When we think of martial arts, images of complex techniques, flashy moves, and high-flying acrobatics often come to mind....

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Let’s start with a question: What comes to mind when you hear the term *self-defense*? What is it exactly that you're defending?

After listening to an episode of the Radical Personal Finance Podcast it made me think, have you ever wondered why some people seem...

In the world of Jiu-Jitsu, few names carry as much weight as Helio Gracie. His teachings have shaped not only the technical aspects of the..

At Self Defense Academy COS, we're not just teaching martial arts – we're empowering lives through the Valente Brothers Method of Jujutsu.

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Professor Pedro Valente's words, "If you give us time, we will give you Jujutsu," encapsulate the essence of what we teach at...

Must We Have a Purpose? In a video I recently watched with Sadhguru, the Indian yogi and spiritual leader posed an intriguing question...

In the rush of everyday life, it’s easy to get caught up in the “how” and “what” of things. We focus on "how" we’re going to reach our...

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In every form of self-defense, there lies a deep-rooted principle that extends beyond physical techniques or combat. It's the principle...

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In the world of martial arts, skill alone does not define a great teacher. Instead, it is the values they embody, both on and off the mat...

Let me tell you about Aaron, a talented Jiu-Jitsu practitioner whose journey in the martial art took him down two very different roads.

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n the world of martial arts, particularly within the philosophy of Jujutsu, rest and recovery hold paramount importance......

Remember, courage is not about being fearless. It's about facing your fears with a brave heart and a resilient spirit.

At the Self Defense Academy COS, we see ourselves as modern-day samurai, practicing the ancient art of Jujutsu.

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