Programs · Burbank
Martial Arts Classes & Training
Discover confidence and strength — without competition
A Different Kind of School
Martial Arts Where You Are the Goal
Pa Kua is a comprehensive, non-competitive martial art. You'll learn striking, self-defense, grappling, pressure points, throwing, rolling, and falling — at your own pace, whatever your age, ability, or history with injury. We're not here to prove anything over anyone; the biggest opponent is always ourselves.
Our most famous aspect is Pa Kua Chuan (Baguazhang) — an internal style known for circular walking forms and open-hand techniques. It's an aspect, not a limitation: we don't bind students to one strict style or form.
- ✓Techniques that inspired Karate, Boxing, Tae Kwon Do, Jujitsu, Krav Maga, Kung Fu & Muay Thai
- ✓Physical conditioning and functional strength
- ✓Practical self-defense: targeted strikes, escape techniques & self-control
- ✓Emotional control, inner strength, and confidence
Kids & Adults
One Art, Every Age
Kids build the confidence to prevent bullying, handle conflict, and control big emotions — alongside discipline, awareness, and healthy habits. Adults work on the internal battles: stress, self-doubt, stagnation.
Progression through the belt system builds condition, flexibility, and coordination over time. You don't need to be in shape to start — class is the conditioning.
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More About the Program
Martial Arts Classes in Burbank, Built Around You
Our Burbank martial arts program is rooted in Pa Kua, a comprehensive, non-competitive system that blends striking, grappling, joint locks, pressure points, throwing, rolling, and falling into one connected practice. Rather than locking you into a single rigid style, instructors draw on techniques that inspired Karate, Boxing, Tae Kwon Do, Jujitsu, Krav Maga, Kung Fu, and Muay Thai.
At the heart of it is Pa Kua Chuan (Baguazhang), an internal style known for its circular walking forms and open-hand techniques. Every movement is fitted to your age, ability, and history with injury, so you progress at a pace that's right for you.
Because the curriculum is broad rather than narrow, you're never boxed into a single ruleset. Some sessions focus on stand-up striking and footwork, others on grappling, escapes, and control, and others on traditional forms that sharpen balance, coordination, and focus.
That variety is exactly why so many Burbank students stay for years. There's always a new technique, weapon, or form to explore, and the non-competitive format keeps the goal on mastery and personal growth rather than trophies.
Students build functional strength and conditioning, practical self-defense, and the body awareness that carries into everyday life. Just as importantly, the training develops emotional control, focus, and quiet confidence under pressure.
Progression through the belt system steadily improves flexibility, coordination, and stamina. You don't need to arrive in shape — the class itself is the conditioning.
Many adults come to martial arts in Burbank to manage stress, break out of a fitness rut, or take on something genuinely challenging after work. The blend of physical effort and mental focus turns each class into a real reset.
Over time, students notice better posture, sharper concentration, and a calmer response to daily pressure. The discipline you build on the mat has a way of showing up everywhere else, too.
Pa Kua welcomes kids, teens, adults, and seniors, from complete beginners to lifelong practitioners. Because the art is non-competitive, the only opponent is yesterday's version of yourself.
Whether you're here for fitness, self-defense, stress relief, or personal growth, classes in Burbank are small, supportive, and tailored to your goals.
Families often train together, with parents and children progressing side by side. Beginners get patient, step-by-step instruction from day one, while experienced students are pushed to refine and deepen their technique.
If you've never set foot in a dojo, this is a welcoming place to start. And if you're a seasoned martial artist, there's plenty of depth — weapons, internal arts, and the road to black belt — to keep you challenged for years.
Questions
Martial Arts FAQs
Am I too old to start martial arts?
No. Pa Kua is non-competitive and techniques are fitted to each person and ability. Progression through the belts gradually builds condition, flexibility, and coordination.
Do I need to be in shape before joining?
No — the class itself is the conditioning. You'll build strength and endurance as you train.
What does "Pa Kua" mean?
Pa Kua is an old Chinese symbol of change — "Pa" means eight, "Kua" means changes. We study grappling, striking, submissions, locks, pressure points, and faints without limiting ourselves to one style, form, or sport.
What should I wear?
Students train in a uniform — your first uniform is free when you sign up for your first month. For your trial week, long pants and a loose shirt work great. Uniforms keep things equal, protect from mat burns, and won't rip.
Is Pa Kua effective for real self-defense?
Yes. Alongside forms, techniques, and conditioning, we practice simple, effective strikes and escapes that are genuinely useful in self-defense. The more complex techniques also train us to stay calm and move quickly under pressure — which is exactly what real self-defense demands.
How often should I train to see progress?
Most students train two to three times a week. Because one membership covers every class, you can mix martial arts with Tai Chi, weapons, or yoga to round out your training.
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