Fayette Academy of Martial Arts, Inc.

Thanks for the memories. We are officially closed.

It is with a heavy heart that I announce that after 13 years of sharing the joy of martial arts with our community I have decided to close our school. Our official last day of class will be Thursday December 20th.

Those of you who know me know the incredible changes that have taken place in my life in these last 18 months. And the new duties and responsibilities brought on by those changes now make it almost impossible to continue operating the Fayette Academy of Martial Arts.

There is some good news for a few of you though. At this time, John Perez our Krav Maga instructor and Nick Wilson our Jeet Kune Do instructor are in talks with the owner of CrossFit Fayette about continuing to teach for him.

I don't know where these talks will go but at least there is some hope that these classes will continue.

I just want to say how much I appreciate each and every one of you. All the students who have crossed my path have had a profound influence on my life and I am honored to have had the opportunity however brief to train, instruct, and share in your lives.

Truly this has been one of the hardest decisions I have ever had to make.

It is my hope that in 3-5 years my life will settle down enough that I can again look at teaching and sharing, but who knows what the future holds.

In the mean time:

Train Hard. Train Safe. Train for Life.

God bless each one of you and know that it is my prayer that you NEVER have to use what I have taught you.

More fun with kicks.

Working the front kicks tonight at Krav Maga.

For those of you thinking of going with us to the Renaissance Festival:

Early Wednesday morning my family said good bye to John E. Lunsford Jr.
While he spent the last several years struggling with back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, heart problems, lung problems, and stomach problems, my family is encouraged knowing he now stands Healed, Painless, and Perfected in the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
He was a proud graduate of Georgia Tech and was ever the patriot.
People often would find themselves speaking of his gruff demanding exterior in the same breath that they mentioned his incredible generosity and his huge heart.
Most knew him as John, some knew him as "Boss", some as "Junior", others as "Uncle Bubba", while a select few knew him as "Big Daddy". However for me and my sister he always was and always will be Dad.
We will miss you dad but I know I will see you again.
I love you.
John E. Lunsford Jr.
9-23-44 to 2-28-18

Awareness is a learned skill. You need to train and practice to make yourself aware of what is going on around at all times.

Trust me, if you are not paying attention to your circumstances and surroundings there is a better than average chance someone else is paying attention to you.

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A firearm is great, IF you already have it out and pointed at your attacker. But IF your firearm is still in your holster when your attacker comes at you, the result will more than likely NOT be in your favor.

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The Filipino Martial Arts (FMA),like other Martial Arts, is a tree with many branches. The terms Kali, Arnis and Escrima or Eskrima, have been confusing to some who wish to understand what the differences between these arts are.

The truth is is that they are all part of the FMA (Filipino Martial Arts). Escrima/ Eskrima, is from a Spanish term which means ‘fencing’. Its influence was more from the central part of the Philippines. Arnis, which is also a Spanish term actually was derived from the term ‘ Arnes de mano’ which translated to ‘ armour of the hands’ referring to the warrior’s ability to protect themselves with their weapon. It was later shortened to the term we now know it to be, ‘Arnis’. Arnis was known as the term used for this FMA in the northern parts of the Philippines. Kali is a Filipino term which was commonly known in the southern part of the Philippines and a common phrase used among Filipino Martial Arts. For the most part, these are all the same martial art. The masters of these arts influenced each other and thus there are many similarities. The differences usually depend on the instructor.

Some of the differences between them are ex*****on of techniques, difference in stances, speed versus power techniques, light sticks versus heavier sticks, long sticks versus short sticks etc. There are more similarities than differences. All three train stick fighting, edged weapons defense, daggers and empty hand self defense techniques as well. Each have their pattern sets and each emphasize self defense techniques. No matter what name you choose to use to describe this Filipino Martial Art, one thing is for sure, its a mesmerizing martial art to watch, fun to learn and its practical applications for self defense are among some of the best in the weapon self defense.

What is the difference between Arnis, Kali and Eskrima? What is the difference between Arnis, Kali and Eskrima?By Tracy Warrener Van KruistumThe Filipino Martial Arts (FMA),like other Martial Arts, is a tree with many branches. The terms Kali, Arnis and Escrima or Eskrima, have been confusing to some who wish to understand what the differences between th...

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Awesome Fitness Kickboxing class last night.
You should come join us.
Every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday night at 6pm
Beginners are ALWAYS welcome.

Rest in Peace Pamana Tuhon Chris Sayoc. Your contributions to the martial arts world will not soon be forgotten.

On behalf of the Sayoc family, PAMANA TUHON Christopher Sayoc Sr. passed away peacefully at 10am EST on May 3, 2017.

PAMANA TUHON was surrounded by his loving wife, children, and a few representatives of the Council of Tuhons and Full Instructors. At this moment the family requests their privacy.

If you wish to offer your condolences please comment below. Thank you for your support and understanding.

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Ignorance is no excuse.

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Here is a photo of me and my Tang Soo Do instructor and the guy I tested for my Black Belt with. This was taken in the summer of 1998 if memory serves me correctly.

I should make this a requirement of all my Krav Maga students.

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Jessica Alba mastered Krav Maga for Mechanic: Resurrection Jessica Alba has become a Krav Maga expert after mastering the combat training for her new film Mechanic: Resurrection.

Krav Maga Boot Camp Saturday September 10th at 10am.
4 hours of intense training.
Come join us.
Call me at 404-215-0221 to register.
See you there.

I couldn't have said it better myself other than I would add a self defense class to the fi****ms training.

Krav Maga every Tuesday & Thursday night at 7pm.

Merica.

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WATCH: Matt Damon talks about 'destructive' Filipino martial art 'It was just bad ass,' Hollywood star Matt Damon said about the Filipino martial art Kali, also known as arnis.