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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.

The United Studios of Self Defense system is especially effective for in-close self defense,
which is a very common real life situation.

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 Inc.

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 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?

Sign up for information on programs, upcoming community events, and seminars.
Check your email for a free lesson from United Studios of Self Defense.
You may also contact us at (650) 917-0777 for more information.

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OUR LOCATION:
237 State Street
Los Altos, CA  94022
Call us today at (650) 917-0777

Hours:
1 PM - 8 PM Monday - Friday
9 AM - 1 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.

 

USSD STUDENT DEFENDS AGAINST SEXUAL ASSAULT NEWS STORY - watch the Fox News report on youtube

 

SPECIAL EVENTS:

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.