Welcome to United Studios of Self Defense, America's Self Defense Leader and the largest martial arts studio chain in North America.

Whether you are a beginner or experienced martial artist, United Studios of Self Defense has a martial arts program to fit your needs. Men, women, and children participate in our Private & Group Training Programs.

The United Studios of Self Defense Martial Arts System is an ever-changing wealth of knowledge that is always interesting and fun to learn. At United Studios, you're not just another student. You will realize your full potential, because you are special to us.

Professional Black Belt Instructors

We continually upgrade the teaching skills of all United Studios of Self Defense Black Belt Instructors. Our effective United Studios of Self Defense Martial Arts System will give you the upper hand in situations that can happen anytime, anywhere.


Benefits for Teens and Adults

A discipline, sport, art and way of life, the Martial Arts offers the adult student many unique benefits. You may be a professional looking for that added mental edge in business, or someone who just wants to feel stronger and be more energetic

Studies have shown for years that adults who exercise have lower blood pressure, increased muscular strength, better flexibility and less body fat than those adults who do not exercise. They can also cope with high levels of stress and have a more confident self-image.

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Benefits for Children

Believing in yourself starts early! At United Studios of Self Defense, we work hard to make your child's first experience with the Martial Arts a safe and productive one. Young people must have personal goals and a caring support system to make their dreams a reality.

We will help your child become a strong and productive member of society armed with character, strong self-discipline and a healthy self-image.

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Equipped with these positive attributes, your child will have the inner strength needed to avoid the many temptations children face today.

Strong people are the cornerstone of a strong society and nation. Your child's present and future success and happiness, is important to all United Studios' Instructors. We place a special emphasis on the mental attributes of concentration, patience and self-control as we explore the physical principles of balance, timing and perfecting Martial Arts technique.
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Special Activities

We have Martial Arts Demonstrations and Seminars, open workouts, kids movie nights, holiday parties and other special events on a regular basis. Our two hour birthday party program includes everything from directed party games to food and prizes. Our Seminars include Women's Self Defense, Executive Protection, Safe Kids, and special programs for schools, community groups, and business. More..

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OUR LOCATION:
USSD Burlingame is located at 1345 Howard Avenue. Call us at 650-343-7717

 

GRAND OPENING!

Grand Opening Party Saturday 10/11/08 10:00a.m.-3:00p.m.

We are excited to become a part of the Burlingame Community!

We will be offering charter memberships and other exciting specials.

Call us at 650-343-7717 for an appointment!


UPCOMING EVENTS

Happy Chinese New Year!
Year of the Rat

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

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USSD.NET:

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

 

The Language of
the Martial Arts

Learning the martial arts is kind of like learning a new language. This month we will look deeper into this comparison to discover how it can help us understand the application of martial arts training. Sparring, defense maneuvers and even punches and kicks have very interesting correlations to the study of language.

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

 


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.