Out of an abundance of caution, the kids BJJ class today at 5PM is CANCELLED.
We will have an adult BJJ open mat from 6-730PM.
BJJ advanced at 730PM is CANCELLED.
Announcements
Give 6 Weeks of Training as a Gift
Offer extended through Jan 31:
$99 Special on Kids BJJ, FMA, or Boxing
UPDATE: We are extending our gift membership offer through Jan. 31 and adding boxing!
This is the perfect gift for your child or friend looking for a New Year’s resolution.
For Just $99:
- 6 Weeks of Unlimited Training in kids Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu OR Filipino Martial Arts OR Boxing
- Free Equipment: Gi & belt if BJJ, Sticks if FMA, Gloves & wraps if Boxing
Visit us at 708 D. Street during business hours to purchase your gift certificate and equipment, perfect for a wrapped present!
What do the certificates look like?
Click to see!
New Class Schedule
Please note our class schedule beginning in the new year. Changes are highlighted. For our schedule through January 4, please refer to our “New Year’s Week Schedule” announcement.
Monday
5-6pm Filipino Martial Arts (age 7+)
6-7pm Boxing techniques (all ages)
Tuesday
5-6pm BJJ youth (age 7–12)
6-730pm BJJ fundamentals (age 12+) *New*
730-830pm BJJ advanced (age 12+, minimum white belt 2 stripes) *New*
Wednesday
5-6pm Filipino Martial Arts (age 7+)
6-7pm Boxing sparring (all ages)
Thursday
5-6pm BJJ youth (age 7–12)
6-730pm BJJ fundamentals (age 12+)
730-830pm BJJ advanced (age 12+, minimum white belt 2 stripes)
Friday
5-6pm Filipino Martial Arts (age 7+)
Saturday
10-1130am BJJ fundamentals – no gi (age 12+)
1130am-1230pm Boxing techniques (all ages) *New*
New Year’s Week Schedule
Saturday, Dec 28:
10-1130am BJJ fundamentals – no gi (age 12+)
1130am-100pm Boxing
Monday, Dec. 30:
5-6pm Filipino Martial Arts (age 7+)
6-7pm Boxing techniques (all ages)
7-830pm BJJ open mat (age 12+)
Tuesday, Dec. 31:
CLOSED
Wednesday, Jan. 1:
CLOSED
Thursday, Jan 2:
5-6pm BJJ youth (age 7–12)
6-730pm BJJ fundamentals (age 12+)
730-830pm BJJ advanced (age 12+, minimum white belt 2 stripes)
Friday, Jan 3:
5-6pm Filipino Martial Arts (age 7+)
Saturday, Jan 4:
10-1130am BJJ fundamentals – no gi (age 12+)
1130am-100pm Boxing
Holiday Party, Dec. 21, 6-830pm
Bring a Friend to Kids Movies & Activities
[Updated 12/18]
Total Defense MA will host its annual holiday party this Saturday, Dec. 21 from 6-830pm at the gym.
We’ll have a holiday movie, kids activities (such as everyone’s favorite, dodge ball), and refreshments. Please sign up at the front desk if you are attending.
Kids, please bring a friend!
Parents, please use this opportunity to escape for some gift shopping!
We will also be collecting items for the Valley Mission. Please see their list of requested donations.
Our movies will be:
Donald Duck: Stuck on Christmas
How to Train your Dragon: Homecoming
Jedi Training Academy a Success!
Thank you to everyone who attended our first Jedi Training Academy, led by Jedi Master Jay Haynes! The kids built their own light sabers and learned safe & fun laser sword techniques. We had such a blast and hope to see all our new friends again soon.
Please follow the link below for some cool photos. Individual portraits of the padawans will be posted soon.
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December Events & Holiday Schedule
Saturday, Dec. 21, 6-830pm: Kids Holiday party
Monday, Dec. 23: normal schedule
Tuesday, Dec. 24: CLOSED
Wednesday, Dec. 25: CLOSED
Thursday, Dec. 26-Monday, Dec. 30: normal schedule
Tuesday, Dec. 31-Wednesday, Jan. 1: CLOSED
Members, be sure to join our Facebook discussion group!
Jedi Training Academy, Dec. 14, 1-3PM — Watch the Videos
Jedi Master Jay Haynes will be hosting a FREE Jedi Training Academy for kids at Total Defense Martial Arts on Saturday, December 14 from 1:00 – 3:00pm.
Get Ready for “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker!”
Jedi Master Jay Haynes will be hosting a FREE Jedi Training Academy at Total Defense Martial Arts on Saturday, December 14 from 1:00 – 3:00pm.
All children ages 7 and older are welcome to attend, and no martial arts experience is needed! Participants are encouraged to bring friends to this fun-filled, family event!
Padawan learners in attendance will learn how to construct their very own light sabers out of pool noodles and PVC. Also, light saber fighting techniques, strategies and tactics will be taught, and Padawan learners will light saber fight in a competitive style. Padawans learners will take their light sabers home to keep!
Padawan learners are encouraged to wear their best Jedi Knight costume, bring their own toy light saber, and also a water bottle as well. If you do not have a Jedi Knight costume, a gi (martial arts uniform), or even regular clothes will be fine.
Parents, this is a great opportunity to get some last minute Christmas shopping in. Don’t miss this free two-hour event hosted by Total Defense Martial Arts!
Date: Saturday, December 14, 2019
Time: 1:00 – 3:00pm
Place: Total Defense Martial Arts, 708 D Street, Staunton, VA 24401
Cost: FREE!
Thanksgiving Week Schedule, 11/25-30
Here are Total Defense’s hours for Thanksgiving week. Gobble, gobble!
Monday, Nov. 25
6-7pm Boxing techniques (all ages)
*Note: no FMA
Tuesday, Nov. 26
5-6pm BJJ youth (age 7–12)
6-7pm Boxing techniques (all ages)
7-830pm BJJ fundamentals (age 12+)
Wednesday, Nov. 27
6-730pm BJJ open mat (age 12+)
*Note: no FMA or boxing, addition of BJJ today
Thursday, Nov. 28
CLOSED
*Note: no BJJ
Friday, Nov. 29
CLOSED
*Note: no FMA
Saturday, Nov. 30
Normal schedule resumes
10-1130am BJJ fundamentals – no gi (age 12+)
Women’s Self-Defense Seminar a Success
Our first Woman’s only self-defense class held last night was a rousing success! Thanks goes to Kristen DeBruycker for coming down and teaching this awesome class. Women, if you are interested in a REAL self-defense class, look her up!