Self Defense & Martial Arts training in Salinas, CA
There are various styles available here to suit your individual training preferences! Our experienced instructors are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals, whether you’re a beginner or an advanced practitioner. Classes are designed to enhance your skills, improve your fitness, and boost your confidence. In addition to progressive and traditional martial arts, we also feature modern self-defense applications that are practical for real-world situations. Join our community to connect with like-minded individuals and participate in regular events and seminars.
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Distance Learning Programs are available for those not located within regular commuting distance.
Master the art of utilizing your body and inherent skills to protect yourself and those you care about from frequent street assaults, including punches, grabs, tackles, bear hugs, takedowns, kicks, and both edged and blunt weapons.
Video Gallery – Teaser Videos
This is a gallery sample of videos found in our UMASDA Video Library available to all of our members to help you learn our materials.
Emotional Readiness and Recovery After an Encounter
Our program also emphasizes the importance of mental resilience, helping students develop strategies to stay calm and focused in high-pressure situations. We provide workshops on emotional readiness, offering tools to process and recover from encounters effectively. Participants will learn techniques to regain confidence and maintain a positive mindset after a challenging experience. Additionally, our support network ensures that students have access to resources for ongoing personal growth and mental well-being. Together, we cultivate a safe environment where everyone can thrive both physically and emotionally.
All instructors undergo background checks as a standard part of their employment process, including the verification of licenses or certifications, or on an annual basis through the UMASDA organization.
Here is our current schedule of classes:
Location: 339 Maple St. Unit C, Salinas CA 93901
Day | Timeslot | Class Structure |
Sunday | 12PM-1PM 1:30-3PM 3:30-5:30PM | Seibukan Jujutsu Little Dragons* Seibukan Jujutsu Juniors* Seibukan Jujutsu Adults* |
Monday | 6:45PM-7:45PM 8PM-9PM | American Martial Science™ Black Belt Class |
Tuesday | 6:45-7:45PM 8PM-9PM | IKCA Kenpo™ Enshin Itto Ryu Battojutsu |
Wednesday | 6:45PM-7:45PM 8PM-9PM | American Martial Science™ Black Belt Class |
Thursday | 6:45-7:45PM 8PM-9PM | IKCA Kenpo™ Enshin Itto Ryu Battojutsu |
Saturday | 10AM-12PM 12PM-1PM 1:30-3PM 3:30-5:30PM | IKCA Kenpo™ Seibukan Jujutsu Little Dragons* Seibukan Jujutsu Juniors* Seibukan Jujutsu Adults* |
*Seibukan Jujutsu classes are run by Marcus Thornton Renshi and information can be found on his website for these classes. Tuition for Seibukan Jujutsu is not included in the UMASDA Membership/Tuition Plans.
AMS™ = American Martial Science™ (Street Self Defense)
IKCA = IKCA Kenpo (Kenpo – SGM Chuck Sullivan lineage)
EIRB = Enshin Itto Ryu Battojutsu (Traditional Japanese Sword Art)
PJMS = Peaceful Journey Martial Studies (Close Quarters Grappling/Striking Hybrid)
Seibukan Jujutsu = Seibukan Jujutsu
All members of UMASDA are bound by the UMASDA Bylaws.
