Overview
At Spring Martial Arts (SMA) the combined systems of Northern Shaolin and Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu, Wing Chun, and BJJ are practiced and taught in a safe, fun and exciting environment.
We DO NOT advocate violence. The SMA philosophy emphasizes self-defense, sport, fitness and safety in both our youth and adult classes.
Northern Shaolin Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu
“Northern Shaolin/Northern Praying Mantis” Kung Fu emphasizes circular blocks, flowing techniques and powerful kicks. This traditional Kung Fu style includes forms, weapons and fighting sets.
A 40+ year martial arts veteran, Professor Chretien integrated his training in Kung Fu, Jujitsu and Karate to develop a comprehensive self-defense program that includes mat work, take-downs, throws, chokes, arm bars and joint locking techniques.
Leading this program since Professor Chretien’s retirement are Jacob Arenstein (Sifu) 25+ years overall experience and Tim Reardon IV (Sifu) 30+ years overall experience.
Chuan Fa - Wing Chun
“Chuan Fa - Wing Chun” Kung Fu is a system which emphasizes close range striking, throwing, joint locking, grappling, weapons use and retention, and defensive tactics. This system includes empty hand forms, weapons forms, Chi Sao/Chi Gerk/Chi Na, and medium as well as full contact sparring.
Sifu Jacob Arenstein leads this program with 25+ years of knowledge and skill inclusive of Northern Shaolin Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu (Sifu), Shin Shin Jujitsu, Judo, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Coach), Hapkido, and Wing Chun.
The ideal behind the system is to keep ones movement, technique, and adaptations as simple as possible.
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu - ATBJJA / IGJJI
“Ivan Gomes Style Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu” taught through the American Traditional Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Association (ATBJJA) emphasizes grappling, Judo, and joint locking techniques. This program teaches both competition style grappling as well as self-defense. Leading Spring Martial Arts’ ATBJJA program are Coach Jacob Arenstein and Steven Hernandez - who brings 25+ years of knowledge and skill inclusive of Pai Lum Kung Fu, Northern Shaolin Northern Praying Mantis Kung Fu, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Black Belt), and Escrima.
