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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.

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.

You may also enjoy the Biography of Professor Charles Mattera.

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?

Complete the fom, and we will contact you to discuss your needs. You will also receive a free lesson with no obligation.

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OUR LOCATION:
USSD Belmont is located at:
1005 Alameda Del Las Pulgas
in Belmont, California.

Get started today! Call us today at (650) 591-8891 or click here.

Hours:
12 PM - 9 PM Monday - Friday
9 AM - 2 PM Saturday

 

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All students receive:

  • Weekly Private Lesson
  • Unlimited Group Classes
  • Uniform and Belt
  • School Patches
  • Instructional Manual
  • Student DVD
  • USSD T-Shirt

 

First-time visitors will receive a free 30 minute private lesson.

 

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SPECIAL EVENTS:

January 15th, 2012
18th Year Anniversary
Call for Schedule

May 20th, 2012
Norcal Tournament
Crown Plaza, Foster City

 

 

The Five Principles of United Studios of Self Defense are:

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.