 $169

DAMA Black Belts & Instructors $99 $129

**Advance Pricing by Wednesday, April 18, 2007**

If you would like more information, or would like to register by credit card, please call us at 773-728-5300.

Upcoming Martial Arts Events in 2007

Raynay for DAMA — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 23:48:00 +0000

Upcoming Events:

February 1st-February 28, 2007 * Valentine Buddy Month

February 10, 2007 Valentines Parents Night Out
February 17, 2007 Women's Self Defense Seminar

March 31, 2007 Degerberg Ultimate Challenge (D.U.C)

April 20, 2007 Ron Balicki Seminar
April 21, 2007 Black Belt Event

May 18, 2007 Adult Awards Banquet Dinner

For more information, phone Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts (773) 728-5300 or (773) 545-3423

Keep A Look Out For More Exciting DAMA Events Throughout 2007!

Free Gift for Frst 20 Self-Defense Seminar Participants plus Answers to Questions

Raynay for DAMA — Wed, 24 May 2006 23:06:00 +0000

Hi,

As you know, The Degerberg Academy Secrets of Self-Defense Seminar is coming soon (June 17th!). I have two announcements.

First Announcement: Free Gift worth $150 to the first 20 participants to sign up
Danny (the school's manager) and I put our heads together. The proceeds from this seminar will be donated to the YWCA's Rape Crisis Hotline. We were brainstorming on how can we give them the most we can. Guess what? Danny agreed to give the first 20 people to sign up a VIP Certificate for a Month of Martial Arts Classes. So if you're thinking about taking martial arts, (or if you have someone in your family who wants to try it), this is a great opportunity.

Second Announcement: Answers to your Questions
I've been getting email questions about the seminar. I answered people individually, but you may also want to know the answers.

How should I dress?
Wear workout clothes. No shoes are allowed on the mats.

Will this be just demonstrations or can I try the moves?
There will be a short presentation, then the Intructor will demonstration possible scenarios and what your options are in each scenario. You'll be given a chance to try out the techniques and ask questions.

Will this seminar be too advanced for me? I'm new to martial arts.
Our instructors specialize in coaching people at all levels, but especially people who like you who are totally new to martial arts. Think about it - most students are just beginning. Plus if it's too complicated, it's not going to work in a self-defense situation.

What is Muay Thai Boxing?
Alvin Mendoza is the Degerberg Instructor for Muay Thai Boxing . It's an intense martial art from Thailand with punches, kicks, elbows and knees. You won't be learning strictly Muay Thai though. Alvin is multi-discipline trained Degerberg Blend Black Belt Martial Artist. You'll learn simple and effective techniques from many martial arts.

That's all for now.

The Secrets of Self-Defense Seminar, June 2006 in Chicago

Raynay for DAMA — Fri, 19 May 2006 00:03:00 +0000

Chicago, IL - Self Defense Expert Alvin Mendoza will lead "The Secrets of Self-Defense Seminar" on Saturday June 17, 2006 from 10:30 am until noon at Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts, 4717 N. Lincoln Avenue. This seminar will feature the ABCs of Self-Defense by Fred Degerberg. For more information, visit http://www.DegerbergAcademyofMartialArts.com

This seminar will teach:

the one thing an attacker doesn't want you to do and why you should do it
simple habits that can keep you safe
what techniques you DO NOT want to try on the street and why
what to say to get people to come to your aid (it's not what you think)
simple effective techniques you can use should you choose to fight

There will be a short presentation followed by demonstrations and hands-on practice of techniques for various self-defense situations. Degerberg Academy was the first martial arts "university" where students learn the best techniques from martial arts traditions from around the world.

"The way you practice is the way you will react in a real situation. This seminar will focus on simple effective techniques that anyone can do. We'll squeeze as much technique as possible into 90 minutes." said Mendoza. Degerberg Academy seminars are known for their focus on solid information and the opportunity to practice real techniques.

Alvin Mendoza is a Black Belt Instructor at Degerberg Academy of Martial Arts. He currently teaches Muay Thai Boxing. The school was founded by Fred Degerberg, a Ninth Degree Black Belt with over 55 years experience practicing martial arts. The Lincoln Square school was rated #1 by the US Martial Arts Association and has been called "one of the finest, best-equipped martial arts training facilities in the world" by Inside Kung Fu Magazine.

This co-ed self-defense seminar is $20 in advance, $25 at the door, proceeds will be donated to Chicago's YWCA/Rape Crisis Hotline. Space is strictly limited. Phone 773-728-5300 to reserve your spot for participation in this event.