Join one of our two new MMA programs at SJAC.

For our lunchtime crowd fast track your workout with a 45 minute
cardio circuit training class.  Class will include familiar strength
training moves as well as basic MMA skills.  Tuesday and Thursday from
12:15-1:00pm.

MMA bootcamp, will introduce you to the fastest growing sport in the
world.  Our bootcamp will combine basic MMA skills with a cardio
component to build strength and endurance.  Tuesday and Thursday
7-8pm.

To sign up or for questions contact Bonnie at
bonnie.m@sjathleticclub.com .  Walkins welcome for the first two weeks
of class.

Both classes will be held in the Apex Arena.

Classes start May 5 and are free until May 14.

Experience all that MMA has to offer you and your fitness goals.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Legendary MMA Champion Frank Shamrock Shares Fight-Specific Training Tips and Winning Strategies in His New Book Mixed Martial Arts For Dummies^®

April 8, 2009, San Jose CA –In a new book from Wiley Publishing, Inc., Mixed Martial Arts For Dummies^®, legendary MMA Champion Frank Shamrock personally guides readers as they learn the combined disciplines of the fastest growing sport in the world, mixed martial arts. Throughout the book, Shamrock shares training tips and strategies for each individual discipline which includes boxing, wrestling, karate, jiu jitsu, muay thai, and judo.

According to Frank Shamrock; MMA champion and author of Mixed Martial Arts For Dummies, “MMA is more than just a sport; it’s a way of life. Mixed Martial Artists are taught to respect their knowledge of the sport as well as the skills that they master, and are encouraged to share them with others. I’m very excited that through my book, MMA For Dummies, I will be able to share my knowledge and teach others how to develop the skills that I have mastered through years of training and competing.”

This one-of-a-kind, full color mixed martial arts guide includes:

 


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  The 8 positions of power, including side mount, head wrestle and leg hold
  
  

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  Tips for increasing your speed and avoiding injury

For fans and participants alike, Mixed Martial Arts For Dummies covers the rules, styles, and strategies of MMA competition. Shamrock also introduces readers to his legendary Shamrock Submission Fighting System with 150 step-by-step, full-color photos. Mixed Martial Arts For Dummies even goes beyond the page, providing readers with resources on how to find Shamrock Submission Fighting Instructors in their area, which MMA websites and community forums are the best, and even where to find mixed martial arts supplies online.

Whether you’re a fan or athlete, Mixed Martial Arts For Dummies is perfect for readers looking for an easy-to-follow guide to this increasingly popular sport! Mixed Martial Arts For Dummies is available now at Amazon.com and will be in bookstores nationwide on April 20^th. For more information on Frank Shamrock please visit www.Frankshamrock.com.

About the Author:

Frank Shamrock is an MMA legend and considered by many to be the prototype for the modern mixed martial artist. He has earned titles in the UFC, WEC, and Strikeforce promotions. Outside of the ring, Shamrock is an MMA color commentator on CBC, Showtime, and ESPN2. Also internationally known as one of the world’s top martial arts instructors and trainers, Shamrock is the highest-ranking instructor of the Submission Fighting style of martial arts in the United States.

About For Dummies®

With near universal name recognition, more than 200 million copies printed, and over 1000 topics, For Dummies is the world’s bestselling reference series. With loyal customers around the globe, For Dummies enriches people’s lives by making knowledge accessible in a fun and easy way. Described by the New York Times as “more than a publishing phenomenon, but a sign of the times,” For Dummies span every section of the bookstore, covering everything from health to history, music to math, sports to self-help, technology to travel, and more. The For Dummies brand has expanded into new products and categories with an extensive licensed product line, including fitness and hobby DVDs, grilling kits, business software, cleaning products, automotive kits, craft kits, and apparel. For more information, visit Dummies.com. For Dummies is a branded imprint of Wiley.

Mixed Martial Arts For Dummies^®

By Frank Shamrock

Wiley | May 2009 | $24.99, Paper | ISBN: 978-0-470-39071-9

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Media Contacts:

Adrienne Fontaine Melissa Ingram

Wiley Publishing, Inc. Novuss Media, Inc.

201-748-5626 602-434-5055

afontain@wiley.com M.ingram@Novussmedia.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Join Mixed Martial Arts Legend Frank Shamrock on April 18th at the Grand Opening of His Newest MMA Training Facility   
 

Blossom Hill, CA. –April 18, 2009 – Join mixed martial arts Legend Frank Shamrock for the official Grand Opening of his newest Shamrock MMA training facility, located on 1063 Blossom Hill Road in San Jose California. This state-of-the-art facility boasts 1300 square feet of grappling and striking mat space, a full weight and cardio room, rock climbing wall, sand pit, a Yoga/Pilates room and much more!  

Shamrock MMA classes and elite instructors are unparalleled. Classes are set up to accommodate men, women and children of all skill levels, from beginners to professional athletes. Members also have the unique opportunity to experience the Shamrock Submission Fighting Program, a program exclusive to Shamrock MMA training facilities. Members that participate in the program learn proven fight techniques from trained Shamrock Submission Fighting instructors and on occasion from Frank Shamrock himself. 

Shamrock MMA offers the following: 

• Body Architecture: Personal training company, Body Architecture, has teamed up with Shamrock MMA to develop targeted training programs for members of all shapes, sizes and fitness goals.  A program can be tailored specifically to your needs.
  
  
• Personal Training: Whether you want to build and define your muscles, reduce body fat, or prepare for your next MMA fight, Shamrock MMA trainers have the knowledge, education and equipment to help you meet your objectives.
  
  
• Athletic Strength and Conditioning - This class focuses entirely on athletic conditioning drills to increase speed, agility and power.

• Yoga – This class combines various Yoga asanas to help you elongate light muscles and improve your posture.

• Women F2 Fitness Training – F2 is designed specifically to drive and motivate women to meet their true fitness and self-defense potential

• Shamrock Submission Fighting System (Adults) – Get in the best shape of your life while learning proven techniques in this one-of-a-kind program developed by 5-time undefeated UFC Champion Frank Shamrock.
  
  
• Youth Wild Cats MMA: Wildcats is a fun program designed to give kids a great workout while learning discipline and functional self-defense.