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To insure top quality instruction, all Instructors must graduate with honors from the United Studios Instructors Academy. The Academy is taught by Senior Instructors that have been training in martial arts and managing studios for over ten years. Our Instructors must constantly refine their teaching and organizational skills to make your Martial Arts training experience exciting and enjoyable. Upon completion of this unique training course, we certify them to teach the United Studios of Self Defense System. Fully qualified, they are prepared to help you with all aspects of your Martial Arts’ Training.

Instructors participate in weekly training sessions taught by Master Instructors as well as 10th Degree Black Belt and United Studios founder Professor Charles Mattera.

 

 

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

Black Belt Instructors:

 

 

 

 

 

Mr. Gary L. Flickinger


4th Degree Black Belt in Shaolin Kempo Karate, 1st Degree Black Belt in Jujitsu, 1st Degree Black Belt in Judo, Background in Wrestling.  Graduated from San Jose State University Bachelor in Speech Communication.

 

 

 

How Do I Get Started?

Complete the fom, and we will contact you to discuss your needs. You will also receive a free lesson with no obligation. -or- You may also contact us at (650) 325-4946 for more information.

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OUR LOCATION:
2675-B Middlefield Rd.
Palo Alto, CA  94306
Get Started today! Call us at
(650) 325-4946 or click here.

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

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:



2012 is the Year of the Dragon

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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.

 

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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.