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ABOUT THE ART

United Studios of Self Defense teaches Shaolin Kenpo, a mixture of Karate, Kung Fu, and JuJitsu, as well as elements taken from other forms.

It is easily understood, and beginners will learn effective self defense they can execute
from the start of their training.

The United Studios of Self Defense system is especially effective for in-close self defense,
which is a very common real life situation.

Use Windows Media to view a
Front Choke Defense technique performed by Master Paul Taylor. (Courtesy of USSD.NET, visit for the complete video lesson).

DISCLAIMER
The techniques presented here are meant to be practiced under the supervision of a United Studios of Self Defense Instructor. By their very nature they are dangerous and may be harmful to you or those you practice with. Videos and pictures are no substitute for learning from an instructor. Practice at your own risk.

This technique is indicative of the idea and approach behind the United Studios of Self Defense system. Simple and effective, with no wasted effort.

To better understand the principles of Shaolin Kenpo, please review The 10 Laws Of The Fist, by Professor CHARLES MATTERA, 10th degree black belt and the headmaster of the United Studios of Self-Defense Inc.

 

Why choose United Studios of Self Defense?

We have been helping people learn martial arts since 1968. We are affiliated with and endorsed by the Shaolin Temple in China. Our instructors train with the Shaolin Monks, who dedicate their entire lives to martial arts training. We are the largest martial arts franchise in North America with over 180 schools nationwide.

Kenpo is versatile and can be tailored to the individual, of any fitness level. Private training is supported by by group classes, which means students learn faster and stay longer.

Our entire curriculum is summarized in our student manual, to help students review and maintain learned skills. This curriculum is taught consistently at every Untied Studios of Self Defense. You will never lose your investment of time and effort because the studio goes out of business or the Instructor moves away.

The entire company has been internally grown, and we are a product of what we represent.

You will realize your full potential, because you are special to us.

 

How do I get started?

Sign up for information on programs, upcoming community events, and seminars.
Check your email for a free lesson from United Studios of Self Defense.
You may also contact us at (650) 577-9234 for more information.

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More about the art:

The 10 Laws Of The Fist
By CHARLES MATTERA, 10th degree black belt and the headmaster of the United Studios of Self-Defense Inc.

Biography of Professor Charles Mattera

A Passion for the Martial Arts, by Master Frank Ley, 6th Degree Black Belt and Regional Vice President for Northern California

 

OUR LOCATION:
USSD Foster City is located at 1064 Shell Blvd, Suite E, Foster City, Ca 94404.
Phone (650) 577-9234

Hours:
12 PM - 9 PM Monday - Thursday
12 PM - 7 PM Friday
9 AM - 3 PM Saturday

PLEASE SEND COMMENTS TO INFO@USSDFOSTERCITY.COM

 

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

UNITED STUDIOS OF SELF DEFENSE - HAPPY 20th YEAR ANNIVERSARY

Girl Scout Self Defense Class
Saturday October 18
3 PM - 5 PM

Dojo Halloween Party
October 24th

Costume Contest
Pot Luck Food
Talent Contest
Raffle and Prizes
Fun Starts at 7 PM!

PICTURE DAY
October 27 - 28
3 PM - 8 PM
Sign up to reserve your time

USSD at 'Safe Streets' OCtober 31st 4 PM - 8 PM

'Mall of the Undead'
Haloween Party
Charter Square
October 31st 8 PM - 10 PM

November 16th , 2008
Northern California Regional Tournament - San Francisco

December 7, 2008
USSD Winter Grand Championship Martial Arts Tournament

Check out more great events - Click here!

 

USSD.NET:
Our on-line magazine keeps getting better and better - each one provides video techniques.

 

Hard and Soft

Sometimes in the dojo, we talk about hard and soft styles of martial arts. This may not be a concern to the kids who come in to train who are so energetic and flexible and seem to be able to learn any jumping spinning move with ease. But for those of us who may have started our martial arts career in our adult lives, at some point it starts to be a topic of some interest.

Check out this month's issue:www.USSD.net

 

 

 



The 5 Principles of U.S.S.D.


Effort - Putting forth an exertion of strength physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Etiquette - Conventional Code of good manners which governs behavior in society.

Sincerity - Honesty of mind or Intention: truthfulness.

Self-Control - Control over impulses, emotions and weaknesses. Do what you have to do.

Character - The person you really are when no one is looking; total qualities that make you up as an individual.